Ash & Ebony Oak End Tables

Modernized Pine Dresser in Gray

If you're a fan of clear coat pine, this makeover might not be your cup of tea. But for those who love breathing new life into old furniture, I hope this tutorial sparks some inspiration! The original clear pine finish has aged over the years, and the tall dresser has endured its fair share of wear and tear. With a little care, attention, and a fresh new color, it now serves a new purpose with renewed charm.

A good friend gave me her solid oak end tables to makeover. Being solid wood they have years of use left but the dated orange stain needed to go.

Both were scrubbed I thought well but after dry and a coat of black stain was applied,

this happened. The stain repelled on many areas which would indicate that a product like Pledge was used over the years.

The best solution at this point was to power sand lightly to smooth the pitted stain and change the plan to Fusion Mineral Paint

Their charcoal color called ash was brushed on with a good synthetic brush. This highly pigmented paint required only 1 solid coat with a few touch ups once dry.