The copper insert was my favorite part of this solid maple dry sink. You don’t see one on every dry sink, and I wanted it to stand out. I painted the piece with Homestead House Milk Paint in Bayberry and added copper hardware to go with the insert. I love how that green looks next to the copper.
How I keep milk paint color consistent
Here’s a little habit that helps when you’re new to milk paint. Every time I dip my brush, I take it all the way to the bottom of the container and give the paint a good swirl before I lift it out.
The pigment, which gives the paint its color, can settle as you work. That quick swirl mixes it back in and helps keep the color consistent. You can see exactly what I mean in the short video I took while I was painting this dry sink.
A little distressing to show off the details
We distressed the finish so a little of the wood shows through along the edges and trim. I like how that brings out the shape of the doors, and the finish feels buttery smooth to the touch.
If you’re ready to try milk paint on a piece of your own, browse the Milk Paint by Fusion collection in my online shop. I also carry Milk Paint by Fusion at AnitaTrinket, 101 South Richmond Street in Fleetwood, PA. The dry sink is available there, too.