I get asked all the time about some of my Thrity Furniture Finds and Makeovers, so sometimes I like to share a really easy one with you again. One of my favorite finds and makeovers is this $12.99 Night Stand Refinished. This was originally shared in 2012 but shows how a great piece still works today and is classic.
Finding furniture for a bedroom makeover on a really tight budget can take a little time. Since I have visited just about every furniture outlet in town looking for a nightstand, I was just about to throw in the sponge. There was not one used one in this town that looked remotely decent. I really didn’t want to pay $300 to $500 for new and that was all I found that I liked. Then I made my usual trek into Goodwill while I was out grocery shopping and what do you think I found? They so rarely have furniture, and especially anything you would want, however, this is going to be perfect.
Perfect size. 26″ wide x 16″ deep x 28″ high. I love the style, just enough character to be interesting. Hate the old pulls, so I will find some neat antique bail pulls to replace them. Solid wood made by Hooker. Best of all it was $12.99. Love, love, love it.
This was my $12.99 GW find. Really needed some loving care, but tons of potential. This is a substantial piece made by Hooker.
The top was really bad, however since it was solid wood, I knew it could be refinished. I was thinking about painting this piece, but decided to refinish it in it’s original finish.
Ta-Da – – – – After refinishing and some new hardware, I think it is a treasure.
I used a combination of Minwax Dark Mahogany and Walnut. It gave it the perfect color to coordinate with the headboard.
When I redid the headboard some of the mahogany came thru when I distressed it, so the nightstand looks perfect in the deep mahogany finish.
I am thrilled with how it came out.
Now I just have to find that perfect dresser and I will be all done.
Total cost :
Nightstand $12.99
Hardware $32.00
Mahogany Stain $4.97
I had the stripper, sandpaper and walnut stain.
Total – $49.96
Not bad for a quality piece made by Hooker
It looks perfect, Marty!!!! Your bedroom is so classy. Just like you.
Think about your often. Been dealing with health issues a lot lately and just haven’t been up to much pc time.
Getting better though. Thank God above.
Big hugs. ♥
What a beautiful job! Now I want to get over to my thrift store!
Wendy ThisInspiredEater.com