Vintage desk makeover

Painted furniture makeovers are a fun way to refurbish vintage furniture, add character to your home, and explore your creative side!

A two toned chalk paint desk redo. I don’t know about your wallet but mine is still pretty empty from the Christmas season. I feel like it happens every year – we go overboard and then we’re broke and trying to catch up all January long. I tried doing that whole money saving thing last year …

A Goodwill found vintage teacher's desk gets a (no paint) makeover!

So, I picked this piece up from the Habitat Restore to give a facelift for an art show. The projects are to be auctioned off to benefit our local Habitat for Humanity! I walked the whole store a few times, but this piece spoke to me. I love it when that happens. 😊 Here she is...sitting in the restore, hoping that somebody can see the potential. I could totally see it!! A little updating and a whole new life... After wiping down with a damp rag, the sanding begins! I love using an orbit…

THIS PIECE HAS SOLD & REMAINS IN MY SHOP AS A PORTFOLIO PIECE *** This solid wood antique desk/vanity has received a grand makeover. Quite frankly, she’s unrecognizable! Hours of work were poured into her, but she was well worth it! Once all repairs were complete, this beautiful piece was refinished using Country Chic Paint in Dark Roast. A stubborn layer of veneer was removed from the top and the solid wood surface was sanded smooth, wood bleached and re-stained using a combination of…

Here are the basics on how to hand paint furniture like a pro. I like to use latex paint, as it has held up the best against my kids over the last 4 years.

It feels like forever since I have done a proper furniture makeover, so I'm feeling very giddy with my latest project: a French Provincial vanity makeover!

If you happen to find a vintage desk in your local thrift store or flea market you'll want to grab one for your home office. This creative color combo is beautiful so check out the before and after photos for some upcyling inspiration. #diy #desk #makeover

This before and after desk makeover will blow you away. Learn how you can transform outdated pieces of furniture with this furniture painting tutorial from Jennie at Roots & Wings Furniture. #rootsandwingsfurniture #deskmakeover #paintedfurnituretechniques #paintedfurnituretutorial #furnituretransformation

Vintage Hepplewhite desk makeover using Fusion Mineral Paint in "Ash" and General Finishes antique walnut gel stain with original hardware.