How to Antique Pine

Wipe the pine furniture or boards with a damp rag to remove any dust or debris. Use 180-grit sandpaper to lightly rough up the wood's surface. This will allow the pine to better accept the antiquing solution. Wipe the dust and fine wood particles off the wood with a clean, dry rag.

Put on a safety mask and rubber gloves to mix the antiquing solution. Carefully pour one part liquid drain cleaner and one part water into the spray bottle. Be careful not to spray this solution in a windy area or get the solution on your skin or clothing.

Spray the wood evenly with the antiquing solution. Be sure to get under edges of tables or chairs and in all spots that will be visible when the furniture is used. The chemical reaction of the antiquing solution and the wood will cause the wood to turn yellow. Leave the wood to dry overnight. The next day it will look greenish gray.

Wipe a light brown, wood restoring wax into the wood with a soft rag. Apply the wax with the grain. This will create a golden honey tone on the pine. Buff the wood with a clean rag. If desired, add another coat of wax in a darker or lighter color depending on the look you want.