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Post by Mel on Jun 9, 2023 13:42:54 GMT
So we have this table. It's an old dining table. It has been in a partially demo'd house that we were trying to flip. That turned out to be WAY too much for us and we basically quit, so it's just been sitting there, but I digress... I am trying to decide if it'd be worth it to "refinish" it to use in my new She-shed as my craft table/desk or just give it up and keep looking for something else. I think it might have a Formica top, but I'm not positive. WHAT do I need to do if I decide to refinish it? HELP!? I am a thrifty crafty person but this one is a bit above my head. Any products that y'all like or hate? Paint brands or types that I need to get? Attachments:
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Post by Mel on Jun 9, 2023 13:43:40 GMT
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lindas
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Post by lindas on Jun 9, 2023 14:04:11 GMT
I doubt that it’s a Formica top simply because of the visible stains. Looks more like a sheet of thin veneer. I would suggest you take the stuff off the top and take a few good pics then go to the paint store with them and ask what they recommend.
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Post by anniebeth24 on Jun 9, 2023 15:54:17 GMT
If it's sturdy, I would work with it. For an easy clean craft table (depending on types of crafts), you could lay a pretty fabric on top and get a piece of glass cut for it.
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Post by femalebusiness on Jun 9, 2023 15:56:58 GMT
I have refinished/painted a ton of old crappy furniture over my lifetime, mostly with success. My rule of thumb is what do I have to lose if I am going to throw the piece out anyway? A couple of dollars worth of paint? Try it.
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Post by StephDRebel on Jun 9, 2023 16:06:22 GMT
If you'll use ot just for crafting I wouldn't put a ton of effort into it. If the top is smooth I would probably use adhesive wallpaper on it and then cover with glass...or don't depending on preference.
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Post by mom on Jun 9, 2023 16:28:34 GMT
I, too, doubt it's formica on top. Probably veneer. I would buy me some chalk paint (or make some) and paint that baby right up. No real prep work needed. Then I would add some fabric or photos under a glass top and be done.
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Post by finaledition on Jun 9, 2023 17:42:47 GMT
My favorite furniture refinisher to watch on YouTube is Black Sheep House. She has videos of furniture in all kinds of condition and shares all the products she uses. I just did a console table and impressed myself 😃
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Post by callmenutz on Jun 10, 2023 3:24:43 GMT
If you are on Facebook, go to the Paint it Beautiful group. You will not believe what Fusion paint can do to old furniture! I redid a 50 year old bedroom set and it’s beautiful! It requires very little preparation, just a good cleaning and a light scuff sanding. It is self leveling and has a built in primer. A small jar for about $25 goes a long way.
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Post by FurryP on Jun 10, 2023 22:55:27 GMT
Mel , I would just sand it and paint it. No refinishing. Unless the top is damaged then I would probably get Home Depot to cut me a piece of wood to replace it. I looks like a nice, not too fussy table. I like it. Personally I think the glass for that size would be too pricey. Are you going to show us your she-shed when you are done? I remember you announcing your shed a few years ago, I think. I have been wondering about it.
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