How about another makeover?
This pretty cherry finish nightstand used to be in the beachy guestroom, until I found that neat round table from TJ Maxx that I painted the top black and put in there. I picked this piece up somewhere at an antiques store and can’t even remember exactly where I found it in Atlanta, but it has served me well in a guestroom over the years. But, now it’s time to change it. I had a spot in mind in the master bathroom that I just knew it would look great and replace another little piece that was in there.
So, this one got a new coat of paint. All I did to prepare it was wipe it down with some of my liquid sander. Deglosses the wood and gets it ready to paint. Sprayed with white spray paint and did several light coats.
I actually used some yardsale paint that I picked up for about 50 cents for 2 cans. Just enough for this project. It was by Krylon, Living Color in Ivory and was just perfect for what I needed. I’ve also used Porcelain by Valspar brand and it’s a good one too, as well as Heirloom White which is used all across blogland. It was a little too perfect, so I decided to shabby it up just a bit. (this carpet is not pink, it just photographs really strange every time. It’s a beigy color)
Got out some sandpaper and hit the edges and the detailed molding to take off the paint and get down to the bare wood in a few spots.
Then I got out some Cherry stain and hit those spots with a Q-tip, just to darken and age it slightly. Wiped off excess stain right away.
And here’s where it will go, replacing this wicker and iron stand that I’ve had for ages.
Cute, huh? I really like how it looks in here against the blue walls.
That basket was found at Homegoods and matches my bedroom paisley fabric. Perfect for holding the hair dryer and flatiron, headbands, clips, brushes. Wish I had another plug in here, but it is what it is, so I keep it plugged in all the time.
So, instead of getting rid of this piece, I just moved it up and gave it a facelift. And it’s just perfect for me now! I put my wash cloths in the drawer and I can stack a couple of towels underneath.
Do you have anything that needs a facelift?
In just a couple of hours, it can be done and you’ll be enjoying a whole new look.
Great paint job! What is that "liquid sander" that you used?
I could get more projects started with a product like that!
~ Jan
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I love liquid sander! So much easier to do that way. Let's see…I'm sure I have some bits of furniture that I could make over : )
Love your re-do ! I need to replace some tables in my house too and always looking….
Fabulous thrifty re-do !
Hugs ~ Kammy
That turned out cute & it's in the perfect spot.
do i have anything that needs a facelift? hah! ME!
that looks great, the extra added detailed touches make a world of difference, don't they?
blessings –
randee
I love your nightstand redo. Please tell us more about this liquid sander. We've got a couple of pieces to paint, and are always looking for great tips like this.
Hi, girls, I talked about Liquid sanders here:
http://southernhospitalityblog.com/2008/05/inspiring-update-painting-furniture.html
It's just a product that you can find at Home Depot or Lowes, a liquid that you wipe on furniture, let it sit till dry to the touch & then it's ready to paint (usually about 10 min.). There are different brands, so just get one of those, they should all do the same thing. The bottle will say liquid sander OR deglosser. There's a pic of one in that post I linked.
I was looking at the fresh white paint and thinking I would take some of that off…lol You never get it wrong…5*
Wow! Rhoda, you have a done a great painting job! That inspires me… soon I'll be painting my nightstands white. I love the distressed technique you used too. So beautiful!!
I ran out yesterday and got some of the Ivory spray paint but still need to go get some of the Heirloom White…I love that color.
The nightstand looks great in your bathroom. I'm going to take a look at my mom's old nightstand I was telling you about and see about repurposing it.
I enjoyed our outing last Friday (as always) and have been super busy since I got home. I hope we can get together again before Christmas (ha ha)!
Love ya,
Judy
That table is too cute! It fits perfeclty in your bathroom 🙂
I love how you are always changing little things in your home. I am guilty of leaving things the same for years. I'm working on it, though!
Rhoda, you did a beautiful finish job on that piece. I must confess that I thought it was beautiful in its original condition, but I know how we all get tired of things. It really is gorgeous and improved! You certainly do have a professional technique going on there. Good job! Linda
Rhoda, so glad I found you over at Confessions of a Plate Addict (I think!). You have a great blog with many ideas! I'm going to do a post soon on favorite bloggers who are Fantastic at finding bargains. That would be you! May I mention your blog and post the picture of this table?
joy c. at grannymountain
That looks great!
At first I was thinking "oh no! she's going to paint that beautiful piece" but it turned out great! Love the way you roughed it up a bit.
Great job, the table looks terrific! You are something else.
Thanks for sharing some great tips!
Blessings today and always,
Kaye
Matthew 21:22
I have a whole housefull of furniture that needs to be painted!
Thanks for the liquid sander tip.
I've been dreading having to sand everything! Your table looks great! Love the wall color too!
Yes…."I" need a facelift. Botox, chemical peel, etc. hahahaha
Your table looks wonderful!!! Love the idea of the stain on a qtip!
That looks fantastic! I am getting so many great ideas from this blog!