Hello Friends,
Can you believe it’s already Week 4 of the One Room Challenge? I know! It’s totally crazy! And this week is one of my very favorite weeks because it’s all about furniture makeovers.
First know that I kept all of the pieces that I already had. They were all in perfect condition and name brand pieces made of solid wood. Their only sin was becoming blah and outdated.
But thanks to a box full of Fusion Mineral Paint and a boatload of elbow grease, each piece (Yes! all FIVE of them) is now fresh and new.
How to Paint Dining Room Furniture
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Say hello to the dining room table. 🙂
Can you see it mixed in there ~~~ in that sea of dark wood, bronze, and gold?
Oye.
Now say hello to the maker of all things new ~~ a box full of Fusion Mineral Paints and Waxes.
The Big Ooops!
If you DIY long enough, you’ll realize that nearly every story has an oops. Sometimes the oops is good and you just delightfully keep going. And sometimes the oops is a horrifying and you have to back up to regroup.
In the case of the dining room table, it was one of those totally horrifying and totally must regroup times.
And here’s why.
In the Spring One Room Challenge, I refinished a ton of accessories for the Great Room. And each one was grounded with this most awesome Fusion color called Algonquin. If you’re trying to blend old colors with new colors, it’s the perfect dark greige. I call it Fusion’s “chameleon” because it alters its shade depending on the lighting and surrounding colors.
Algonquin is used on the mirror makeover (photo below) and highlighted with Fusion’s Champlain paint and Espresso Wax. If you’d like to see the full makeover, please click here.
So naturally, I thought this color would be one of the great blenders for the dining room.
Wrong.
Wrong. Wrong. And wrong.
I was half-way through the first coat of Algonquin and stepped away from the table. And that’s when it hit me.
That horrifying moment.
Needless to say, an epic scramble to save my dining room table ensued. So much so that I didn’t even realize I didn’t take a picture until I started working on this post. Sorry about that. You’ll have to trust me on this one.
But, aside from the photoless Algonquin step, here’s what happened.
Getting Off the “OH! NO!” Cliff
First, let’s back up and remember that long before I started applying the Algonquin, the table was prepped.
Step 1 ~~ Prep
OK, so luckily my table was in pristine condition because this allowed for some easy and not usually available options.
To prep this table, all I had to do was:
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Wipe it down with a slightly damp cloth.
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No sanding was required for two reasons. There was no waxy build-up from furniture polishes AND the sealer from the factory was completely in tact. Had I been faced with either of these, sanding or stripping to remove the spent product and then resealing to prevent bleed from the mahogany would have been in order.
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But because this table was super-duper slick from the factory sealer, a coat of Fusion’s Ultra Grip was applied. It applies just like paint and gives a super-slick surface the grab it needs to hang on to the paint.
Step 2 ~~ Apply Algonquin Paint
After the Ultra Grip was allowed to dry (according to manufacturer’s directions), a coat of Algonquin was applied. Even though half-way through, I realized it was all wrong, I completed the table. The way I figured it, now I had a good solid base coat of paint over the Ultra Grip. And while it cured, I could figure out which way to go with the color.
Step 3 ~~ Apply Putty (color) Paint
Luckily, on this rare occasion, I had actually thought ahead and had a container of Fusion’s Putty on hand. Turns out, it is just like Algonquin, but on the light side. Putty is the “chameleon” of the light greige persuasion.
And two coats of Putty later, the table was done.
I will tell you that I buffed (not sanded) the table between the two coats of Putty. This step isn’t necessary to achieve a fabulous finish, but ever-so-gently buffing with a high-grit, worn-out sandpaper seems to add to the buttery, factory-finish created by the Fusion paint.
And just so you know that I didn’t waste the Algonquin application, I opted to do more of a dry brush of the Putty color inside the fret work. This created more dimension and depth so that the piece could marry up nicely with its darker cohorts.
Step 4 ~~ Huuuum. No.
Since Fusion paints are self-sealing, there is no step four. All you need to do is allow the paint to dry and then cure to its trademark rock-solid finish.
See what I mean? Isn’t this the perfect transition color between lights and darks, greiges and grays? Note that the deconstructed slipcover (photo below) is pretty much Algonquin. Funny how that color works on the fabric, but not on the table.
But more on that later.
For now, if you appreciate this makeover, please…PIN the photo below for later.
Resources
And Be Sure to Visit
More Dining Room Furniture Makeovers
Click this link –> How to Paint Fabric and Frame
BEFORE
AFTER
Click this link –> Console Table Makeover Using Fusion Metallics
BEFORE
This table was originally mahogany and had been painted a minty green color in a chalky-type paint.
For this makeover, metallic paint in two different colors was applied.
AFTER
Click this link –> Stationary Bar Using Fusion Paint and Wax
BEFORE
AFTER
Coming soon –> Outdated China Hutch Gets Unique Update
How to Sew A Destructured Slipcover (for the bench below)
How to Paint Faux Antique Brass Drapery Rods (for the rods shown below)
Hosts
And as always, many thanks to our wonderful hosts.
Linda from the blog, Calling It Home and House Beautiful magazine.
Please click here to see Featured Designers and here for Guest Participants
We appreciate you so much!
