I hope you guys are enjoying your summer, it’s so hot here I just am wondering what has happened to my nice 83 degree days! I guess I shouldn’t complain, but it’s been pretty miserable trying to clear out the garage in this heat… So I’m coming inside to write this post and it’s a much needed break! I finished this project a couple of weeks back, but with all of the new job and moving stuff going on I hadn’t written it up, so here it goes…
I knew exactly what I was looking for when I found this credenza,I thought it was just perfect! It had file drawers and a small cabinet and just the right style… be prepared for some AWESOMENESS people!
Are you underwhelmed or what? Trust me on this one, not only was the credenza only $36 but I knew with a little TLC it would be perfect!
So we did a little of this…
We added 2×4’s to the underside so we could attach legs… we picked these legs up at Home Depot. I just screwed them right into the wood after predrilling the holes, super easy.
and we attached a little of this… small trim I hand cut with my miter box and applied with Loctite.
Oh, yes the small trim added just the right amount of detail to the fronts of those super plain drawers. I also filled in the old screw holes with wood putty in preparation for the new hardware.
We primed it too… this was pine with knots, I wasn’t about to apply a bunch of coats of paint just to control bleed through… I’ve learned my lesson the hard way! I ALWAYS prime mahogany and pine…
I added some “new” hardware, well actually the bin pulls are new, but the ring pull is from my grab bag of vintage knobs that I’ve had to remove from other pieces, the finish match is PERFECT! The paint is Cabinet Coat tinted in Stonington Gray, it’s about the lightest gray I have ever worked with and I adore it!
AFTER
Just the right amount of storage for me! I have home files on one side and my business “stuff” on the other…
My beautiful vintage ring pull…
The gorgeous bin pulls that I want to use EVERYWHERE!
Now I have this fabulous “command center” in my office and I couldn’t be happier with the finished product! If you missed the Study tour please hop on over and take a look at the rest of the room!
What do you think, do you like the new and improved credenza? Would you have bought this piece?
Thanks as always for stopping by…
Hope you come back soon!
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Hi Susan,
This credenza is beautiful. Is it for sale? Your are so talented and we are going to miss you. Did u see my post on your web site? I’m serious, if u need help with anything, I will be happy to help.
Mary Wolf
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Mary you are so wonderful! I wish I was staying just to get to know you better!thank you for your offer, I may just take you up on it! As for the credenza, I’m sorry but it’s a keeper… a badly needed one too 😉
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That is a gorgeous transformation! It doesn’t even look like the same piece. I especially love the hardware and the little bun feet!
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Thanks Sharon, the hardware is my favorite but I’m just thrilled with how it all turned out!
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That’s a great piece of furniture for the office! Love the transformation.
Orphans With MakeUp
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Thanks so much Mary! It’s super functional as well as pretty, win-win!
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All I can say is Wow! Amazing transformation, it’s beautiful.
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Thanks Deb, I’m smitten with it myself!
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Found this project on pinterest. What a fantastic transformation!!!
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Thanks Laurel, I just knew it could be beautiful!
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i enjoy all your transformations. another wonderful job!
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Thanks so much Elaine, I’m lucky I love what I do!
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It looks awesome! I love what a difference the trim makes (not to mention the gorgeous bin pulls). Your study looks great, too!
-andi
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Thanks so much Andi, I’m a happy gal!
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Love it!
Ellen
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Thanks Ellen!
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You’ve got my wheels turning…I could use one of these too! Great gem! Charlene
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Thanks Charlene! I think people often overlook credenzas but they really are very functional pieces of furniture!
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You never cease to amaze! What talent! What vision! What ability! Please say that you’ll keep your blog going even after the move. I rely on you for inspiration and helpful tips.
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Thanks CJ, you’re so nice! Yes, I will absolutely keep blogging, there may be more room makeover / move pieces but I’ll get back to the furniture updates I’m sure!
