Refreshed Vintage Drexel Tables

by Colleen

I found these gorgeous tables for a steal on Craig's List. Unfortunately, they were covered in gray/blue paint. Wait until you see what was under that paint.

refreshed vintage drexel tables, painted furniture

I sold the tables before I started the restoration process. The buyer chose a white body with stained drawers. I love this classic combination with brass details.

The brass campaign-style hardware is perfectly aged.

The original details didn't survive paint removal, but you can see the original beauty.

After the paint was completely removed, I applied General Finishes Java Gel Stain to the drawers.

The brass 'X Base' is actually made of wood, and had been spray painted matte gold. I used a brass plate and duck as a guide to make the gold look like genuine aged brass, using a mix of black and gold Rub N Buff. (I'll post about this process soon!)

Before & after!

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Briana on Apr 14, 2016
Quick question: What did you use to strip the paint from the tables? Lovely job, perfect eye candy. :) Thanks for the post.

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Diena Cameron on Apr 17, 2016
I agree with everyone, beautiful job ! Could you recommend a good cleaner for brass ? I have a beautiful clawfoot tub brass soapdish, the kind that hangs over the side of the tub. It's beautiful in its aged patina but I'm finding i would rather have it shine like a new baby's bottom .) rather than look old and dirty. Thanks so much for sharing your project.

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Keemee on Apr 15, 2016
They are GORGEOUS!!!! I love these tables. Great job!

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Sandy Hartnett on Apr 29, 2016
How beautiful now! Hugs

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