Resources
Fusion Mineral Paint website ~ https://fusionmineralpaint.com
Heather bundle compliments of ~ https://emoryvalleymercantile.com
An online shop for Farmhouse, Vintage, and French Country
THE DINING ROOM MAKEOVER
The Dining Room Makeover Plan – Week 1
How to Design Picture Frame Moulding – Week 2
Tips for Perfect Ceiling and Wall Paint – Week 3
How to Paint Dining Room Furniture – Week 4 (You are here)
How to Paint Faux Antique Brass Hardware – Week 5
How to Easily Paint Super Slick Surfaces – Week 6
Dining Room Reveal – Week 7
Outdated Bench Refresh – How to Paint the Fabric and Frame
Stationary Bar Cart Refresh – Using a Combo of Paint and Wax
Traditional Meets Trendy – Mahogany Console Table Makeover in Metallic Paint
Easily Add Gold Touches to Furniture and Accessories with Liquid Leaf
Spring 2017 ORC – Great Room Refresh
50 Comments
Ok, just wow and another few wows for good measure. What a lovely update! Getting rid of all the dark brought that beautiful design to life. I so desperately need to paint my dining table, now to get hubby on board 🙂
Hi Toni and thanks so much. You are always so encouraging! Together, we will wish for that hubby to come on board! XOXO
I am like that paint on your dining room table a whole lot right now!!! I will have to check it out. I usually use Annie Sloan but I love this color so much. Great job keep up you fantastic work my friend.
Hi Jen and thanks a million! It’s so sweet of you to stop by and leave such an encouraging comment.
oh that dining room table is BEAUTIFUL!! Love that it’s in a lighter color now and I have to find one for myself!
Hi Tim! Thanks so much. This table is about 30 years old so not sure where we’d find one. But if I do run across one, I’ll message you! Thanks again!
I absolutely LOVE the table color – it goes perfectly with everything else you have in the space so far. I can’t wait to see it all come together 🙂
Best,
Kelly
Hi Kelly and thanks, girl. You really know how to make my day! XO
What a difference! I love the lighter color of the table.
Hi Jeanie and thanks a million. I’m still not believing it’s the same table.
That table looks like you bought it that way!! Wonderful makeover my friend. I have ordered to some fusion mineral paint to try, I hope my project turns out as lovely as yours!!
Hi Susanne! I love Fusion paint so much. I have total confidence in you and the paint. Can’t wait to see. Thanks hun!
It’s fabulous!
Hi Connie and thanks so much!
The table looks fantastic! I am drooling over the sneak peek of the bench. I can’t wait to read more about it. It’s gorgeous!!
Hi Emy and thanks so much. I’ve been refinishing furniture in my foyer since July! Yep! Couldn’t use my front door until a few weeks ago. Hearing your sweet comment means so much and makes it all worth while. Thanks for such kind words of encouragement.
thats amazing that it doesn’t need a top coat!
I know! Right! It’s truly amazing paint. Thanks for stopping by!
Susie, the transformation is amazing!!!! Truly beautiful in the space.
Thanks Libbie. I hope everything comes together.
We have all had those Ooops moments, but thank goodness paint easily covers! I love the shade you ended up with…Gray is my new jam 🙂
Hi Mary and thanks! I totally agree. Gray is a great color!
The table color looks amazing, Susie! Such rich color and smooth finish. Looking forward to next week’s post!
Hi Tee and thanks so much. I’m trying to choose which DIY to share right now.
Your table looks splendid! I love the lighter putty shade and it pulled out all of the detail. You have become quite the expert painter. I can’t wait to see the slipcover. The final reveal is going to be amazing!
Nancy
Thanks Nancy! You’re the best!!!
too bad there was an oops moment! Totally terrifying! But it looks like it worked out in the end 🙂 love the new color!
Hi Colette and thanks so much!
That looks so much better! What beautiful detail the table has and now you can see it! Great job!
Thanks Jillian!!
I’ve never tried fusion paint. The table looks so good, you have me intrigued.
Hi Jenny, It’s one of my absolute all-time favs. Would love to hear what you think.
Well I have to say that the final results of the table makeover is nothing short of awesome! That color completely changes the looks and feel- so much more contemporary- and I love it!!
Thanks a million, Diane. Such a sweet compliment. Appreciate so much.
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I love how the table turned out, it looks great. I love re-purposing furniture with paint!!
Hey Sweet Friend and thanks so much! Your kindness is inspiring! Appreciate so much.
Susie the table looks gorgeous. It’s got such a striking profile, and the fresh paint just accents it!
Hi Ariel and thanks a million! Means so much coming from you! XOXO
Beautiful makeover Susie! Love how fresh & bright the room is now!
Hey Michelle and thanks a million! Agree! The fresh and bright is so much better! XO
The finish on the table looks fantastic!! Didn’t hurt that you had a great profile to work with either. It’s definitely not dated anymore!! Great job.
Hi Natasha and thanks a million! And you’re right about the table’s profile. I truly couldn’t believe my eyes as the paint begin to pop all that fret work.
Lovely!!! The table and bench are both gorgeous!!
Hi Jessica! Thanks girl!
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