Last weekend I just had the feeling that I had to get this project done. My nephew had started stripping it a while back (but got bored with it and didn't get very far), and it was on my back patio and I didn't want it to get ruined by the weather. Plus I knew it was going to rain so I figured I had better get it sealed. Yes, friends, it really does rain in Southern California now and then! ;-)
Unfortunately I don't have any before pictures. I really thought I took a picture of it when I brought it home, but I can't find it. It had old fashioned hardware, golden oak stain, and lots of scratches and dings.Here it is all stripped and ready for stain. I decided on red oak. You know I have a bit of a fancy for things with a red tint to them! The top part has two shelves with cabinet doors and the bottom has three drawers. When I saw it in the thrift store I imagined all my craft books in the top cabinet and my yarn and fabric stash in the drawers.
I finished sealing it wit polycrylic on Sunday and I put it all back together. I think it turned out really pretty! With my love of instant gratification, it's shocking I had the patience to finish this.The glass had to be replaced because it broke during the refinishing project. It had ugly etching on it anyway, and I am much happier with the clear glass. I replaced all of the old, brass hardware with silver handles and knobs with beaded edges.
Now I just have to enlist the help of my hubby to get it up to my loft so I can use it. This turned out so well that now I'm going to look for a thrift store desk to refinish. You just can't find hardwood pieces at such good prices other than a thrift store. With just a little work and patience you can create something beautiful.
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Tiffany- I blew it up to have a good look and it's just gorgeous! What a great job you did!
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