![]() It’s slick, and after the first coat, you may be wondering if you made a mistake. Of all the materials I’ve used Rub ‘n Buff with, I’ll admit that metal is the trickiest. If you’re working with a light fixture that can apart with a handful of screws, I recommend doing so! If not, make sure to have a handful of cotton swabs nearby, which will be helpful to coat areas that are hard to reach (like seams and ridges). ![]() Scott disassembled the sconces for me, so that I wouldn’t have to tape off the milk glass or struggle with the seams. Here’s what I did to give them a layered, gilded look on a budget! Tools + Supplies Used We loved the look and size, but we didn’t love the brushed nickel finish. So when we spotted these light bars from Lowe’s – and for less than $70! – I challenged myself to a DIY. Initially, we had our eyes on these stunning sconces, but with the cast iron sink being our splurge (seriously, bury me with that beauty!), we had to pass. In this post, I’ll talk about my experience with metal. I’ve used it on metal, wood and ceramic, although there may be a learning curve to each material. It’s forgiving in the sense that you can wipe it off quickly if you apply too much, or you can build on it as it dries. While spray paint is wonderful for its even application, I knew that Rub ‘n Buff would give me the depth that spray paint couldn’t! If you’ve used Rub ‘n Buff in the past, you know that a small amount goes a long way. Rub ‘n Buff is more than a paint it’s a carnauba wax base with finely ground metallic powder and pigments, giving you rich, dimensional color. When I mentioned that we would be changing the metal finish of those sconces with a mini makeover, many of you asked me, so, like, spray paint? And while spray paint is almost always a win in my book, this time, I opted for Rub ‘n Buff! Rub ‘N Buff v. In our Tree House bathroom, those items were our beloved sink and the two substantial wall sconces, respectively. With any renovation, there are going to be (costly) things that sit high on your wish list, and there will be others that give you room to save. It’s more than just paint this one tool adds depth and instant character! The majority of this home's photos are on hold for a publication coming out soon but we've shared a number of #projectsantaynez sneak peeks on our Instagram.I’m sharing how I transformed the brushed nickel finish of our bathroom sconces to a warm, golden brass. The stove top is styled with copper and brass salt and pepper grinders for the finishing touch and completely rounds out the range of metals. The stainless steel hood and appliances harmonize beautifully with the gray hues in the surrounding cabinetry and neighboring stone wall while the scale of the commercial-sized hood speaks for its wow-factor. Two-toned brass pendants hang over the island offering both warm (brass) and cool (blackened brass) tones that are also visible in the light bronze cabinetry hardware. A polished nickel double-spout faucet sits in the middle of the masterpiece like a shiny new toy we all want to play with and boasts black gears that tie in with the iron base of the barstools. and by magic we mean the creativity of the talented design team and the confidence of our trusting clients. All of the metals come together like magic in this modern ranch house kitchen.
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