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Antique Fold Down Sides Accent Table Restore

  This stunning antique drop leaf table is both functional and full of charm, the fold-down edges that make it ideal for smaller spaces while providing extra surface area when needed. Measuring 30”W x 22”D x 24”H, it’s the perfect versatile piece. The top has been beautifully refinished in a rich walnut stain, complemented by a warm white milk-painted base. Light distressing and dark wax enhance its vintage appeal, preserving its timeless character. A lined drawer, finished with elegant damask paper, adds a lovely touch of detail and practicality. Let me share how I achieved this updated look. before
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White Washed Wooden Bar Stools

 

Solid wood bar stools were sanded bare and refinished in a white washed stain oil finish. Let me show you how.



These 4 bar stools were almost sanded completely when I got them.


 I appreciated the work put in and knew I could continue the process.


I hauled in 2 at a time from storage and got busy.


All the surfaces were power sanded with my new Festool Rotex 90 sander. Using a sponge pad allowed the sander to contour the rounded edges much better then flat.


Using a rubber hammer after unscrewing the legs from the seat, I removed the legs to sand easier.


Like most used pieces, repairs were in order. I tried my new Titebond glue to reglue the bases to the seats.


They were clamped and left to dry well.


The chair backs were much more labor intense to sand. I hand sanded with fine sandpaper folded over a paint stick in the hard to get to spots. Then this super handy sander card arrived in the mail. This is a game changer for tight areas.

It comes with a few different grit papers that velcro on. The firm plastic holder is a great size too.


Once all the old finish was sanded off the chairs were wiped well.

White Fusion Stain & Finishing Oil was applied with a blue shop towel. Above it is going on the back rungs. So easy, wipe on, after 15 minutes wipe off the excess.

Watch this quick video applying the white Fusion Stain & Finishing Oil.

Check out many more Stain & Finishing oil projects HERE


Here is one chair on the left with one coat on. The above process was repeated to all 4 chairs. 2 coats of finishing oil were applied with a light sand after each coat to give a super smooth soft finish.


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  1. Life as a LEO WifeJuly 05, 2023 3:22 PM

    These look soo much better! Thanks for sharing on Crafty Creators!
    Niki | Life as a LEO Wife

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  2. Vintage Style GalJuly 09, 2023 8:12 PM

    Love the way these turned out LeeAnn. I bet that card was pretty nifty to get into those hard to reach places, nice someone else put in some of the work for you too!

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    1. Creative MomentsJuly 09, 2023 8:22 PM

      Thank you VSG, I agree when I saw them partially complete I knew that saved me some time for sure. The sander card is amazing!

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