It's funny to think these three chairs would never have been used in the same room or even the same building. They are each from a different time and made for a different purpose. But somehow they all ended up waiting together at the thrift store - along with a lot of other less attractive friends. I wonder what kind of places they've been and what stories they could tell.
The first chair is just right exactly as she is. She is a beautiful antique with amazing detail and was a steal at 12.50
The third chair is a sturdy old schoolhouse chair that was only four dollars. At first, I was planning a makeover. This chair's wood is very dry and dingy.
But, I really love the old worn paint that is still clinging to it. I definitely don't want to ruin that.
What to do? Maybe some lemon oil or tung oil will help freshen her up? Whatever I decide, I will definitely let you see how these lovelies turn out.
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15 comments:
That second chair would look great all frenched up. I love old worn paint as well. I would seal that third one. Nice finds.
Oooh, have fun! Make sure to post pics...:)!
Beth
I would try some whitewash come see a frame I did! Great find!
love your chairs! I use a mix of equal parts lemon juice, vinegar, and olive oil - with a splash of lemon essential oil for scent - on all of my old wood pieces; it cleans and nourishes the wood at the same time :-)
Oh gosh, I can't wait to see what you come up with! I love finding nifty old chairs too! These chairs have so much character already but I can envision many possiblities for them too.
Gosh, the choices are endless with these three! You have such varying designs, you could go three completely different ways with each one.
I definitely thing you should start going to this thrift store more often!
XoXo,
Kristal
Nice finds! Can't wait to see the transformations.
Fantastic finds!!! What about a white wash on the third chair? You could still see the paint come through and I love how dry wood just soaks up a white wash!! Have FUN and can't wait to see end results.
Aren't you glad you stopped by that store??? I love the first chair! You are going to have fun with #2 and a coat of wax and a cute pad is all # 3 needs.
Rhonda
Fabulous finds! You hit that store just at the right time. I don't think they would have gone too long without being adopted.
I love old schoolhouse chairs. I have one in my office for my desk chair. Maybe just use Murphy's Oil Soap on it to freshen it up a bit because you don't know who's butt has sat on it before. I like the old worn paint showing through here and there.
Those are all nice chairs, happy cleaning and painting!
I like all the chairs but that first one looks pretty amazing! Bet you're so glad you stopped!
Nancy
I love the chairs! I can't wait to see what you do!
I have a thing about chairs too and I always wonder what stories they could tell!! So glad to know someone else thinks like I do. I have all mis-matched chairs at my kitchen table and I love it!
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