I love a good bargain just like I am sure you do. I really love when things are free and Mr. DD shagged them from the side of the road and brings them home. This is where this 3 tier shelf unit came from, the side of the road.
In its current state, I would not want it in my home either, but she does have potential. A little #GorillaGlue and paint will give this 3 tier shelf a new purpose and home.
This is my handy trick to paint spindles. They already have the screws attached, so I just screw them into a 2×4 scrap wood and paint away.
I made my own chalk-like paint, you can find my recipe I use by clicking on the Chalk-like paint link. I used my new love color by Sherwin Williams #SW7052.
Once the 2 coats of Chalk-like paint dried, I knew this piece needed some more color to make her stand out in a room. I decided to use a dry brush technique and apply Minwax water based stain. I choose the color, coffee.
Adding the stain deepened the color and gave the piece more charter.
Took her to the shop and she found a new home! I am looking forward to the weather warming up so I can get outside and paint all those pieces in my garage that are wanting a new life.
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Julie says
Thank you!!! I found one of these at the Habitat for Humanity Restore this weekend, and my husband was not a big fan. Just wait until he sees the transformation. You have given me hope for this to be a treasure!!
Designed Decor says
Hi Julie, Paint gives these outdated pieces and new life. I am sure your husband will let you use it once he sees that transformation you will give to the shelf. Good luck with your project and I would love to see the transformation!
lydiaf says
I’m impressed. From the before photo I figured poor shelf was beyond redemption! Stopping by from DBB 🙂
Designed Decor says
Lydiaf, I always try to see the good in these old worn out pieces! Thanks for stopping over!
Sarah Fuller says
Such a tremendous difference without being overly complicated to do. Thanks.
Designed Decor says
Sarah, That is what I like, simple transformations!
Terry says
What a brave girl you are to use water based stain. It ruins every piece that I have ever used it on and now only use glaze I make for oil based stain. With that said, I love how this piece turned out. Wish my Hubby would bring home pieces like this!!!
Designed Decor says
Terry, I figured what did I have to lose? I just used that same stain on a tabletop, so far so good. I would love to know the glaze recipe you make. Thanks for stopping over!