When I saw this desk at a yard sale, I knew it had good bones but it needed a new look! I wanted something unique and bright so I chose Persian Blue with gold gilding wax highlights. The original hardware was updated with a dark bronze color. The desk top was protected with High Performance Top Coat in Flat. I think the desk looks fabulous with her new look!
Alisha from Alameda, CA
Hello! I'm a California native who finally (finally!) admitted that I was unhappy in my previous job and with the support of my family and friends, I found the courage to quit my job! With my new found freedom and some soul searching, I have been able to explore and foster areas that interest me and bring me happiness. This is where furniture refinishing comes in--I always oooohhh'd and aaaahhhh'd at refinished pieces wishing I could do that. With a clearer mind (and more time), I realized I could do it! And here I am.
Contest Entries
2017 Entries
A Delightful Drexel Dresser
By Alisha from Alameda, CA
Winning Category
I found this Drexel dresser at a church yard sale for $25 dollars and I knew it would look great with an updated finish! After being thoroughly prepped, the dresser was painted with Seagull Gray. Then to give it a beautiful aged look, I used Van Dyke Brown Glaze Effects. Lastly, the piece was coated in High Performance Top Coat in Flat. I gave the original hardware a fresh look with a rich dark bronze color. The result? A sweet and charming dresser!
A Book Cabinet to Remember
By Alisha from Alameda, CA
Winning Category
After months of searching for the perfect book cabinet and not finding anything I loved, I finally decided to order a custom unfinished piece. Fenton MacLaren's in Berkeley, CA made this alder bookcase for me and I was beyond excited to finish it! I used a combination of Seagull Gray and Persian Blue to create a beautiful color to match my living room. I then used Champagne Pearl mixed with Clear Base Glaze Effects to add a bit of shimmer. The whole piece was topped with High Performance Top Coat in Flat.
