My mom and I totally made over my college desk! This thing cost $100 dollars and has been a big part of my home since college…
It was time for a makeover in order to be a part of the Multi Purpose room!
Here is the room inspiration:
Before:
see the ring stain…that was there when we bought it, and the reason it has the stained checkered pattern…
Taking the desk apart…
The drawer has been broken since the day I bought it, and it was always a little wobbly…the bf and mama helped fix both of these issues!
Sanding…
I sanded the entire piece lightly…just make sure you can not feel any ridges
Here is the spray paint we used:
Spray painting…
Put the legs back on the base and begin the spray pain process. I used Rust- Oleum brand oil based spray paint…the entire desk took 3 cans. The trick to spray paint is s l o w and steady. Let the layers dry in between and spray at least 18in. away from the object!
After:
Update: The desk got another addition…HERE is that tutorial!
Multi Purpose Room Update:
DIY Grommet Curtains
Comments & Reviews
What a transformation! Love the color you chose. Can't wait to see what shelving you choose to go with it.
Nice work! I actually like the sanded down top of the desk too. Looks like a Ballard wall hanging. :d
Love the shape of the legs – what a fabulous piece! Great color choice too! Great makeover! Thanks so much for joining The Sunday Showcase. I greatly appreciate it! Hope you have a wonderful week! ~ Stephanie Lynn
Wow, fabulous redo–worth the effort!
Nice project. I would love it if you would link this up in Modern Craftswoman Monday. Very well done. Rory
Love it! What color is that? I need to redo my desk and am really liking that color.
I love this! you did such a great job…that color is awesome!
You did a great job.
I love recycling things in my home.
I linked to the same party-
Stop by if you have time,
Laura
WOW!!! I love it..
Thanks for joining Get Your Craft on Thursday at Life As Lori. Please join me next week for another great party.
What color did you use? It's gorgeous!
Very pretty! It turned out great! 🙂
That is such a great colour! You both did a fabulous job. I love it!
Best wishes,
Natasha.
Oh, I love the lines of that table! So great. And the color is wonderful! Great job.
I so love furniture make-overs!
Love the desk/table from college.. so glad you kept it,, memories!
Sandy
What a transformation! Such a pretty color!
Very pretty! What a tranformation!
I love the color you used, it looks so cheerful and pretty.
Hello! What a remarkable transformation this was, I love it. Although I also loved the checkered board pattern it had, minus the circled stain, but it came out great. Anyway, I'm tagging behind from the Tuesday blog hop – but I made it here – and I'm your newest follower.
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Hi there — I'm here from the Boardwalk Bragfest. I love your project, but don't see a link on your post to the party. Please try again! Thanks!
Awww so cute! I love the color and it looks amazing! Thanks for linking it up to Hoo's got talent!
I love the results, it's absolutely awesome!! I think ikea is probably your best place for shelving… they have so many options!!
I'm really in the mood to restore items I already have. Its fun to see others projects.
PS found you on Night owl crafts
http://www.lifelovegreen.com/2010/05/holy-names-wall-hanging/
Hey cutie, you are up today! Thanks for being a Fabulous Friend! 🙂