Farm Table Transformation Part 2

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So here we are at part 2 of this table transformation.

In the last post I showed you how I removed the laminate off the tabletop.

Today I want to show you how I stained the top and completely transformed the look of this table.

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I use all kinds of stains but for this project I decided to use Minwax Golden Pecan and Espresso.  I like mixing these two stains to create an aged look.  I typically use General Finishes Gel Stains which I also love but I’m trying to use up all of the products I have so Minwax it is.

I start with the lighter color and then add in the dark here and there and then rub them together.

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Here’s a progress photo of the table with stain, without stain and also the leftover piece of the laminate I removed.

Can you believe the transformation?!?!?!!?!?

Oh and did I mention this is a Ethan Allen table that came from the factory with this laminate on it apparently people wanted laminate back in the day!  WHAT?!?!?!

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If you remember I used a planer to remove the luan that was under the laminate.  Well as I was doing that I decided to use it to make some grooves in the wood and create a more worn look.

 

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Once I had applied stain to the entire top it was time for topcoat.

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My favorite topcoat is General Finishes High Performance Top Coat in Satin.

I absolutely swear by it.

I’ve used it on everything from stained wood to chalk painted furniture.

It’s very durable and doesn’t yellow.

 

I applied 3 liberal coats, lightly sanding between them.

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I also painted the chairs in Letterpress DIY Chalk and Clay Paint.

I was so happy to get this little crackle effect because once again I love a worn look.

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And here’s the table all finished.

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Can you believe how amazing it turned out?!?!

I mean who in the world would’ve imagined that all this beautiful wood would be underneath all that ugly laminate.

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Oh and here’s the bench…remember it’s the only reason I bought the set.

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Thanks for reading friends!

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8 Comments

  1. Gorgeous! What did u use to apply the GF topcoat? I always get brush marks!

    1. Hi Shona,

      I use a foam brush or roller. 🙂

      Thanks,
      Beth

  2. Beautiful! I’m in awe of your talent and patience!!!

    1. Awwww thank you Claire!

      🙂 Beth

  3. Victoria Close says:

    Can you tell me how you did the chairs? Did you just paint them or did you have to strip and sand them??

    1. Hi Victoria,

      I painted them with a sprayer. I cleaned them, lightly sanded them and then painted them. When I use DIY paint I don’t worry about stripping things.

      Thanks,
      Beth

  4. Kathy Larson says:

    How did you achieve the worn look . Do you use a wax in the areas you do not want the paint to adhere?

    1. Hi Kathy,
      I used the wet distress method.
      🙂 Beth

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