All Fixed Up Vintage Desk
By: Beth Clark for FaveCrafts
If you need an excuse to hit the thrift store are peruse a garage sale, look no further than this All Fixed Up Vintage Desk. With just a few supplies, you can turn an old desk into a work of art. DIY painted furniture are a fun way to add color to your space. The cheaper the desk, the better - you'll spend most of your time adding personal, fun touches to the piece. Consider some repurposed furniture ideas when coming up with ways to redo your space - they'll help you save money and get creative at the same time. I found a sweet vintage school desk at a flea market for $5. Not in the best condition but I knew I could fix it up for my little girl!
Primary TechniquePainting
Materials:
- Vintage school desk
- Rustoleum primer
- Blueish-green Rustoleum spray paint
- Krylon chalk board spray paint
Instructions:
- Sand and clean rust and dirt off of desk.
- Spray paint all metal with primer. Allow to dry.
- Paint primed metal with color of your choice.
- Sand top of desk, clean and prime.
- Paint with chalkboard paint. Allow to dry and add a second coat.