Here are some before pictures:
I wasn't quite sure what to do with this beautiful beast. So, I started by trying to scrape off as much of the top as I could. I then went to Home Depot and had the nice guys there cut me a piece of wood to fit to the top and cover the damage on the buffet.
I thought about sanding and re-staining the piece because the wood was so pretty. I especially loved the "V" inlays on the side doors. I started sanding and sanding, but the wood on the drawer-fronts just was not in good enough condition to refinish. So, time to prime and paint. I chose a pale aqua, Martha Stewart's Artesian Well...so pretty! But, I still couldn't get myself to paint over those gorgeous doors. Here's mid-project:
I used wood glue to glue down the new top piece and then I stained it and thought I would leave the top and doors stained and the rest painted. Unfortunately, the top didn't look so good stained, so I painted it:
Those darn doors! So pretty, but not so pretty with the paint. So I grudgingly painted the whole thing. For the final reveal, here she is:
She needed some sparkle, so I added a little gold to the greek-key design on the drawers.
This piece took me a long time. I think it was because I didn't have a clear plan or vision of what I was going to do with her. Through trial and error, this is what I came up with and I'm pretty happy with my $10 experiment!
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i looks awesome! i love the gold in the greek key design- i didn't even notice it before , but now that detail really pops!
ReplyDeleteWow! For winging it, this sure turned out gorgeous! Good for you for not shying away from an ugly duckling :) over from Primitive & Proper
ReplyDeleteSo pretty! I am loving the little touch of gold you added.
ReplyDeleteFor $10, you ROCKED this buffet! It looks fantastic!
ReplyDeleteYou did a great job! I am still looking for a great buffet to redo. :)
ReplyDeleteI am visiting from DIY by Design. It is nice to "meet" you.
Enjoy the rest of your week!
LaVonne @ Long Wait For Isabella
I just bought a thrift sale dresser that I would like to do this to! Great inspiration! :) I am a new follower!
ReplyDeleteThat turned out great. What a deal,too!
ReplyDeleteLove it! You did an amazing job!!
ReplyDeletewow! that doesn't even look like the same piece of furniture. that's amazing!!! this post would be a fabulous addition to my weekly blog party "from trash to treasure" I'd really love it if you joined in!
ReplyDeleteTotal transformation!!
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ReplyDeleteI'm gonna go browse around some more now. You've got great pieces.
xoxo,
Kim
I love the color you picked...what a tranformation!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful transformation here! Your buffet is gorgeous! And I really love that color! Thanks for sharing
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ReplyDeleteLovely job and I think you've done a serious rescue on this piece!
Love the greek key design and color!
ReplyDeleteWhat a bargain makeover. For $10 you really got a lot of bang for the buck!
ReplyDeleteIt is lovely! You must be proud:)!! Way to go!
ReplyDeleteBeth
huberhang.blogspot.com
So charming!! I love how it turned out- the color you chose is perfect too! Would love for you to come share this at Feathered Nest Friday at my blog~going on all weekend! :)
ReplyDeleteThis turned out so pretty - I especially love the gold highlights! Sometimes, the wood can't be saved, which is probably why the previous owners couldn't see the beauty of the piece. Good Eye!!
ReplyDeleteyou've gotta love a $10 experiment!
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michele
Love the gold detail! Turned out great!
ReplyDeleteit looks great! and you can't even tell that you added a new top!
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