A little paint and new drawer hardware completely transform a set of dated nightstands.
A couple weeks ago, I picked up a set of cute little nightstands that I found on Facebook Marketplace. I asked the normal questions I ask every time I buy furniture online and almost passed them up because the seller said they didn't have dovetail drawers. I was really bummed but, the price was right and I loved that they had multiple drawers, so I decided to buy them anyway. When I picked them up I was pleasantly surprised to find out they DID have dovetail drawers!
As soon as I got home I took the nightstands out of the car and started working on them right away. I went with my go-to Sherwin-Williams Iron Ore and finished them off with a light distressing, finishing wax and new bronze pulls.
SUPPLIES USED TO TRANSFORM DATED NIGHTSTANDS
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- Sherwin-Willaims Iron Ore (Emerald Line)
- General Finishes Satin Finishing Wax
- Oil Rubbed Bronze Dresser Pulls
- 2 1/2" Angled Purdy paintbrush
- Dewalt Orbital sander
- 100 and 120 grit sanding pads
- Minwax wood filler
- Straight edge
- Screwdriver
- Simple Green
- Paper towels
I tend to paint pieces with multiple drawers black then add gold bin pulls or label holders. Although, these nightstands had some curvy legs that I didn't think would fit the faux card catalog look. I could have cut off the bottom and rebuilt the base like I did with THIS side table, but I was going for a much quicker and easier makeover.
I removed all the dated hardware, including the two pulls on the side. This left me with a few holes that needed to be repaired.
I love how these little nightstands turned out and I'm so glad I didn't pass them up. They would make such a lovely addition to any bedroom and I know they will end up in a good home soon.
These look amazing! Seriously, I would not have the vision if I saw the originals. They look so so good! laura
ReplyDeleteGorgeous!! How long does it typically take you to finish a makeover? I have several half done furniture projects in my garage because I lost steam. :(
ReplyDeleteThank you! I hear ya. I have many half completed projects because I lost interest. Although, now I’m kind of forced to turn furniture around quickly since I have the booth. I’d say, a typical makeover takes between 2-3 days. It all depends on if I need to make repairs or if more than 2-3 coats of paint is needed.
DeleteDo you use a brush or a foam brush to apply your paint.
ReplyDeleteI use a 2 1/2" Purdy paint brush to paint most of my furniture.
DeleteOMG I LOVE this!! I have a dresser of a similar style, gives me so many ideas!
ReplyDeleteYay, I'm so glad the makeover helped to inspire you!
DeleteOh my- these are just gorgeous!!! Very nice job!!
ReplyDeleteFabulous make over! I love them handles and the color. They work well together. Thanks for the inspiration. I’m a novice with plans to make over a 3 drawer dresser into a entertainment center for a small and seldom used (family room) tee vee. Your post is informative and the visuals help too.
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