The "LOW" Fixture Gets A Makeover!When I opened the box containing the fixture for the powder bathroom, I had a moment of doubt. It was not the finish I had expected, and something else was off. I didn't realize what until I looked at the photos in the High vs. Low post and saw it was the candle sleeves: gold rather than the white shown online. Oh well, nothing a little Rub 'n Buff and paint can't fix!
Too dark and rustic!
After applying Rub'n Buff to the left side I knew this fixture could be successfully rescued!
And then on to the sleeves. Surprisingly they were not only gold but metal.
I didn't have any spray paint on hand...
...but after a couple coats of adhesion primer...
and an ivory paint they looked much, much better!
As did the fixture, once completely covered with a layer of Rub 'n Buff. What can't this stuff fix?!
See, don't the sleeves look great now?
The before...
...and after!
A quick makeover that brings this low fixture into the high realm!
55 comments:
Hello!!!beautiful....beautiful!!!!
Kisses!!!!!
I have GOT to get me some Rub N Buff!!!
You seriously amaze me with your rub 'n buff use, I've really got to find a project to use that stuff on! Stunning, absolutely stunning!
Wow, that is amazing! It looks SO much better.
The rub n buff worked great, Janell! Did you have to put a sealer on top of it?
Kathy,
No...as long as the rub 'n buff is rubbed in well (with just takes a couple seconds) it won't come off until you want it off. Can't say enough great things about this product!! Janell
Janell: Which Rub N Buff color did you use? Thanks!!!
Looks GAWGEOUS!!! It really looks like the high end version now!
I purchased some rub n buff after you made over your chairs and I still haven't used it. The chandelier in my bedroom is the color of your original fixture. Hmmm... I wonder if a little RnB will help me out:)
Can't wait to see it in your lou!
Amazing! I love a quick makeover with something so easy. Paint & Rub n' Buff continue to amaze me. Great looking fixture:)
Gorgeous! What an improvement! I love Rub 'n Buff. Did you know it's been around for over 40 years! I remember using it in jr. high...oops...just dated myself, didn't I!
Looks great! I want to run out and grab some Rub N Buff now... just to have it on hand! Looking forward to the reveal :)
Please say what color R-B you used.
It turned out great. Can't wait to see it hung.
Janell...I have been using that stuff for years...it is the BEST! It certainly made that light fixture classy! Looks so much better!
Love the transformation. The light fixture looks really elegant now!
Jessie
www.mixandchic.com
That made a huge difference! Love it!
Wow. That stuff really is magic. What a huge difference. Is it just paint you rub on? I think I need to explore that. I am glad you went with the "low" with those little changes.
What an amazing difference! You go girl!
WOW!!! what an improvement! Its such a beautiful fixture to begin with and you just did an Emeril Lagasse and "BAM!!"
I need to get me some rub'n'buff. Wondering, would it work on a drapery rod, what are it's adhesion properties? Would I need to seal it in?
I want to re-do a brushed nickel drapery rod, spray it black or oil rubbed bronze and then add some gold {for my daughter's room - going for a vintage vibe}
Opinion?
The tube of Rub 'n Buff I have on hand is Grecian Gold, look online to see the other finish options. Also comes in a silver tone. To apply you do just literally rub it on and buff with a finger...and then it just sticks. No adhesion problems. It is an oily wax with a metallic property in the mixture. I've also heard people applying it with a brush, which would probably be less messy, but I like rubbing it in, it allows me to control the application. AND a tiny bit goes a LONG way!
I definitely think it would work on drapery hardware. Did I answer all the questions?
Janell
Perfect! So smart to go with the "low" fixture and give it a little tweak. It looks beautiful! :)
It looks beautiful, Janell! I'm using Rub n' Buff on an old mirror we have. I'm loving the results! That stuff is amazing. Your candle sleeves look perfect in the ivory. Nicely done!
Wowza! I seriously did not know this whole rub and buff thing exists. It looks sooooo much better!
Seriously! You are amazing. Who would have known it could look that good! GREAT job!!!
I dont' know how you do it all! It looks fabulous!
Wow!! You did an awesome job!!! So much better.
Gorgeous!
Amazing! Looks very high end!
Your light is beautiful! I am a huge fan of rub & buff and was just about to ask which color you used. Thankfully someone beat me to it.
Wow, you are good! Looks incredible!
fantastic, love it! You've got me eyeing up my vanity fixture now too =P
It looks awesome!
Where do you get this rub and buff stuff? At Home Depot? What section?
hmmmmm...what can I rub and buff, you've got me wanting to try that stuff!!! LOOKS GREAT by the way. xoxo shelli
That was a very strange finish it came with, but it looks great now!
The finished fixture looks more expensive; great product!
I've got to try Rub n Buff! That looks awesome!
Wow is there anything rub and buff can't fix?!? :)
You need to send before and after pictures of your various projects to rub'n buff and become a spokes person! i am so glad you went with the low.
Way better!!!!!
you really use the heck out of the Rub and Buff, huh? must make a note to pick some up. have a few projects I could test it on. thanks for the tip!
Thanks again for using AMACO's Rub 'n Buff! The fixture looks SOOO much better.
We have 17 colors available if you want to check out our website. I'm happy to send you something new to try!
The white sleeves makes all the difference. Much classier!
Nancy
*** You DID it AGAIN!!! Looks soooooo terriffic, Janell!!!
I've alwayss admired your "just DO it" attitude, girlfriend~~~ and you never fail, either!!!...
... Yessireebob, ANOTHER WINNER!!!
Warmest,
Linda in AZ *
bellesmom1234@comcast.net
is this fixture still available? i couldn't find it at one kings lane..... :(
You have me craving some Rub 'n' Buff! Great job as usual! You've got design gusto! Thanks!
http://homestyling101.blogspot.com/
rasmar...no, I just looked. That is the thing with this retailer, when an event is over, the goods are gone! Janell
I love the new finish, and although I preferred the sleeves the same colour as the rest of it, it's beautiful all in all!
The fixture looks great! I would like to use rub n buff on these pendants that I have in polished nickel:
http://www.lightingdirect.com/kichler-2664-traditional-classic-single-light-down-lighting-mini-pendant/p1221736?term=kichler%25202664&x=29&y=22
Do get this look:
http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_URw7c0_39Hg/THsDwMSd4nI/AAAAAAAAG50/Q4lE6uakWTU/s1600/IMG_9320.JPG
Do you think this is possible using rub n buff?
Thanks, Kristie
Fantastic!! You're a genius.
I finally got a tube of that stuff after hearing you rave about it. I just transformed my own project with it and was SHOCKED! And I barely put a dent in the tube!
Your light fixture looks amazing!
I'm over here laughing because the company that makes rub and buff commented. Did they send you new free rub and buff for all your advertising effort? Katharine
The light fixture looks terrific! It's the small details that make all the difference.
girl. you got skills.
I LOVE THAT!!!!!!
Gorgeous Rub 'n Buff transformation! Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof
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