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How to Paint Vintage Metal Chairs
I have had these chairs for years. They were old when I got them! I have painted them several times, but the paint just chips right off. This time, I took all of the right steps to make that paint hold on tight!
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Thank you for this info. I have the glider and chair from my childhood and one chair from my ...»
Painting: To Paint or Not
I have a vintage iron chaise white with some rust. and a glass top table to match. Do I paint it? If so what color? I'm torn and need help with the decision. I'm open for all suggestions, it's in good shape with nice wheels
Thanks.
Frankie
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This is beautiful whatever color you choose you will be able to love it for years to come! I ...»
Book Page Entryway Walls
Our entryway had cheap, old, ugly paneling which made for a unpleasant entry into the house. Rather than tear it out and replace it, I covered the walls with vintage dictionary pages. See the before, during and after in the blog post.
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Love it! Being an avid reader, this is what I need to do in my back foyer!
Painting: Vintage Chaise What Color to Paint
Should I paint this it's original white? I also have a glass top table to match. In great shape and the chaise has good wheels. Would it be best in a nice white enamel or a color? The ironwork on the arms and foot of the chaise are great.
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What a find! You might want to pick out your cushions first because you will find there is a ...»
Friday Favorite DIY Projects Roundup!
Today I posted my favorite furniture and DIY projects that I came across this week. You can check out my blog to see the full post :)
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such inspiration! thank you! xo
DIY Projects: How to clean and preserve that aged chipped paint on wood?
I've come across some of that really "nice" wood that has been painted and is now chipped and wonderful!! But how do you clean it without knocking off the chipping, and then preserve it? Thanks!!
How To: Paint A Dining Table With Oil Based Paint
Hi Everyone! I shared my step by step on how I stripped, primed, and painted my dining room table today. Check out all the details on the blog.
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Wonderful tutorial, Shavonda! You really made it easy for anyone considering a similar project.
Fun Rustic Beach Signs From Reclaimed Fence Wood
I collected a lot of fence wood from curbside when we lived in the Panhandle of Florida. Hurricanes play heck with fencing along with everything else. When we moved back to our home in
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What a wonderful idea! so cute. Thank you for sharing!
An Old Globe Gets an Ombre Make-over
I've made over this globe several times now. That's the beauty of paint, right? http://www.thevspotblog.com/2013/05/an-easy-...
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Thanks Terri J