Transformation cost: $27.30
Even though the flat surfaces of this piece were ugly, beveled, veneered particle board, the tapered legs and upright pieces are solid wood with some attractive detailing. I instantly knew I could make it look elegant. A fortuitous accident with a paint finish resulted in exactly the look I was hoping for; a cracked, aged finish in elegant gold & heirloom white with (in places) touches of the almost black original color.
The first step was to remove one of the pieces of particle board; to be replaced later with something much more lovely.
I removed the legs and gave everything a good clean and a light sanding.
Next I applied a coat of Kilz Complete oil-based primer, followed by Rust-Oleum metallic gold paint, followed by Rust-Oleum 2X Ultra Cover in heirloom white satin finish.
When I applied the metallic gold paint it inexplicably wrinkled in random areas. I liked it so I left it and let it dry thoroughly before applying the top coat of heirloom white. When I went to age it with sandpaper, the wrinkling gave way to a beautiful cracked look.
To attach the new glass top to the rest of the table we would need screw holes. The glass supplier was going to charge $5 per hole so I enlisted my brilliant husband. With a spear-headed carbide drill bit, plenty of lubrication and patience he expertly made the four holes I needed.
The finishing touch was to install the new glass table top. The finished piece is a lovely, elegant table perfect for someone who wants to show off their reading collection!
Transforming Trash 
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