Here is my pride and joy. I picked this desk up a few years ago at a 21st Century Antique Show. It is from back East and is made from Ash. I think it is a homemade piece. Have been wanting to freshen it up for some time. Using the same chalk paint I mixed up from my post on home made chalk paint here, I spent part of Thursday afternoon cleaning the desk, painting and when it was very dry, waxing and buffing.
Before pictures, anything to freshen this desk would look good.
I left the unpainted underside alone so the original wood could be seen.
Nice contrast from truly vintage yellow to a calm shade of green.
A 'before' and 'after' comparison.
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House of Grace, Coastal Charm, Elizabeth and Co., TypeA, Knick of Time, A Diamond in the Stuff, Not Just a Housewife, A Bowl Full of Lemons, Apron Thrift Girl: Thrift Share Monday, Twigg Studios: Sunday Show Off No. 1,
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oh wow it was cute b4 now its WOW! Great job!
ReplyDeleteI have a piece VERY much like this! I hope to redo it someday......perhaps AFTER my daughter's QUADS are born! I LOVE what you hav edone with this. Just BEAUTIFUL!!
ReplyDeleteI love the colour it looks great thanks for linking up xxx
ReplyDeleteBeautiful piece. FYI, been using Shaklee since the 80's, love the products
ReplyDeleteI love a man who paints.
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Wow! This looks great! Visiting from BoogieBoard Cottage! Drop by to see me sometime!
ReplyDeleteHi Rob ... really hard to paint those cubbies. You did a great job. My favorite color.
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Audrey Z. @ Timeless Treasures
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Lovely looking desk, really nice finish colour. How about a rustic CPU holder? Is that a possibility?!
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Jami
Great update! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteSo pretty! I love a piece of furniture with all those little shelves and nooks.
ReplyDeleteI love the transformation! I would love for you to stop by and link up at my Linky party via: ourdelightfulhome.blogspot.com
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Nice job Rob! LOVE that color. You are so good. Thanks for sharing with my newbie party.
ReplyDeleteGreat job. I loved the before, but the after is even better. The green is a great shade.
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Wow Rob, your desk turned out beautifully! Thanks for linking up!
ReplyDeleteThat cabinet/desk is gorgeous, I love the colour. Well done you!
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