There is nothing like a DIY furniture makeover. With a little elbow grease and paint you can totally transform outdated furniture pieces.
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DIY Furniture Makeovers
With flea market and yard sale season upon us, I am featuring a collection of the DIY furniture makeovers I have completed over the past decade.
Of course, this doesn’t include all of the projects from before my blogging days.
Keep an eye out the next time you are thrifting for inexpensive furniture pieces that are in good physical condition, but in need of an update.
It is amazing what you can find for practically nothing!
Hopefully these pieces inspire you to give an old furniture piece new life.
DIY Furniture Makeovers
Enjoy this collection of DIY furniture makeovers with step-by-step tutorials. They include paint techniques, decoupage ideas, wallpaper makeovers and more.
This is my latest hutch makeover and it may just be my favorite yet.
Use a classic navy paint to refresh an old dry sink or side buffet. The gold accents give it a nice pop of color.
An outdated pickled oak table gets a new look with a lovely weathered oak stain.
Pure & Original paint creates a stunning finish on a large dresser. Dark wax completes the look.
See how to update an old hutch with beautiful metallic cream paint with a chicken wire front for a farmhouse style finish.
I stepped out of my comfort zone with a boho look on an old bench.
Learn how to whitewash furniture with these simple steps.
This $6 thrift store find is updated with paint and a buffalo check stencil.
I found a cool wooden cable spool and turned it into an outdoor side table with a pretty aqua color paint.
Get crafty in the kitchen with a DIY Grain Sack Striped Table project. Add rustic elegance to your home with this easy-to-follow tutorial.
Transform a thrift store table using milk paint: A beginner-friendly tutorial to update furniture creatively!
Revamp your steamer trunk with stunning metallic paint. Transform vintage into modern with our step-by-step guide.
Thrift store cane top table revamped into a stunning masterpiece with aqua and white.
This antique cherry table had gorgeous legs and details, but the top had some damage. A quick whitewash and stencil gave it new life.
Upcycle your old bookshelf into a fabulous DIY bar cart - perfect for entertaining guests or enjoying a cozy night in.
Create a stylish DIY rolling bar cart for your home with our easy guide. Combine creativity and functionality in one project!
Elevate your space with a curbside kitchen table makeover featuring paint and stencils. Learn how to revamp furniture like a pro!
Update an inexpensive thrift store table in a unique and creative way with napkins and mod podge.
This old garden bench had seen better days. It now looks brand new with outdoor paint!
Create your own Mid-Century Modern bar oasis at home. Step-by-step DIY guide for a stylish and chic makeover.
Renew and refresh an old chair using woven burlap techniques. Unleash your creativity and give new life to tired furniture.
Upgrade your decor with a refinished deacon's bench. Add charm and character to your home with our tips.
Turn your broken plates into a work of art! Create a stunning mosaic table top with our step-by-step guide. Add flair to your space today!
Give your old curio a coastal makeover and bring a touch of seaside charm into your home.
Add a two-tone paint finish to an old armoire with an aqua and white coastal look.
Revamp your nightstand using Milk Paint for a stunning Union Jack makeover.
This old side table was damaged so I covered it up with fabric and nautical rope for a fun look.
Step-by-step tutorial on making a breathtaking sea shell shadow box table featuring collected items.
This Broadway decoupage table was a labor of love for my daughter. She has a Theatre degree and loves Broadway shows.
Transform your vanity with stunning blue metallic paint! Discover a chic makeover that adds glamour to your space.
Transform your space with a stunning Antique Butcher Block Island turned Farmhouse Table.
Transform your living space with a chic grain sack stripe bench adorned in rich velvet paint finishes.
Say goodbye to drab tables! Follow our painted table tutorial for an effortless makeover that will breathe new life into your worn-out furniture.
Transform your space with this Indian Inlay Stenciled Table DIY guide - Create stunning furniture pieces effortlessly!
Create a stunning DIY resin wood table with a live edge! Learn step-by-step instructions for making a gorgeous centerpiece.
Learn how to make a wood slice table with glow in the dark paint.
Transform your end table with a chic stenciled paint update. Add flair to any room with this easy DIY project.
Revamp your headboard with Saltwash for a coastal makeover for a beachy, rustic feel.
Learn how to paint fabric chairs with this DIY tutorial.
I gave an old thrift store desk a painted makeover with beautiful pink glass hardware.
Upcycle, repurpose, and revamp with budget-friendly creativity.
Learn how to make a stunning modern bench for your dining room on a budget.
Learn how to make a show-stopping epoxy resin desk that will impress everyone. Elevate your space with this beautiful and durable furniture piece.
Revamp old furniture with Americana Chalk Paint on a refinished chair.
Craft a unique live edge wood industrial console table with our DIY guide.
Revamp an old bench with Americana chalk paint. Add a pretty stencil for a unique look.
Discover the beauty of a French poem chalk painted sofa table - a touch of Parisian style for your home.
Here is a super fun coastal look on an old table with a blue and white paint finish.
Transform your mirror into a chic chalkboard with Saltwash! Get creative with this unique DIY project today.
Transform your coffee table with an elegant DIY makeover using chalk paint.
I hope you enjoyed these DIY furniture makeovers. My goal is to inspire you to step out of your comfort zone and try a new painting or refinishing project.
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Thanks so much for stopping by. Happy DIY’ing!
Here are even more DIY home makeovers and decorating ideas:
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- Old Window Decor Ideas
- Best Upcycled Wall Art Ideas
- 35 Upcycled Tin Can Crafts
- 7 Upcycled DIY Projects for Outdoors
- 19 Recycled Cardboard Crafts
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Punjab Furniture
Wednesday 6th of May 2020
This is a very well written post. Everything is very concise and clear. Thanks for sharing.
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Manco Painting
Saturday 11th of January 2020
Yeah! This is super inspiring! Thanks for sharing :)
Happy Hiller
Sunday 5th of January 2020
Such brilliant ideas! Thanks for posting this!
Steph
Tuesday 10th of December 2019
๏ปฟThanks for the article, these tips can be useful indeed. I do have some remanufactured office furniture phoenix that I service with https://finewal.com/services/remanufactured-office-furniture/ and the other furniture like an office chair that was left I think I'll try to DIY it, Thanks for inspiring me to do so!
Jessy Higgins
Wednesday 23rd of October 2019
Really impressive furniture makeovers. This x-mas I am going to makeover my outdoor patio furniture. Your furniture makeover idea help to renovate my patio furniture. Thanks!!!