Wax On....Wax Off

Well the bug has hit, and I have to tell you....the hubs is nervous. I want to change stuff. I don't want to spend a lot though, on this Steve would be proud. :)

So the first part of this bug was my mirror collage, well actually, its a part of a slightly bigger than average plan, but its the beginning!

So here's the first step! I wanted/needed to move all of the mirrors I had near the foyer to make room for the artwork that is currently residing above my fireplace, but those mirrors were all gold. I decided that the guest room was the best place for all those mirrors. That poor room only has one small window as it is. Too bad, I'm going with a pale gray in there and gold would clash. In a big way.



Out comes the rub 'n buff. I've never used it before but I've seen it here and there around bloggy-land. For those of you guys that don't know what it is, it's a wax. It comes in several metallic colors and is really easy to apply. I ended up going with silver {shocking, I know}. I decided to go with the wax instead of paint for a couple reasons. 1) I didn't want to tape anything off and 2) I wanted an antiqued look w/o having to glaze, sand or work at it. Yep, I hit a lazy patch.

So I grabbed all of the mirrors, dusted and cleaned them, then set out the newspaper. I probably should have pulled out dry, soft cloth at the very least, but the silver tinge underneath my fingernails for the next few days was totally worth it. :) After just rubbing the wax onto the frames, I tried to work it into the nooks and crannies as best I could then I just let it dry over night.

The next morning the mirrors found their home in the guest room. Here's what I started with down there, and what I ended up with.

Here are some close-ups of the mirrors.  

Here's where the botanical prints moved to. I think it helps balance out that wall.  

I am loving the small change this made. The wall that the mirrors had been on is now being prepped from some painting repair, but it will remain blank for a little while, until I get the materials for what's replacing the artwork over the fireplace. BTW, do any of you know how to antique a mirror?

Have a great day guys!