To have a creative mind is fun. I love to work with most any kind of medium and it just so happens that furniture has become my most popular at this point. When I find a piece of furniture it tends to speak to me from the moment we meet. Sometimes that isn't always the case because it can be shy and won't "speak" to me for a bit , but with this Mid Century Modern dresser I knew exactly what I wanted to do.
This long beautiful piece of furniture had not been cared for and had a good amount of damage and wear to the top.
It had some sort of star-shaped candle that had melted/burned into the top as well as hot pink marker and some other goodies.
DIY TIME
The drawer fronts had holes made in them by an insect or someone having fun with a tack, but they were sound enough. However, when I pulled out a couple of the drawers they fell apart at my feet. Nothing a little wood glue, wood filler, and clamps couldn't solve though.
After I glue all the pieces, all repairs with the wood filler, I get out my sander and go crazy on that thing. This Mid Century Modern dresser was going to shine again if I had anything to say about it.
As much as I had hoped, sanding does not remove chemical stains, so I used my go-to Kilz stain blocker as my base coat. If you are familiar with my past work, you know I am drawn to the MCM lines and how fun it is to see them come to a modern state. I've done oodles of chests, dressers, tables, and credenzas. Take a
peek at my projects to see.
Since the damage to the top deemed it paint-worthy, I used a dark gray for the cabinet. The other two colors would come into play on the drawer fronts. I got out my FrogTape and got jiggy with it. hee hee hee.
NEXT STEPS
The other drawers were refinished using Provincial Stain by Rustoleum - the same stain I used on
my fireplace makeover. You know I had to keep wood wherever I could. tsk.
Last, but not least, were the drawer pulls. These babies were solid brass, so no paint for them. Instead, I whip out my handy dandy Bar Keeper's Friend to get them a cleaning like none other.
TIP: To find out if something is brass, use a magnet. If magnetic, not brass, if it doesn't stick, you have winner! (psst...I carry a magnet with me at all times because it works on silver too) Every good junker or picker needs to be ready!!
I love this stuff. So easy to use and instant results in a few minutes and it's so affordable!
Once all my paint cured, I added a poly topcoat to seal it all in.
THE REVEAL
Ready for the reveal? Let me introduce you to this once forlorn gal, gone modern chic.
I am so pleased with the results.
I even had fun bringing out a few of pieces of my camera collection. Do you collect any?
This Mid-Century Modern dresser was a fun project to revive. If you love it and would like to have it as your own, you can find it available in
my online store.
Additionally, pin and share to inspire others to give dated pieces a new look with a little bit of TLC.
Next up, I will be getting my junk on when I show you what I do with these two things...do you know what they are? Head
HERE TO SEE.
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This long beautiful piece of furniture had not been cared for and had a good amount of damage and wear to the top.
It had some sort of star-shaped candle that had melted/burned into the top as well as hot pink marker and some other goodies.
I love this stuff. So easy to use and instant results in a few minutes and it's so affordable!
Once all my paint cured, I added a poly topcoat to seal it all in.
I am so pleased with the results.
I even had fun bringing out a few of pieces of my camera collection. Do you collect any?
This Mid-Century Modern dresser was a fun project to revive. If you love it and would like to have it as your own, you can find it available in my online store.
Next up, I will be getting my junk on when I show you what I do with these two things...do you know what they are? Head HERE TO SEE.
Before you go, be sure to sign up for my newsletter. Until next time!
