I got this coffee table for $25 off of Craigslist! It had a lot of wear on the edges and water damage spots on the top but I loved the look of it and had to get it. We've had it for 3 months and I finally dragged it outside to work on.
Here she's all sanded and primed ready for paint!
HERE'S THE PROCESS:
Sand all surfaces
Prime
1st coat of paint
Sand with 220 grit
2nd coat of paint
Sanded & Distressed with 220 grit
1st coat of Ceramithane Clear Coat
Sanded with 550 grit
2nd coat of Ceramithane Clear Coat
It took me probably 7 hours to complete over 2 days and lots of messes to clean up... but the end result is worth it!
Cost: I already had everything but probably $25 for the products.
Let's hope the kids don't draw all over the top with their markers anytime soon or gouge it with scissors (that's wishful thinking)...
Labels: DIY, furniture, restoration, tutorial
