White Buffet with Blue Knobs

I’m calling this piece a buffet, but it is so versatile it really could be used in so many places.  It would easily function as a desk, media console, or entry table.  And how cute would this be as a changing table in a nursery?

I picked this up a few weeks back at my favorite Goodwill.  Here’s how it started out.

The veneer was a fairly good shape, so not too many repairs required on this one. It just needed a refresh and restyle.

I prepped it by filling in the larger gouges with wood filler and then sanded and primed. I had a feeling this one could be a bleeder so I primed with an oil based primer that bonds and covers.  I like Zinsser oil based primer.  There were some dark oily stains on the bottoms of the cabinets, so I cleaned those as best as I could before priming.

I also removed the hinges before painting.  Nothing bothers me more than painted over hinges.  Okay, that’s an exaggeration, but still, it’s a detail that should not be overlooked.  Once removed, I cleaned and shined them up with Brasso.    Quick tip –  put the hinges and screws in separate bags and label them so you would remember which hinge goes where.

I painted the piece with Benjamin Moore Advance paint a custom soft white color with a satin finish.  I used Benjamin Moore Advance in Blue Suede Shoes for the cabinet interiors.  I wanted a surprise splash of color on this piece.  The blue color is so pretty – sort of a Greek blue.  After the first coat of blue, those darn oily stains bled through – even with my cover stain primer.  No worries, I used a coat of shellac and that prevented any further bleed through.  If this ever happens to you don’t panic!  Just try a coat of shellac to seal the bleed through.

I finished my restyle with some pretty blue and white ceramic knobs.

I love that carved detail on the doors, too.

Thanks for reading by blog.

Susan

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