MCM Credenza

Time to switch things up. In the LA area, these mid century credenzas are quite

the hot ticket item.  But to find one on the cheap is rare. But I did.

 I believe these retro vintage pieces look best either natural or bold colors of the era. I gave this one both.  Tangerine baby!  Now I realize this style isnt for everyone. I dont think its necessarily for 

me.  But that doesnt mean I dont appreciate it or enjoy working on it. Its different. 

I get so tired of doing the same thing on the same pieces. I like to mix it up and try

out different techniques and different colors. So, here ya go!

I could not save the sides or top. 

 Sanded the whole thing. Primered the sides and top. Put a dark stain on the drawers and trim.
Solid wood legs. Bottom is before, middle is after sanding and the top is after staining.

This walnut veneer finished up beautifully! Look how it pops w/the orange.

 I painted the top 3 drawers in a gorgeous Bahama Blue to pop against the tangerine. Love!

I used at least 5 coats of paint and 2 coats of acrylic semi-gloss top coat. I rolled a few coats

didnt like how it looked, and finished by brushing on the last 2 coats. I also sanded between

each coat. 

I thought about lugging this into the house for staging, but this beast is heavy and at least 6 long! 

 So, use your imagination and ignore my icky garage floor.

Linking up at these great parties:

Restore Interiors - Restored it Wednesday

Kammys Korner - Trash to Treasure Tuesdays

Domestically Speaking - The Power of Paint Party

The Shabby Creek Cottage - Transformation Thursday

Miss Mustardseed - Furniture Feature Friday

Redoux - Friday Link Up Party

Homespun Happenings - Rustic Restorations Weekend

Funky Junk Interiors - Saturday Night Special

1929 Charmer - Sundays Best Party

Knick of Time Interiors - Knick of Time Tuesday

Elizabeth and Co., My uncommon Slice of Suburbia,

Savvy Southern Style. Weds, Beyond the Picket Fence, PJH Designs

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