Wednesday, April 14, 2010

Turquoise Dresser Revamp

Do you remember this $10 dresser????

Well after a coat of primer, paint and glaze, and a little bit of sanding. Here she is now. I used it as a buffet table in my dining room.

I love the color, the curvy lines, the glaze, and the antique handles. This bottom pict is more true to the color.
I'm not quite done, but I couldn't wait to show you. We (well probably my hubby) will add a shelf or two in the open area. I think I might re-spray the handles in an oil rubbed bronze to tie more of the dark tones into this area. She is coming along so nicely though.

If you want to revamp an old piece of furniture don't be scared. It's so easy.
Here are the steps.
1. Prime- I use Kilz water based primer, only $15 a gallon with tons left for many more projects.
2. Paint- I used a brush in the corners and a roller in the flat areas. The color I choose was Valspar's Seafoam.
3. Sand edges.

4. Glaze. This step was kinda intimidating to me, but it was soo easy and makes a huge difference. It really makes the detail stand out and tones down the color. Brush glaze into corners and over flat surface. Then lightly wipe down with a damp cloth. Keep repeating until it is dark enough.
Before the wipe down.

After the wipe down.



I plan on doing something different with the table display & picture. What would you do? I am thinking about flanking the dresser/buffett with a few chairs to add length to this wall and to balance out the room better.

On another note. I rehung the $10 mirror at the end of the table, across from the windows to brighten and expand the room. Looks great here.

56 comments:

  1. What an incredible look for a ten dollar dresser - I love it... thank you so much for the step by step!

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  3. Great job on this dresser! You know what I would do? I would take that $10 mirror and hang it above that dresser. I love the combination of this blue and black. I would leave the silver and then bring in some white candles or vases in clusters. I think it would really make it pop! Thank you for sharing!

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  4. wow!!! i LOVE this transformation! i am always a sucker for turquoise and french, so put them together and it's pure love. i did a similar color on a french piece- come visit me at primitiveandproper.blogspot.com
    ok, going to stop commenting so i can start following!

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  5. Great job on the transformation. It looks great!

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  6. It's beautiful! Love the shade of blue.

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  7. What kind of glaze did you use? I can not get the glazing part down!! ahh! so beautiful! can't wait to start following your blog!

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  8. You are so clever. I have a couple of pieces I need to work on but furniture is, well, intimidating. Perhaps I'll give it a go when the sun comes out. Thanks for sharing your 'new' piece.

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  9. I love it!!! I wish you still lived by me...i have a TON of projects i have been working on, and i would love your suggestions/opinion:)

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  10. oh my this dresser is heavenly, i think chairs are a great idea. a pretty object below would be cute too.
    hugs,
    olivia

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  11. Oh my gosh...I love the color you chose to refinish!!! Beautiful work.

    I've been a domestic goddess this week ...making new SOUTHWEST CURTAIN TIE-BACKS Stop by for a visit and viewing if you can find time! Have a great weekend.

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  12. I am so jealous of your fabulous find! It looks great!

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  13. This turned out great! Love the color you used! I'm a new follower! ~Marcy

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  14. Love this makeover! I usually prefer things white but I really like the color you chose!!

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  15. Ooooh it's very pretty, and $10.00....what a find!

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  16. That's beautiful work! I love the color! I wish I could find that for $10!

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  17. This looks great. I'm scared of glaze too. I'll use it one day soon, though. Love the color!

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  18. Absolutely stunning!!! Love what you did - very inspiring. Hope to find my own $10 dresser soon.

    Jen @ Noting Grace

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  19. That is so pretty. I can't believe it was only $10. I am psyching myself up to paint my china cabinet, so thanks for your detailed instructions - they'll be very helpful.

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  20. Your dresser looks great! What a find, I love the color you gave it.
    Joy

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  21. This looks great! I love the color! The chairs sound like a nice idea, and don't forget to add a lamp. : )

    Visiting from SNS.

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  22. Love how this came out! It really looks great. I think adding chairs is a wonderful idea. I would probably hang the picture to add a little height. It's really a lovely space. Good job.
    -FringeGirl

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  23. What a great job. I love the color. Come over and visit me at www.mydeartrash.blogspot.com and have a great day.

