Wednesday, September 7, 2011

Painted Steamer Trunk With Glass Top

So as you might have noticed in my last post, I'm actually working on two rooms right now.  My entryway and my living room.  In the entryway, I am giving myself a little time to get used to the new paint job.  But in the living room, I'm working hard at pulling my color scheme together.  That means some repainting.  I decided to change my steamer trunk.  I had already painted it once, for a past living room experiment look (See that look here).  But I've been in the mood lately to lighten things up a bit, so this time I'm using a light gray color. 

Here it is before


I used a small roller to paint the body of the trunk and then a small artist brush to go around all the hardware.


Here it is after the first coat.  It needed a second.


Here it is all finished!




What do you think?  Looks cool right?




~Renew Redo~

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13 comments:

  1. It does look cool :) I like how it looks similar to the glam pot now. I love how you always seem to have the perfect fitting glass top for everything :) I've looked around a bit but haven't found anything I'd be willing to pay. I did buy a round wood top, though.

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  2. I did a little dance when I put that piece of glass on the trunk and it fit perfectly! How lucky was I! You know I pick up glass tops every time I come across them. I have a stock pile now. : ) I don't think I've ever spent more than $15 for a glass top and that's because they were on a junky tables. I haven't come across many lately either. : ( Thank goodness I already have a bunch.

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  3. It's gorgeous! I love the lighter color. I really like the table from the previous post too - love those greens! Thanks so much for sharing!

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  4. The trunk seems to be so versatile. Isn't it fun to change things around. Nice job.

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  5. it looks awesome and i love that it has a glass top! that is perfect!

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  6. Wow! It looks perfect, stop by for a blog visit I'm your newest follower.

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  7. OMG This is gorgeous! I have a crappy trunk that I've been wanting to make over for a while, and I think this just might give me the kick in the pants I need! I love that its table-height too- so chic! I love the mustard color! I'd love to know what it wound up being paired with. I would love it if you linked up to T.G.I.F. ( Thank God I'm Finished) Friday at Rummage Living happening RIGHT NOW!
    http://www.rummageliving.com/2011/09/t-g-i-f-thank-god-im-finished-link-party/

    xo
    Margaret@RummageLiving

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  8. Nice redo! Cute trunk! :)

    Visting from TGIF linky party today
    ~Suzanne in NW Illinois

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  9. I refinished an old steamer trunk with canvas and the edges are covered in aluminum siding. Can I use rub n buff on the aluminum flashing? Is it possible to pose pics on the comments section so I can show you what I am talking about or email you a pic of it?

    Thanks

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    1. Email renewredo@hotmail.com
      sounds interesting can't wait to see! : )

      Smiles!
      Sammy ~ Renew Redo

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  10. I love how you re-did this trunk! I have a trunk of my own that's in major need of a face lift and I was wondering what kind of paint did you use?

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    1. Hi Jacqueline!
      I used latex paint (interior wall paint), satin finish.

      Smiles!
      Sammy

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