I finally finished a project this weekend and couldn't wait to share it with you!
I am working on updating my son's room and giving him more organization and a more "big boy" look and feel. If you've been around a while, you might remember his pirate room on a budget that we did when he was three. It was bland and boring, even for me, the lover of all things "simple."
The new room will have more of an overall industrial feel, with a little Star Wars thrown in for good measure, (and to please the kid).
The first project I decided to work on was the dresser. This where a lot of his toys are stored, since we have a built in dresser in the closet.
Just for fun, here's a before shot of the dresser:
I'm really pleased with how it turned out, even if the stain didn't cover quite the way I'd envisioned.
First, I sanded the drawers with the palm sander I bought just for this project.
Can I just stop here for a moment to profess my love for power tools? Seriously big, giant, inflated, puffy heart LOVE. I don't care if it's a drill or a hand sander or a table saw, I'm. in. love. Now I need some pink safety glasses.
Anyway, back to the dresser...
I sanded down to the wood. Disclaimer - this is the first time I've used a power sander so I'm not sure I did it exactly right.
I rubbed on Minwax stain in Weathered Grey, and wiped it off immediately, but a couple of drawers came out a bit splotchy. I tried to even it out but that just didn't work. I'm ok with it though. I kind of like how it came out.
The dresser color is "Wet Cement" by Behr. It took two coats to cover the blue stripes on the top but the rest covered in just one coat.
The silver handles on the dresser are from Target.
I've got several elements left to finish, but I'm hoping to be able to show it to you in a couple of weeks!
Dresser vignette:
Mirror - Target half off clearance $11.98
Lamp: Target clearance $13.98
Lego Storm trooper clock: Toys R Us $27.99 (purchased with TRU Rewards Dollars)
**UPDATED - To see the whole room, click on the photo below!
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It's so gorgeous!!!! Love it and love the vignette!
ReplyDeleteIt turned out so perfectly aged/rustic/industrial! I love it!
ReplyDeleteLooks great so far! Can't wait to see the rest - what a lucky little boy!
ReplyDeleteOne thing that might help next time you stain something... wood conditioner. Minwax makes a great one that dries quickly so it won't delay your staining time too much...
Ohhh..it looks awesome! Connor has the same storm trooper clock. What's the wall color? Can't wait to see the rest!
ReplyDeleteI think you did a great job.. I just love the new look. Looking forward to how you recreate his room.. Keep us posted. Blessings!
ReplyDeleteI 100% love that dresser!!! It is perfection and would take it's twin in a split second. Great job!
ReplyDeleteThis looks so awesome! The stormtrooper clock is adorbs too! I have a free Star Wars printable on ABL, see if you like it for his room! http://www.abubblylife.com/2012/11/star-wars-nursery-printable-crafty-pen.html
ReplyDeleteThe finish you gave the dresser is perfect for the industro look! I'm a big fan of palm sanders. They're perfect for distressing paint jobs.
ReplyDeleteKristen, I absolutely love your style. It would never occur to me to put that lamp and night clock on an antiqued kind of dresser. The look is SO FANTASTIC. You inspire me to look OUTSIDE THE BOX.
ReplyDeleteLooks great! A more masculine look for sure!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE it! I really like the uneven-ness of the stain. Perfection! And hey, I am just like you! Most days my house is messy too!
ReplyDeleteLove it! The grey stain looks awesome, I really like the splotchiness of it. Next time if you don't want it uneven try a wood conditioner first (I learned this the hard way when I refinished the floors in our first house :)) but I love the way it turned out!
ReplyDeletePerfect for a young lad, the stain is great. And the addition of a little Star Wars is fabulous, my boys would love it!
ReplyDeletexo, Tanya
I am loving the mix of the paint and stain! I love the worn yet industrial look!
ReplyDeleteWhat dresser? All I noticed was that LEGO clock. That thing is wicked cool :)
ReplyDeleteAustin would dig it.
Back to the dresser, I did notice. lol. Looks great! I love the finish. Perfect for your guys room.
You nailed it :)
I really LOVE what you did with the dresser. The colors and stain are both right on. I'm glad I stopped by your blog today!
