Refinished Secretary

Patti McColl
SarahM
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I bought this @ a Habitat Restore. The Desk would not open due to someone trying to pry it open. Paid $40 for it.

Repaired broken desk, deglossed very well. Then I painted with London and used walnut gel stain on wood insert on the doors and drawer handles. I could not find the correct size handles so I put the wood rectangles over the holes and added the knobs. I bought the knobs from Hobby Lobby. To finish the piece I added Fable Leaf wallpaper. I added the Top Coat sealer to the desk top only. Very pleased with the outcome!
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Finished piece

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Finished piece open

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Before (broken desk and base)

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Took out letter/drawer cubbies to paint

Techniques Used
  • Brush & Roll
  • Doors On
  • Repaired
Materials Used
Qty
Tool Trio, Heirloom Traditions ALL-IN-ONE Paint
1
London (green gray), Heirloom Traditions All-In-One Paint
1
32oz Quart
Walnut ALL-IN-ONE Stain for wood, leather and painted surfaces
1
8oz
Deglosser / Degreaser ( Surface Prep ), Heirloom Traditions All-In-One Paint
1
16oz Pint
Water Resistant Sealer, 16oz: Shower, Tile, Floor & Counter Coating
1
Satin
Total Cost: $158.93
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