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This is an amazing makeover, I love it. Great piece and so much fabulous storage. I love the new pulls too. Thanks tons for joining Inspire Me. Hugs, Marty
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Thanks so much Marty! I’m enjoying my credenza immensely!
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Wow, this is amazing!I’d love it if you could link this up to our party, Give Me The Goods Monday! {1 party, 4 blogs}
http://www.somuchbetterwithage.com/2013/07/give-me-the-goods-party-no-16/
Have a great week!
Jamie @ Better With Age
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Thanks Jamie, I will certainly stop by!
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I LOVE this! It’s exactly the same style I’m looking for in my guest bedroom. I should be so lucky to find one for $36! I’m always inspired by your creations!
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Thanks Amy! This would be perfect for a bedroom too, I hope you find your perfect one!
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I don’t know how I missed this one Susan but it’s a spectactular transformation!!!!!!
Beautiful job!
XOXOXO
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Thanks again! I love this piece too!
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You have such vision!! Seriously! I don’t think I would have seen the beauty and would have passed it by. So adore this transformation and thanks for another paint color to add to my list of must have’s!!
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Thanks Kadee and that was my point, don’t pass something up too quickly it may just be perfect with a little love!
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Ok – that piece is just gorgeous! I love it light gray too. I’m featuring it in the PoPP Spotlight this week.
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Oh.my.gosh! Is it possible to be in love with a piece of furniture? If it is, I am. This is gorgeous! I love the low credenza/dressers for office spaces. Love it! Great job!
Julia
It’s Always Ruetten
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Oh yes Julian, it is possible! I’m so happy with this credenza it’s hard to quantify 🙂 I’m glad you love it too!
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You did a wonderful job!!! What is the name of the primer that you used?
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Thanks Debbie! I just used Kilz, nothing special but it did the job!
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Thanks Susan!
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Reblogged this on Entri WP, Entri Window Panels and commented:
Love the transformation of this credenza by Susan over at Uniquely Yours… or Mine!
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Wow! I just saw this on Pinterest and thought you did a bang up job! I might try something like this…I’ll definitely be on the lookout for stray dressers, etc. THANKS!
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Thanks Lisa! I hope you find one that works for you too!
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what color paint did you use?
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As everyone else, I really love the transformation and that color gray is perfect! I am inspired to work on some pieces of furniture I have been putting off for a long time. Thank you so much for sharing! Janice
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Thanks so much Janice! I hope your pieces turn out great!
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Love it
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Beautiful ..great job
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Loved your work! You inspired me too re-do an antique dresser. Did you sand yours before painting? I just applied a first coat of primer and it went on really streaky. I’m wondering if I should have sanded through the old varnish first.
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Nope! Just clean it really good, if it was super shiny I would lightly rough it up, but primer is always streaky looking, and that’s ok! Have fun with your piece!
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This looks amazing!!!!! Doesn’t even look like the same piece. Great job
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What a beautiful makeover – love the fact that you introduced the ‘feet’ and the trim and the ‘bin pulls’ – makes a beautiful ‘Command Centre’. Love the light grey too 🙂 Can you please advise what make of paint this is? 🙂
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I have similar bedroom furniture that I inherited from my parents. It is all wood construction with tongue and groove drawers. Been thinking of doing this…now I am totally inspired to tackle this project this summer.
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Sounds like the perfect pieces to fix up just how you like them! Good luck and have fun!
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Hi, I love your project and am so glad you posted it. I just brought home a 1970’s dresser that I plan to transform into bathroom storage. I had planned to attach bun feet, but when I got it home I realized it has a “hollow bottom” like yours. How did you attach the 2x4s without making it too obvious from the outside of the piece? Thanks!
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Hey Kristin,
Thanks so much! Attaching the 2×4’s was pretty easy, we flipped the piece over and glued and screwed the 2×4’s to the wood base that was there. The 2×4’s were placed on the very edge of the either side of the credence and went from the front to the back. I hope this helps! If you have any more questions just ask! Good luck with your project.
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