Asked on Sep 23, 2014
What would you do with these end tables to update them with paint
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Debra
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I want to paint these tables to update them as I will be selling them at a flea market, but I just am at a loss as to what to do with them. Is there anyone who paints furniture for resale that can help me with my dilemma. They just aren't talking to me if you know what I mean.
Side View
Front View
Cushman marker on underside
27 answers
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Hi @Debra! We have a lot of customers that paint these exact kinds of tables with our stencils. This is a recent stencil project using our Eastern Lattice Moroccan Stencil. Hope this helps!
Royal Design Studio
on Sep 23, 2014
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Love the stencils! Buy some chalk paint, or mix your own, if you have any latex paint in a nice color. chalk paint would make these look great. Besides, these are very useful pieces, maybe someone just needs a nice clean end table! Go to town!
Linda Weeks
on Sep 23, 2014
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Painting would not hurt these, but they would be pretty with a dark Old English oil rubdown and leave them as is. I still like this style because the lamp is always out of the way and sits a little taller so you can read beside it.
Jeanette S
on Sep 23, 2014
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I'm usually pretty quick to recommend chalk paint, but I think these would do nicely if you do a light sanding then re-stain and poly. I like this style too.
Frankie Laney
on Sep 23, 2014
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I have something similar to this but the bottom piece isn't as long. I took the legs off and set it on top of a small square wooden box. This gave me more space to put stuff and brought it higher off the ground so I could reach it. it's in great shape so I didn't have to paint it. I'm happy with it.
PM
on Sep 23, 2014
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If you're reselling it, it's best to leave it as is, or refinish it with respect to it's original state. Cushman Furniture is very well made, it would be a shame to paint it, as it would lose value. This particular table is made of solid Maple. You might want to check out this link. Granted this is an asking price, but if you check the link after this, you can see what a small milking stool sold for. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Cushman-Step-End-Table-Colonial-Creations-Red-Maple-Wood-Two-Level-Lamp-Table-/191341474613?pt=US_Tables&hash=item2c8cd73335 Milking stool. http://www.ebay.com/itm/VINTAG-ANTIQUE-CUSHMAN-COLONIAL-CREATIONS-FOOT-STOOL-MILKING-STOOL-9038-1950S-/181488506238?pt=Antiques_Furniture&hash=item2a418ed57e
Z
on Sep 23, 2014
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I paint and resale furniture. I know right now in time, restoring furniture back to the wood is not selling in our shop. People are wanting painted pieces. I know the wood lovers do not want to hear that, but I said it. I would take the recommendation from Royal Design Studios to stencil it.
117135
on Sep 23, 2014
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Use chalk paint and go with colors that you will be using in your house where this will be sitting. Don't be afraid to be bold with the color choice if you always use neutrals.
Southern Couture
on Sep 24, 2014
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Since you want to sell them you might consider staining the stencil with a darker stain instead of paint. Then it would fit any décor.
Laurie
on Sep 24, 2014
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I would lightly sand, stain, wallpaper the sides and finish the whole thing with a sealer. Gives the piece a pop but keeps the clean lines.
Tris Smith
on Sep 24, 2014
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If you're going to paint, I'd stay with black with gold underlay or trim.
Gno336171
on Sep 24, 2014
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I would use Chalk paint & distress the edges. The ivory color or one of the other neutrals would appeal to most. I also love the teal color available. You can google chalk paint to see how easy it is.
Terry Kennedy
on Sep 24, 2014
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I actually have a table like this. When I put together my nursery I cleaned it up and then distressed it to give it a cuter look. I would go with a lighter color (like cream) and then distress it with dark walnut stain. Then advertise it as a nursery table. I have mine right beside the rocking chair in my nursery and it is great for my small lamp and a few bed time story books. Not to mention the nights I've spent rocking a colicky baby with a glass of water there beside me!
Andrea
on Sep 24, 2014
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i think i would sand it, stain i8t a darker color
Bonnie Lee Spencer
on Sep 24, 2014
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Use AnnieSloan chalk paint...no sanding necessary, just wipe off furniture piece, pick the colour off the chalk paint charts. Google her instructions..it's easy and fun. Use her wax as instructed...it will last forever.
Sad540662
on Sep 24, 2014
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those are beautiful old tables why spoil the beauty of the wood with paint, sand and oil them with tunge oil
Margaret
on Sep 24, 2014
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Use home made chalk paint then use dark wax . I learn how on pintrest love it
Mona Banta
on Sep 24, 2014
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I have one similar and I am going to build on top of it and make a wonderful jewelry armoire. I considered attaching a long mirror with maybe a side panel with hooks for scarfs and hats etc, and setting in in the entry. I still might..or look for another one. When I first got it felt like an odd piece to redo until my imagination got into gear.
Jamie
on Sep 24, 2014
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Do yourself a favor and stay away from those you tube instructional videos for the most part. If you are going to invest in high quality chalk paint, go to your local dealer of chalk paints or milk paints and they either have classes and/or they will be happy to answer any and all questions. Some chalk paint stores even have videos on their websites. It's worth the time and money.
Janet koons
on Sep 24, 2014
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To answer your question, I find Annie Sloan is easiest for me to work with. I have a table like this that I am working on now. I'm doing a rather earthy tone paint and probably will use some gilding as trim, freehand. I am not an expert, but I do enjoy painting and creating as I go along, so I don't really know what I'm going to do until I get there. Enjoy! Would love to see your finished creation. My shop is called Tampa Tweaks.
Janet koons
on Sep 24, 2014
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Why does everyone want to distress things all of the time AND why PAINT everything? Stain on wood is so nice!
ShirleyB
on Sep 24, 2014
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make your own chalk paint and deep wax it
Kay cook
on Sep 25, 2014
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Anne Sloan check paint is way to expensive when you can make your own. I turn a 10.00 garage item into 100.00 piece with 2.00 worth of paint and plaster of paris.
Mona Banta
on Sep 25, 2014
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Now show us the after!!! I would love to see!! Thanks!
Barbara P
on Oct 10, 2014
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You have a great table there - the label stating where it was made is a plus for resale value. I would use chalk paint in a light color (ivory/cream) and maybe do a transer on the top or a pretty stencil.
Lynn
on Oct 11, 2014
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thank you , if you did a transfer could you also tell me what kind you would do as these will probably go into someones living room. That is were I am getting lost, as to what type (picture if you will) to put on it. I know that it would need something other then just the paint. I appreciate your in put. Thank you
Debra
on Oct 11, 2014
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The label stating where it was manufactured will be a great selling point. I bought an old (I thought) knitting chair once and when my husband was unloading it for me, the first thing he saw was a label stating "made in Taiwan." I never have felt the same about the chair. Be sure to leave the label on. My chair is nice, sturdy, etc. but I like good ole American products. And furniture made in Vermont is great. As of yet, I have not used chalk paint, but intend to do so before too long. I just use paint, and a protective coat of poly.
Gloria tulip
on Jan 06, 2015
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