ReplyDeleteTake care,
Sue
Love that! Great finish done in a way you don't see every day...perfect for a boy's room. And I love the rustic/industrial/star wars look--I think that style's really going to take off ;)
ReplyDeleteIt looks so great! Your dresser makeover is one of my favorites:). As a mom of 2 boys I know how creative you need to be when decorating. Have a great week,
ReplyDeleteJen
The dresser came out incredible!
ReplyDeleteOh my heck, Kristin...this is absolutely gorgeous!!! I've been neglecting my home for months, but this makes me want to start working at it again...what a gorgeous change!!!
ReplyDeleteI see a beautiful rose in full bloom. Wonderful and talented amazing makeover.
ReplyDeletexoxo
Kate
wow Kristin, love the makeover! this looks so masculine, great job, such a cool way to do the two-tone!!
ReplyDeleteThat looks awesome Kristin! I love the two-tone and it definitely has a "big-boy" feel to it. Well done friend! :-)
ReplyDeleteVanessa
You did a GREAT JOB!!! I had to look again to see it was the same dresser! I love the grey ad wood combination!
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I really love how it turned out, so neat for a boy's room or any room for that matter! Love the hardware too! Wonderful job and I do like the mirror too!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE the combo of the stained drawer with the painted dresser! This came out so fantastic and perfect for a grown up boys room! Pinning and following!
ReplyDeleteHave a great day!
Angela
Wow, this looks great ;) I love your blog!
ReplyDeleteThis is such a well done transformation... and very nice for a growing boy! I am so impressed that you sanded the drawers down to the bare wood and then stained it. I think it came out perfectly!
ReplyDeleteIt has a perfect look now and I believe, your son must be very happy and he is very comfortable with this dresser.
ReplyDeleteThis turned out so beautifully rustic - what an incredible makeover!!!
ReplyDeleteI love it!!! Gorgeous!!
ReplyDeleteI love how this dresser turned out...the color tones are wonderful together...and give this a modern, trendy look!
ReplyDeleteThis turned out wonderful. Love the vintage industrial look that it has. Perfect for a boys room.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing,
Suzanne
Kristen, I love the wood tone! I love how it is off set with the grey! Well done! I just started a new link party and would love for you to come over and share your post or any social media sites. Talkin’ About Thursday - http://designeddecor.com/talkin-about-thursday-link-party-5/
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This is beautiful! In fact, I really love the entire space you put together, the rug, basket, pillow, everything. Beautiful job, it's gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteLove this!!! My son has a star wars big boy themed room. And I am LOVING how this dresser fits that theme.
ReplyDeleteIt's perfect! Love it! :)
ReplyDeleteI love it!!! I want to do something just like this for my son's dresser. thanks so much for the inspiration. love the storm trooper clock!
ReplyDeleteJessica
I just love this dresser!! I love the two toned look! It looks awesome. Those are some great Target finds too :)! I'm a new follower!
ReplyDeleteMe again! Just wanted to let you know that I will be featuring this tomorrow. Hope you are having a wonderful weekend!
ReplyDeleteJenn xo
Great Job, love saving the natural wood! Newest follower, hope to see you visit!
ReplyDeleteI think it looks great even though it didn't turn out the way you had hoped. Most of them end up being the best anyway:) He room looks amazing! I bet he loves his new room.
ReplyDeleteRegina
Visiting from DIYShowoff and a new follower.
The combination of the the wood and the paint is so beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI love the industrial-ness of this! Very nice job and I'm definitely going to remember that gray stain for down the road!
ReplyDeletelove!!!!
ReplyDeleteI love it!!!
ReplyDeleteLooks great! Love the "industrial" edge. I do a ton of wood finishing and thoughtt worked in your favor this time. If next time this isn't what you want, then make sure you sand evenly down to the raw wood. If any dark shades of the former stain remain,
ReplyDeleteyou will get the uneven color. Start with a 60-80 grit, then 150 and finish with a 220 grit. The others mentioned pre-stain conditioner and this will help blotchiness before you stain. Especially woods like Fir and oak. Hope this helps!