Sometimes, a furniture piece just needs a second (or third) chance. I originally painted this carved Bombay chest in a very different finish, but it never found its forever home. So when Dixie Belle Paint introduced a brand new color, I knew this was the perfect piece to try it on....and WOW, am I glad I did! Check out this blue green painted Bombay chest with gold highlights!
If you are a new reader, hello and welcome to the Fancy Fam! With over a decade of furniture painting experience, I can honestly say that sharing my projects through this blog is still my favorite way to inspire! I've got years worth of fun and creative ways to update your home decor and furniture through paint! If this sounds like something you'd like to have delivered to you every Sunday be sure to sign up for my weekly newsletter here!
New Products Alert!
This new color, Blue Grass, is a fresh smoky blue-green....and it absolutely transforms the look of the Bombay style chest.
AND....to take it a step further, I embellished those gorgeous details with the brand new gilding wax color...Antique Gold!
This version is softer and more subtle than their traditional gold wax, giving it a delicate aged finish which is a perfect pairing with the new paint color!
The result? A VAST difference from its last look....that's for sure!
This finish is elegant....and I'm hopeful it will be easier for someone to imagine it in their own home.
You can see more details about the before look and all my Bombay Chest Design Ideas HERE.
Supplies Used: Blue Green Painted Bombay Chest
You can also shop my favorite products and tools in my Amazon influencer list here.
This post may contain affiliate links. I could make a commission at no charge to you if you purchase my recommended products. Please read my disclosure here and my privacy policy here.
Time for Some Paint!
As for my process, I simply just painted it!
I didn't prime over the old metal leafing or the bold color. I just gave it a good wipe down, opened the jar of paint....and began painting!
That is the beauty of a quality chalk paint. It really doesn't require much prep as long as the surface you are painting is intact and you are familiar with what paint was used on it to begin with.
I applied the oil based Antique Gold gilding wax both with my finger and a brush.
After allowing it to fully cure for 72 hours, I brushed on two layers of Clear Top Coat in a satin finish.....onto the entire chest.
The Finished Look: Blue Green Carved Bombay Chest
This three drawer beauty is now available on my website, ready for a home that appreciates artistically painted furniture.
I'd love to hear what you think about this new color and gilding wax. Let me know in comments.
More Inspiration:
I pulled a few blogs from past projects that came to mind when working on this piece! I hope you can use them to draw inspiration for your upcoming project. Here are the additional designs for your inspiration:
Harlequin Whimsical Painted Bombay Chest - a show stopper harlequin beauty
Asian-Inspired Painted Bombay Chests - simple sleek and handsome finish
Textured Butterfly Bombay Chest - light and slightly grungy
Water-Washed Bohemian Bombay Chest - earthy and zen bohemian look
Textured Grunge Painted Bombay Chest - tattered and charred Bombay
Purple Hollywood Glam Bombay Vanity - glamorous Bombay vanity
And of course, you can see my Bombay Chest Design RoundUp HERE to see them all this great looks and several more in one place!
Click on any photo below for more up-close photos and all the design details
JOIN ME FOR MORE...with Curiously Creative
If you enjoyed this and want more of a deep dive into home decor and DIY processes, I would love it if you joined my exclusive online creative group, Curiously Creative. I show up LIVE to guide you through every step of updating, upcycling, crafting, and creating on-trend home decor and gift-giving ideas!
Want more fancy furniture & design?
Save & Share on Pinterest!
Please please please share my blue green painted Bombay chest project and follow me on Pinterest!
