Have you ever felt when reading a book that you can’t put down, that it’s just so exciting that you can’t wait to get to the next chapter? That is exactly how we have felt for the last six months! At Bungalow 47, we’ve had many changes happening and we wanted to share with you the inside scoop, as we have many who have called and inquired, sent emails and messages, just wondering what the deal is! So here goes: Just to wander down memory lane a bit, Bungalow 47 started out as a unique retail store over 5 years ago! Located in the cute downtown of Williamston, Michigan, we offered vintage finds, fabulous gifts, home decor, and painted furniture upcycled with a chalk type […]
Painting Outdoor Furniture
It’s summer and everyone is outdoors having fun. After cleaning up the ‘carnage’ left behind from a winter’s ice storm this spring, I took a look around at the rest of our outdoor decor to see what needed some extra lovin’. I bought this set at auction over the winter. The finish was in rough shape but it was solid, comfy and I picked it up for a song. For color inspiration I did some umbrella shopping and found an adorable red and white stripe one at Target. From there I selected a bright turquoise color to compliment the umbrella. The set came with two benches. I started painting those first. A quick tip for painting benches and chairs is to start with the bench upside down. […]
A Storage Cabinet – The Ultimate Makeover
Last year I shared that we had sold our house and downsized now that all of the kids were gone and married. We purchased a house that was built in 1956 from the original owners and in need of a lot of love. The last 12 months have been spent doing a major renovation, more projects then I was in the mood for, and the continual shift to try to fit all of our stuff efficiently (and stylishly) in the house. The past month I set my sights on finding the perfect storage cabinet for the dining room, which already has a hutch and sideboard that don’t offer much storage, so I needed something to house my milk glass collection. The search was on. As […]
Junk Gypsy™ Paint is Almost Here!
Attention all junkers, painters, and do-it-yourselfers, Junk Gypsy™ Paint is on it’s way! Available for the first time at Junk Gypsy™ headquarters, the paint will make it’s Antiques Week debut beginning March 27. It comes in 16 colors (5 perfect basics and 11 signature vibrant hues)! Junk Gypsy™ Paint is an American-made chalk and clay paint that is perfect for painting and repurposing your junk finds. It will adhere to almost any surface, including wood, metal, ceramic, stone, and more. It is fast-drying and provides an easy clean up so you can gypsy-fy™ your piece quickly, turning it into treasured junk. We all have those roadside finds, Grandma’s dresser, flea market junk we couldn’t pass up, and sad furniture that just needs some fun! Junk […]
Junk Gypsy™ Paint Coming Soon!
At Bungalow 47, we have a secret to share! Coming the first week in April, we will be carrying a new line of awesome paint to use for all of your do-it-yourself projects! It is none other than Junk Gypsy™ Paint, which comes in 16 colors (5 perfect basics and 11 signature vibrant hues)! You probably know the Junk Gypsies from their shows on HGTV and Great American Country. They are the originators of this funky, boho style we all love, and they have been sharing their Gypsy love with the world for over a decade. They have decorated airstreams and weddings for the country celebrity elite (even decorating Miranda Lambert and Blake Shelton’s wedding) and have an amazing store down in Round Top, Texas. […]
How to Prepare Furniture Before Painting
Prepping furniture pieces before painting them with Chalk and Clay Paints. There are many items that can be painted with chalk type paints. Stained and urethaned pieces, laminated surfaces, ceramic, metal as well as previously painted and waxed pieces. These paints bond well on almost any surface and for the most part, sanding or priming will not be necessary. However, there may be times when taking the time to prep your item properly will give you a better result in the end. And isn’t that what you are looking for, a beautifully hand painted item to proudly display in your home? As we said before, chalk type paints will bond to any surface. However, chalk and clay paints (or any chalk paint or latex for […]
Painting Furniture… or Should I Say Painting Metal?!
Wondering what chalk type paint can be used on? Well… it will adhere wonderfully to most surfaces. Wood, laminate, formica, glass, ceramic and even metal. However, a good thing to keep in mind is, while chalky paints will adhere to most surfaces it will not block oil or grease stains on your pieces so be sure to wash your items well before you begin painting. Painting metal is just as easy as painting wood. These stools were purchased for a kitchen bar area. They’ve seen better days. With a little lovin’ using chalk type paint products they will be looking fabulous in no time. Remember… the first thing to do is give them a scrubbin’. Then go ahead and start painting. This is a […]
At Bungalow 47 Furniture Paint, we are passionate about our products. We don't just sell paint, but we USE that paint every day. We know retail is hard, especially now in our "buy with one click" universe. We wanted to have a product that would help small businesses create a niche and an experience for their customer. We've created a high-quality chalk and clay paint that you can count on, in tried and true shades and on-trend colors. Follow us as we share ideas using our zero VOC, solvent-free, and American-made paint.