I think it adds a little cute factor. And now I have the perfect spot for all our laundry stuff. Then, to add some durability to the shelves, I added a bit of chevron shelf liner. I started with Behr Ultra White semi gloss paint and then added a cute series of stripes to the front (in Behr seared gray like our built in shelves). We had to adjust the dimensions slightly and didn’t add the sides to the top shelf to allow for it to easily fit my detergent and bleach, but the instructions were quick and simple for Ryan.Īfter he assembled it (which took less than an hour), I got to work painting. When I saw this great slim laundry cart from Infarrantly Creative, I knew it’d be perfect for the spot. But there was only a narrow spot next to the washer – about 10 inches wide. One thing I needed was a spot to store the laundry stuff – detergent, dryer sheets, bleach … it all needed a home. The space is TINY, but we have a washer and dryer and a nice big window, so there was potential. You may remember that we’ve been working on a little mini upgrade to our laundry room in the barn. I doubt it as I’m long-since diagnosed with that.įurthermore, if you’d like to make this antique laundry cart part of your home story, you can find it and more available in my online shop.If I have to do laundry, I may as well have a practical and pretty space. Do you think my dad will think I’m cray-cray for seeing beyond this basket? haha. While it’s not a literal antique (100 years old or older), it sure mimics the vibe that my true antique has in the photo above. However, the cart portion is definitely more fun because of paint, stain, wax, and more stain. wahoo!!īecause I loved the wear on the basket it already had, I left that alone. Are you ready to see my antique laundry cart build complete? I am!! LAUNDRY TIMEīreak out the soap and clothespins and let’s have some fun with this farmhouse creation of mine. First, I use this blue to just touch in spots so that it can peek through.Īs soon as that blue cures, I use a custom-mixed antique white to create a wash over the whole piece.Īdditionally, I lightly distress the whole cart and then add a layer of a brown wax for even more time-worn appeal. Then, after the stain cures, I am creating a layered paint look. Not only is this stuff awesome because you can watch the aging happen right before your eyes (see video below), but also because there’s no wiping and mess after the stain is applied. You can see the other ways I’ve used the other colors in these past posts. This particular stain will make the wood gray. I love a good challenge! To start, I use this reactive stain to naturally age the wood using the tannins already present in the lumber. Isn’t it crazy that a random wire basket set me on a build to make an antique replica? Yeah, I’m cool like that. Our cart has to have wheels, right? I’m definitely a sucker for casters in all shapes and sizes.įinally, I can put the finishing touches on this build. Last, I take some reclaimed ash to make supports for these casters I have in my stash that was gifted to me many years ago with this antique chest of drawers. Now, I need to add the center spreader to hold it all together. I miter two pieces to go between the “X” supports. Then, I assemble the long side to the short sides and begin to search my stash for more pieces. This will function as the middle support of my antique laundry cart. spindle) from this farmhouse table set rescue from the curb. Next, I pre-drill the long supports with my drill and bit.Īfter that, I use a larger bit to make counter-sink holes so I can hide and plug my screw holes.Ĭheck this out…I have this extra chair spreader (aka. That leaves me with four longer supports and four braces for those supports. I come up with two 1″ x 4″ boards that I rip in two and then cut to length. Thankfully, I find just what I need (of course…tee hee) and start measuring. I’ve recently been working on remodeling my space and am eager to share updates as soon as I can. Let’s get this DIY party started! STASH DIGGIN’įirst, as you can imagine, I’m eager to dig into my lumber stash to see what I can come up with. Now to get the cart part of this project built. Okay, so now do you see where I’m head with this? The basket has a brown paint over white that I kinda like because it shows natural age. In my defense, I’ve sold many laundry carts in my online shop and I even own one that I adore. hmmm…would it make you think of an antique laundry cart? Yeah, I’m kinda fun like that. This time around, I am able to visit him on location as he’s working on a remodel with a few leftovers laying about. Honestly, my acceptance of such things depends on the space I have available and whether or not it sparks an idea in my noggin. It’s always fun when I get a text or call from my dad asking if I want this or that.
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