Refresh a Buffet Sideboard with Paint and Stain
Let me show you how to wake up a tired, worn and dirty buffet.
I have a theory.
If it’s all wood, you can save it!
Small Buffet Makeover with Paint
So when I saw this piece, I knew
that it would be ok. I wish you could see the top better (cell phone pic) it was scratched like nobody’s business.
- I sanded and sanded and sanded some more and then I scrubbed it clean.
- Next I stained the top with Kona stain. And then I cracked open a can of Maison Blanche in Chloe and painted the base with 2 coats of paint.
I got excited about the way my little green friend was turning out.
With a top so rich, I knew her hardware had to oil rubbed bronze!
- Distressed and waxed with dark wax she’s ready for her debut.
Meet Miss Chloe!
This is how to makeover a buffet with paint.
She feels so much better 😉
Sharing: Thistle Wood
Colleen says
September 20, 2015 at 12:22 amLove the green color. Such a fresh update
Colleen says
February 17, 2015 at 12:55 pmQuick question, did you paint using a brush or using a spray gun?
Debbie says
February 17, 2015 at 7:25 pmThanks Colleen, I used a paint brush.
Sheila says
January 25, 2015 at 6:11 pmBeautiful! Love the color
Debbie says
September 19, 2014 at 2:42 pmI love this buffet I have one that is similar to it…..now I am thinking it is time to update it!!!
Susan says
July 20, 2014 at 10:10 pmYour dresser turned out great and I love that color!
Kristen says
January 15, 2014 at 11:04 amI love how you made it new again, but kept it’s old-fashioned style in place too. It’s gorgeous!
Pat Good says
December 5, 2013 at 11:31 amSimply beautiful!!!!!!!!!!!! Just starting chalk painting and need to wax some pieces. I have some light and dark soft wax but not sure how much to use, no instructions! Could use a little help please and thanks.
Deborah says
December 5, 2013 at 10:21 amDebbie ~ I love it!!! You are so creative! I see that the hinges are painted green. How did you get make the hinges not stick when opening?
Debbie says
December 5, 2013 at 10:33 amHey Deborah, after the paint dries, just open and close the doors several times and then apply the wax. Because the piece is distressed, the part that comes off just looks like it happened naturally. Thanks!
Deborah says
December 5, 2013 at 11:06 amAwesome! I appreciate your answer. Have a wonderful day!
Carrie says
December 5, 2013 at 7:54 amI love it I have a simial cabnet with the hutch 🙂 what color paint is that? and what kind of wax did you use? Thank you for inspiration!!!!
Debbie says
December 5, 2013 at 9:11 amHey Carrie, I use Maison Blanche furniture wax. Thank you!
Valerie says
December 4, 2013 at 11:41 pmChloe looks great . I love this color too, I painted my porch this color a few years ago !
Debbie says
December 5, 2013 at 9:12 amThank you so much!
L H says
December 4, 2013 at 11:50 pmThat is beautiful!
Debbie says
December 5, 2013 at 9:13 amThank you!
Amelia says
December 4, 2013 at 11:45 pmWhat is dark wax
Debbie says
December 5, 2013 at 9:13 amIt is a wax made by Maison Blance, especially for furniture!
Nicole says
November 10, 2013 at 10:20 pmThis is beautiful when you were finished! Loved all the choices. I am currently redoing some old dressers for our room, and I was wondering, with the stain and the paint, did you put any type of clear coat on them afterwards? My boyfriend got a clear finish (spray) and was just wondering if that is normal. Never refinished anything before.
Michelle/ Simple Pleasures says
October 17, 2013 at 9:54 pmI would have never thought to go with that green but boy do I LOVE it! Great job!
xoxo
Debbie says
October 18, 2013 at 8:28 amThanks Michelle 🙂
tricia says
October 17, 2013 at 5:45 pmThis is just lovely!
Crystelle says
October 17, 2013 at 2:50 pmSooooooo pretty! I love the makeover, and the color you chose…. 🙂
Dana Benedict says
October 12, 2013 at 12:31 pmI’m in love with this buffet. An its the first time I’m seeing a piece done in the new MB color, Chloe. LOVE!!
Peggy~PJH Designs says
September 19, 2013 at 2:58 pmIt turned out so pretty. I love the color.
Shari @ Turnstyle Vogue says
September 17, 2013 at 11:33 amIt is a beauty!!! Green is one of my favorite paint colors on furniture. You did a fantastic job. Hope all is well 🙂
Alisha says
September 16, 2013 at 3:11 pmWhat technique did you use to distress the furniture?
Becca says
September 15, 2013 at 3:29 pmOh my gosh, I absolutely love Miss Chloe! She is squealing with happiness at her makeover! You did an amazing job … the color is fantastic!
Eva says
September 15, 2013 at 10:07 amI am in love with the whole thing but especially with the top. That wood grain is gorgeous!
Joetta Colquette says
September 13, 2013 at 9:28 pmLooks beautiful! Just right,not overdone~
kirby carespodi says
September 13, 2013 at 10:55 amLove the color, and the knots in the top are great!
Jen says
September 13, 2013 at 10:15 amLooks great! Love the color:)
Kathryn Griffin @TheDedicatedHouse says
September 12, 2013 at 1:48 pmWow! She’s fantastic now all pretty in green! Thanks for sharing. Have a pretty weekend. Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse
Debbie says
September 12, 2013 at 1:50 pmThanks Kathryn!
Inspire Me Heather says
September 12, 2013 at 10:51 amWhat a pretty green on that beautiful looking cabinet!!
Debbie says
September 12, 2013 at 1:51 pmThanks Heather, I hope you’re doing well 🙂
Kim says
September 12, 2013 at 8:40 amDebbie, that looks so good and I love the color.