Hello! This lovely piece started out very dark and traditional looking. The color + beautiful soft brass hardware really updated this piece to something much more modern. Here is a look inside this makeover:
BEFORE
Photo courtesy of previous owner. This piece is solidly made. It's by a brand called Munire...American made, solid wood, smooth gliding dovetail drawers. Really well built! But in need of an update...
DESIGN PLAN
SAND, PRIME AND PAINT
With how well made this piece was, the base is all integrated into the structure so removing any of it just didn't seem like a good idea. I also felt like it was well balanced as it was. If I simplified the legs at all, it would look too top heavy. So...I kept it the way it was made! Which meant I could jump to sanding, priming with a high quality primer, and two coats of Benjamin Moore Dark Olive. Sealed with a matte finishing wax and what a difference!
A good thorough cleaning and update on the hardware (good solid brass) and it's now time to....
STAGE AND SELL
Such a lovely piece! I do love a good makeover :-). I hope you enjoyed this post and feel inspired to turn something you have into something you love!
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