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  24. Great job on the antiquing, I love the color.

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  25. Great Job!! I am your newest follower! Please join my first Twice Owned Tuesday party at
    http://creatingahouseofgrace.blogspot.com/2010/04/twice-owned-tuesday-party-1.html
    Bonnie

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  26. It's so gorgeous! I'm subscribing, so I can keep up with your projects. I am currently shopping around for a buffet, and something to use as a TV stand. And I have some end tables that would be so fab with the treatment you gave this buffet/dresser!

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  27. I love it! It looks just like a table I built a couple of weeks ago. :)
    you did a great job
    gail

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  28. That turquoise color really makes your dresser pop! Good job, I love it.

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  29. Simply gorgeous! I love the color.
    ~Tana

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  30. wow!! and just $10?!? you did an AMAZING job!!

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  31. I loooove that color! What a beautiful buffet! Fantastic job!

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  32. I swinging over from DIY day, and I love the color you picked!! It looks so great!! I also love the curvy edges it has, adds so much detail! Great job!

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  33. Bee-You-Tee-Full! I love the blue! I have become a follower and would be honored if you choose to do the same!

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  34. Great color! And fabulous price! You made it look lovely.

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  35. This turned out lovely! It reminds me of a piece I refinished. I stained instead of painted. Have a look for yourself. They are very similar. http://www.thediyspot.com/2009/06/a-sideboard-reborn/

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  36. Beautiful! Love the color and piece, great distressing job. And that mirror? GORGEOUS!

    New follower!
    -Ann Marie

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  37. The dresser is beautiful....I've always loved that color...Great job!!

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  38. my favorite color!!! its gorgeous!

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  39. Hi Danielle,
    Your dresser looks fabulous!! I love the color. I just found you through My Romantic Home and I love your blog site! I am now a faithful follower! Stop by and visit me if you have a chance.
    Have a great weekend.
    Sincerely,
    Melinda
    Alabaster Rose Designs

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  40. I happen to like the handles as they are, but what ever you choose it will look very nice. The blue color is stunning and it always amazes me what a little paint can do. Great job.

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  41. Danielle,
    it is a piece to love, and most of all the price makes you love it that much more!!
    It looks great with items arranged on it a real show piece.
    The side opening can also be used as a focal area for french style stacking baskets by adding a shelf in it.

    will see you soon.
    ~Dore'~

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  42. Sweet! I think the oil-rubbed bronze is a lovely idea for the handles.

    Have a great week!

    : )

    Julie M.

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  43. It turned out beautifully! I've been wanting to do the same thing for a dresser I have. I may use your color.

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  44. I just wanted to let you know that I gave you an award on my blog today!
    http://creatingahouseofgrace.blogspot.com/2010/05/twice-owned-queen-award.html
    Bonnie

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  45. I love your "new" dresser - fabulous makeover! Coming over from BNOTP and a happy new follower!

    Jeanine

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  46. SOOOO pretty and yes I think the antique bronze handles would make it just perfect!

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  47. who woulda' thunk a beat up dresser could be a beautiful buffet. VERY impressive!!!!!

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  48. So Cute! Maybe you could add a book shelf in the free space...

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  49. Love it. I just acquired a desk & hutch from our neighbors (pulled it from their trash pile while they were gone) & this paint technique would be perfect. I've never tried glaze before, but I'll take your word for it that it's easy & forge ahead. Thanks for the inspiration!

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  50. I love the color and distressing on this piece! You did a wonderful job...and you and your helper look so cute working on it.

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  51. Gorgeous...great job! I'm here from the blog hop! So glad to have found you! I like the idea of darkening the handles but it's awesome! Thanks for the painting tips!
    Beth
    http://www.rubysupcycledesigns.com

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  52. Just to be clear, you didn't have to sand it before painting? I want to paint my daughter's dresser and trying to see exactly how to do it. Thanks!
    shuttermom77 at gmail dot com
    The dresser I have it similar to this one but has a door where yours it empty.

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