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In a well-ventilated space, cover a flat surface with a drop cloth or tarp.
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Before starting, read the Krylon® and Minwax® labels for safety and application instructions.
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In an area separate from where you will paint and stain your project, use 220 grit sandpaper to sand the chair in the direction of the wood grain.
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Remove any sanding dust using a clean rag. Ensure that the surface is clean, dull and dry before spray painting or staining.
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Begin by moving the chair onto the covered surface. To achieve the color blocked look shown, use painter's tape to cover the top half of the chair and the bottom third of each of the chair's legs. Leave the upper portion of the legs, the seat, and the lower half of the chair's top uncovered.
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Spray paint the rest of the chair using Krylon® COLORmaxx in Satin Jade.
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When the COLORmaxx is dry to the touch, remove the painter's tape.
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Cover the portion of the chair that you just spray painted with painter's tape.
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Spray paint the top portion of the chair using Krylon® Chalky Finish in Misty Gray.
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When the Chalky Finish is dry to the touch, remove the painter's tape.
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Use painter's tape and newspaper to protect the top, seat, and upper legs of the chair from overspray. Leave only the lower third of each leg exposed.
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Prepare the lower legs for Minwax application by wiping the surface with a clean rag once more.
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Apply Minwax® Pre-Stain Wood Conditioner" to the lower legs using a brush or cloth for the best and most even color.
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Allow the Pre-Stain Wood Conditioner to penetrate the lower legs for 5 to 15 minutes, then remove any excess with a clean, dry cloth.
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Be prepared to apply Minwax® Oil Based Wood Finish in Golden Oak within two hours of the Pre-Stain application.
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Test the Oil Based Wood Finish on a small portion of the lower chair legs to ensure you are satisfied with the color.
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If you are satisfied with the color, stir the Oil Based Wood Finish well before applying. Apply the Oil Based Wood Finish to the lower legs in the direction of the grain and allow to penetrate the wood for 5-15 minutes. The longer you wait, the darker/richer the color will be.
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After the Oil Based Wood Finish has penetrated, wipe away the excess, working with the wood grain to blend lighter and darker areas together. When you are satisfied with the color, allow the Oil Based Wood Finish to dry completely for 24 hours before applying a protective topcoat.
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Finish the lower legs with a clear protective topcoat. To achieve this look, use Minwax® Polycrylic™ Protective Finish in Matte. Apply to the lower legs with a high-quality synthetic brush in one direction with the grain. For best results use three coats, allowing each coat 2 hours to dry before using 220 grit sandpaper to ensure an even finish for the next coat.
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After the final coat of Polycrylic Protective Finish has dried, allow 3 hours before light handling and 24 hours before normal use.
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Remove the remaining painter's tape from the chair.
