The "So Many Steps to Distressed" Ladder

Step 1: Steal a bunk bed ladder.

Just make sure no one is in the top bunk when you do it.

 

 

Step 2: Remove hardware from back of ladder.

Because it's a pain to paint and sand around them.

 

Step 3: Apply primer.

Not a necessary step but what the heck.

 

Step 4: Apply red paint.

A necessary step if you want depth of color to your finished product.

 

 

Step 5: Apply white paint.

Another necessary step ... just because.

 

 

Step 5: Apply sander.

Don't be shy. Run that puppy all over the ladder.

 

Be sure to really dig in where you want the most wear and tear to show.

 

 

Step 6: Apply dark aging wax.

Again, a necessary step if you want depth of color in your project.

 

 

Step 7: Apply Polyurethane.

Just to keep all the previous work protected from the elements.

 

Step 7: Attach hardware to sides of ladder.

If desired.

They make a good place to hang plants or other decorative elements.

 

 

Step 8: Enjoy.

Self explanatory.