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Here's what I started with:
The finish was tacky in some spots and worn off in others.
We got this table and two chairs as a wedding gift 33 years ago. We bought two more chairs to finish the set. They were unfinished wood and the table has 2 leaves. Bruce wanted it to be Dark Walnut and I wanted Pecan. He won. :o) Thus the set ended up with a dark walnut stain. One leaf never quite matched - it was always a little lighter than the rest of the table.
Then I refinished it about 15 or more years ago. I tried to lighten the color but it didn't work. Eventually, we bought a bigger table and this one went up in the attic. Our son used it one year but it came back when he moved back home - again it went into storage.
But the big table wasn't comfortable so I sold it and we brought this one back into the dining room. I cleaned it and threw a tablecloth over it to hide the now yucky finish.
I finally decided it was time to tackle it and I got Bruce to help me take it out to the garage. I sanded the top, stained it Espresso (Minwax), added a second coat of stain, then sealed it with three coats of semi-gloss polyurethane.
The base and chairs got painted with a DIY chalk paint using Behr's Studio Taupe in a flat finish. I used white unsanded grout (2 TBLS of grout, 2 TBLS water mixed well then 1 cup of paint mixed in). It covers nicely and dries fast. A light distressing then clear and dark wax. Love it!
I'm so happy with how it turned out! It went from blah to wow and I love it all over again!
Here's the side by side comparison:
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Love it! I love 'two tones' and like dark wood with light, so I love this. Can't wait to see what you use for host chairs too.
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Thank you! It turned out just the way I pictured it. I hope you come back tomorrow to see the host chairs. I'm getting ready to recover the seats this afternoon!
DeleteYou did a great job on the refinish. I love the color and distressing. Can't wait to see the host chairs :)
ReplyDeleteYou did a wonderful job on the table and chairs, I'll be back to see all your fall decor and host chairs!
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I love the color! Great job!
ReplyDeleteOh, I am so envious, Cecelia! My dining room table is over 45 years old and is sticky, scratched and overall yucky! I've been on the fence about doing something to it and seeing your results have really inspired me. I love how yours look - you did an awesome job!
ReplyDeleteSorry for misspelling your name, Cecilia!
DeleteThat looks just GREAT. The top really took a finish beautifully! It just glows. Love the chairs and table base, too. Great job. I'll be back to see it all gussied up! xo Diana
ReplyDeleteI know that was a whole lotta hard work. It looks fantastic!! This is exactly what I was considering doing to our dining room table and chairs. GREAT BIG table and 6 chairs. I left it as is and so far I'm happy with it. Time will tell!
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DeleteThe table was actually pretty easy...the chairs, not so much. It is a lot of work which is one reason it took me so long to get around to doing it. I finally just made myself do it and I couldn't be happier with the outcome!
Love it Cecilia! That's what I want to do to my table as well. I love the dark stained top and the lighter base! One day I will tackle mine! Can't wait to see tomorrow's post! Have a blessed Wednesday.
ReplyDeleteHugs, Vicky
Oh Cecilia - it turned out just gorgeous ! And the dark stained table top was the perfect decision -
ReplyDeleteI went backwards so I've seen the host chairs as well - what a beautiful job ( LOVE the fabric )
Bruce must be so thrilled?
XOX
Not sure if you remember but I stained my wood table a while ago and like you, love how it turned out. Your finish came out stunning! So smooth and such a lovely color! Isn't it nice to give new life to something that you've had for so long but we're never quite happy with? Now I'm sure you are, as you should be. It looks great, and the fabric chairs will be the crowning jewel.
ReplyDeleteThis is a great make over for your set. And you really want to be able to use things that you love. I also have one that looks similar and have been starting at it for months now, you just might inspire me to go for it!
ReplyDeleteHi Cecilia! :)
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh, it looks amazing...I love the color you chose and I have always loved the espresso stain, I have used that before.
But what I love the most is that it was a set you got for a wedding gift, that is what means the most to me!
Great job, it's gorgeous!
Kimberley
I love the espresso stain too. It is richer than the walnut stain that was on the table before. We have really gotten lots of use out of ithe table and it is special to us. I'm glad I was able to give it new life. Thanks!
DeleteCecilia, you did such a great job--love the new color! Thanks so much for sharing your recreated project at Vintage Charm! Hugs, Cecilia
ReplyDeleteCecilia, it's gorgeous! The color is perfect! Thanks for sharing. You are one of the features at The Round-Up from the Before & After Wednesday party at The Dedicated House. Here is the link so you can check out your feature. http://www.thededicatedhouse.com/2015/10/the-round-up-from-before-after-wednesday_20.html Hope to see you again tonight at the party! Have a lovely rest of the week. Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful dining room table and chairs. I love it!
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