Something great happens when you find the perfect piece of furniture at the perfect price. I wasn’t actively looking for a nightstand but had it in mind that I’d pick one up for Nik’s room if the opportunity presented itself.
I found a great candidate on craigslist for $25.00. Unheard of in our area where craigslist prices tend to be a tad overinflated. Good for when you’re selling something but not so good for when you’re bargain hunting.
Here was the nightstand before it was a solid piece, very heavy with dovetail drawers along with a few scratches and and spots of chipping veneer. After a very thorough sanding and a few coats of Valspar dark gray spray paint on the frame and sides and Minwax English Chestnut on the drawer fronts and top it’s got a new lease on life perfect for a Nik’s soon to be made over little boys room.
I’m really impressed with how it turned out. It’ll look perfect in Nikolas’ room.
23 comments :
the cape on the corner November 6, 2012 2:52PM
oh my gosh, that is so pretty. love the combo of the dark wood and that blue/gray.
Maria November 6, 2012 4:36PM
Thank you, I think it’ll look perfect in my little boy’s room.
Catherine November 8, 2012 10:54PM
Looks fantastic! I love the grey colour, just right for the piece. Great transformation
Maria November 9, 2012 11:42AM
Thanks Catherine
Marissa November 9, 2012 8:39PM
This is a truly beautiful transformation! I absolutely love the keyhole hardware. You did a great job….found you at Furniture Feature Friday.
Maria November 9, 2012 9:37PM
Thanks Marissa, so happy you stopped by.
WEST FURNITURE REVIVAL November 10, 2012 12:28PM
lOVE! the nightstand. it turned out beautiful! I would love to feature it, if that would be ok with you please let me know.
lauren
Maria November 10, 2012 9:58PM
Thank you!, I’m flattered, Fell free to feature.
Thanks for stopping by.
WEST FURNITURE REVIVAL March 3, 2013 11:39PM
Not sure if you caught the feature, you can see it here, thanks again!!
http://westfurniturerevival.blogspot.com/2013/02/revival-monday-98.html
Kelly @ A Swell Place to Dwell November 11, 2012 8:41PM
So pretty! I just love the wood/paint mix. I am always a bit nervous of mixing grey and brown, but your colour combo looks awesome!
Maria November 11, 2012 10:01PM
Thanks Kelly
Petie November 15, 2012 11:24PM
Your nightstand is gorgeous. You did a great paint job. Are those the original handles? Can’t wait to see it in your sons room
Maria November 16, 2012 10:25AM
Thanks Petie, yes they are original. I used a little rub and buff on them to shine them up.
Maria @ Inspiration Affirmation December 3, 2012 10:51AM
Wow, what a gorgeous After! I love the handles, and I love the colors you chose for the piece itself. What a find!
Maria December 3, 2012 10:56AM
Thanks Maria, The handles are original so I can’t take credit for thos. I just cleaned them up a bit and they worked perfectly
Rachel January 7, 2013 12:30PM
Um, seriously, it looks amazing. I don’t have vision for things like that – I would have never thought that that would make something so gorgeous. It’s beautiful!
Maria January 7, 2013 2:26PM
Thanks Rachael, I can’t take all the credit I do a lot of Pinterest browsing which is where most of my inspiration come from. I try to look past the finish to recreate something I’ve seen and loved.
Julie @ The Family CEO January 7, 2013 1:22PM
What a great find. It looked wonderful before but I love the combination of stain and paint you went with.
Maria January 7, 2013 2:27PM
Thanks Julie, I also liked the color before but if you had seen a close up there were spots peeling and chipping. It definitely needed some love.
Leslie Stewart @ House on the Way January 9, 2013 10:00AM
Love the makeover! I’m pinning this beauty!
Have a great week.
Leslie
Maria January 10, 2013 9:52AM
Oh Thanks Leslie!
Jo Anne February 18, 2013 1:32PM
I love the transformation!
Maria February 18, 2013 9:41PM
Thanks Jo Anne