Painted End Table Makeover

This DIY painted end table makeover is a step-by-step tutorial showing how to clean, and remove loose veneer, sand, and paint to get a beautiful piece.

I found this table at my local Restore. I have never seen a table like this. It has a shelf on one side and a magazine holder on the other side. I was excited to bring it home and give it a makeover. 

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Supplies Used In This Painted End Table Makeover

Cleaner

Sander

Paint Tool

Paintbrush

Paint (in the color “Smokey Mountains “)

This table needed A LOT! I didn’t know that until I started working on it. Let’s get into the tutorial.

Steps To This Painted End Table Makeover

• The first thing I did with this table was clean it. You must clean your furniture pieces before you begin the makeover. I shared the cleaning process on my YouTube channel HERE. I upload new videos every week to my YouTube channel. Make sure you SUBSCRIBE when you are there so you don’t miss any of them! 

• Once the table was clean and dry, I thought I was going to use a wood filler around the edges where the veneer was missing but as I went to do that, I noticed how bad the veneer was so I decided to remove it from the top and the underside of the top of the table. A lot of it came off easily with my paint scraper but I did have to use my damp cloth method to get the rest off.  To see the process of how to remove veneer from a piece of furniture with a damp rag, head to my tutorial HERE. 

• Once the veneer was gone, I gave the entire table a good scuff-sand. I teach all about the difference between scuff-sanding and regular sanding HERE. 

It is imperative to always scuff-sand your furniture pieces before painting them.

• Once the sanding was done, I took a damp cloth and wiped away all of the sanding dust.

• Now, it was ready for paint. I LOVE the Silk paint line from Dixie Belle Paint because it is an all-in-one paint. It has the primer, paint, and topcoat all in one can. It cuts my project time by more than half. I wrote an entire post all about the Silk paint HERE. I chose to paint this end table in “Smokey Mountains “. IT IS A GORGEOUS blue/gray color. It took two coats to complete the table makeover. 

I shared a full video of me painting this table sharing tips and techniques throughout the process on my YouTube channel HERE. 

The Smokey Mountains color is SO PRETTY! 

If you find small pieces like this, they are great for trying new paint colors and working on your furniture flipping skills. 

Transforming a tired end table through a painted makeover is a rewarding and cost-effective DIY project. By following a few simple steps, you can breathe new life into old furniture, adding personality and charm to any space. Whether you opt for bold colors or subtle hues, the possibilities are endless. Embrace the joy of creating and enjoy the satisfaction of revitalizing your home decor with a fresh and stylish touch.

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