Without a doubt, paint is my favorite tool that I use to make dramatic transformations and changes to my rooms. Whether itβs painting the walls or painting a piece of furniture or small accessory, paint is the quickest and easiest way to update a space and it works every single time. Iβm working on making some fun changes to my den and am adding a library nook in there, as well as a couple of new furniture pieces. With space on the wall to fill, I found a really cute wood console table at a local antiques store and for $89, knew it would be a good candidate for changing the color. It was painted a light yellow color and I knew that a bolder color would bring it out even more and look great in my den. Using Glidden paint from The Home Depot, I made over this little console table and it really is going to fit in my space so nicely now. Paint makes such a huge difference. If you think you canβt paint a piece of furniture, Iβm here to tell you that you can! Anyone can paint. Donβt let fear stop you from picking up a quart of paint and just doing it. I chose a pretty pinky coral red color for my console table. With the aqua blue shades I have in this room, I wanted to bring in another accent color that would liven up the room and this one should do it. I think itβs going to be fun to sprinkle this coral red around the room and lighten up the rest of the room. The color I chose is Painted Desert Red by Glidden, available at The Home Depot. Using a brush and foam roller, I started rolling on paint, going over what was already on the piece. I didnβt prime since it had a nice coat of paint already and this paint should stick fine to the existing surface without a lot of prep. I donβt usually worry too much about pieces like this getting a lot of wear and tear, so the Satin should be fine and stick well. After one coat, it was looking good. I liked the color a lot. I ended up doing 3 coats on most of it because red is like that. It takes a few coats to get the depth in a deeper color like reds and pinks. And hereβs the table AFTER! I love how pretty it looks with the turquoise shades of the lamp and basket. Iβm using some accessories that I got from Birch Lane and Iβll tell you more about all of that later. Iβll do another post on this entire corner showing all the details. Itβs hard to completely capture the color in pics and it is deeper in person. Color makes all the difference in a room and I know Iβll enjoy this coral pinky red in here. Iβm brightening up my den and going with a lighter look. Glidden has a simplified paint palette that is easy to navigate and find the perfect color for your project. I always talk about the power of paint and it really is such a quick way to make a difference. Painting an old piece of furniture takes just a few hours and then you have a new beginning to a space. If youβre painting a whole room, the Glidden Color my Room tool is really fun to use. A great way to get a visual before you paint! MyColortopia is all about making painting fun, easy, and rewarding. They will help you choose the right colors for your project, guide you through the painting process, and get you to colorful results you’ll love. Color can spark a mood and feeling in a room and thatβs why I love paint so much. Itβs such an easy way to get change and find new inspiration in your spaces. An accent color can take a room to a whole new level. I chose this pinky coral color because I thought it would be such a nice contrast with the soft blues I have in this room and itβs easy on the eye. I put together a Pinterest board with my inspiration color and itβs fun to see an inspiration color all in one spot, so you can really soak it in before you commit.
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Amy S says
I painted a sewing desk that I found on Craigslist and love how it turned out! Painting is a fun, easy way to change things up! My master bath is next!
Laurel E. says
I bought my first condo which had not been touched since 1971. Harvest gold was all over the kitchen. My budget was spread over many update projects so the cabinets got a coat of high gloss black paint and event he tile! I used a good primer and painted them a nice, pearlescent beige. It’s not perfect (like a gut job) but the power of paint saved me!
Mar says
I am painting my daughter’s twin beds, going from white to black to match new bedding I’m putting together for their room.
Tina M says
I’d like to paint my dresser white!!
Tina M says
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Spencer says
Love the color you chose AND Glidden paint. I’ve used it many times and have always been pleased with the results…
Blessings,
Spencer
Spencer says
PS… I’m going to repaint several wicker chairs I got at a thrift store next… I’ve painted EVERYTHING, including a rose and check pattern on my kitchen island. Paint is a miracle.
Cheryl says
My daughter’s desk and dresser needs an update and this would be great to paint.
Cheryl says
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Amy says
I’d love to paint some frames,and add an accent wall for more pops of color around the house
Amy says
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shelly peterson says
I have an old dresser that I would love to paint and add new knobs to.
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Renee says
I painted an old cabinet we had hanging above our washer and I turned it into a bench. My next project is a stool I found at a garage sale! Your table looks great!
Susan Smith says
Iβd like to paint on old dresser I have white to freshen it up.
Susan Smith says
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Danielle Kirchner says
I would love to paint a dresser we just got from the flea market! It seems like I always have a piece of furniture that we need to make pretty again! π
Elle says
I painted an older bookcase that was a hand me down a few years ago a lavender color. I love it and now itβs filled with books. A good sanding a new coat of paint will make anything look like new.
Elle says
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Carolyn says
Your table is so lovely! I’d like to paint a little dresser in our dining room – we use it for storing tablecloths, napkins, etc. It needs a pop of color!
Ashley H says
I’d like to redo my bedroom.