Oh what fun it is to be with friends! Today is Trash to Treasure Tuesday where my blogger gals and I get together to share our latest makeovers and creations with you to INSPIRE. What you see below is my focus of today’s post – you will see my friends’ posts in a bit. My good friend, Mandy, spotted this entire set on the curb and claimed them for me. Woot! Therefore, you are in for a dining set makeover. 
I will be honest that when Mandy sent me the picture of the chairs that she had found asking me if I wanted them…I hesitated. Why? Well, if you’ve followed me for long, you know that I have undoubtedly sworn off working on all painted furniture. For good reason too, I’ve earned my promise to self by mentioning past problems before.
However, I adore rose back carved chairs. There were 6 of them, so that meant I could have an entire set. Now to find a table to match this Mid Century style. Oh, and by the way, these chairs are by Park Furniture Company, known for their gorgeously, intricate pieces.
STORY CONTINUES
My story continues when I hopped on Craigslist to find a table. I was determined to not drive outside of my city to make a purchase. I have no spare time and needed to know if this was going to work. Amazingly, within 5 minutes I found the perfect table to go with this dining set makeover. I was stoked, but also that pit in my stomach feeling like headed up the first hill of a roller coaster. Know what I’m sayin’?
Now, when I say this table was perfect, I mean that the leg taper matched the chairs, and the routed top match the lines of the seat of the chairs. As for the actual table, it needed much TLC. Nothing I can’t handle, right?
In addition, the table is made of solid maple and has potential. However, I definitely have my work cut out for me. Even the legs had been chewed up by a dog.
*post sponsored by HomeRight (see full disclosure)
Not a problem for my Bondo. hee hee. I’ve used this awesome stuff in many makeovers, as seen here, and works like a charm. In this picture, I’ve applied it and it just needs to harden and then be sanded down.
While the leg repair was curing, I set about to sand down the table top with my orbital sander. Since the finish was so worn, it came off pretty easily with a 120 grit paper.
While sanding, I did notice a few deep watermarks and stains. They were slight enough that I hoped would be invisible once stained.
FINISH TIME
After all the sanding and prep work was done, it looked as though all was good to go for staining. I chose to try a new-to-me product this time, General Finishes Gel Stain in Java.
My reasoning for choosing this particular stain is because maple can be hard to stain. It can come up blotchy and I’m all too familiar with the headaches it can bring. I have only heard rave reviews on General Finishes gel stains, and did my research to find out they are known for breaking the blotchy barrier. What I mean is, no wood conditioner needed. Thankfully, there are no taking lengthy steps to get the blotches to go away. Honestly, it sounds too goo to be true, but I am game to try.
The stain went on easily and gave the look I was after. However, there was one minuscule spot that resisted about the size of the tip of my pinky finger. Ugh…for real? It had to be because I missed it while sanding. Since it was on half of the table I fixed that side only. First, I wiped it down with mineral spirits to remove any residual stain so it wouldn’t clog my sanding pads. Then, I used the 120 grit paper again to tackle it one more time.
It worked like a charm, but too well since the extra sanding opened up the grain to soak more stain in. The side I just redid was a bit deeper than the other side and the extra leaf. Do you see where I’m headed with this? I head-smack myself and then tackle the extra leaf and other side in the same way. Needless to say, this was a user problem, not the stain and am happy to report all worked out fine. Whew!!
TIME FOR PAINT
While the top was curing, I gave the skirt and legs a nice coat of a soft white with my paint brush.
Now for the daunting task of getting those painted chairs ready for a new coat of paint. Honestly, I dreaded all the prep work. However, I was also excited to see them made new at the same time. My little Corner Cat sander worked like a beast to help me whip these chairs into shape. What a workout that was!
Once the chairs were done, I cleaned them up and headed out back to break out my HomeRight Super Finish Max Extra Sprayer. mwahahaha… Bring on the fun!
Likewise, you know I love my sprayer and have shown you many times how I’ve used it to save my sanity in these past posts.
I filled up the sprayer and am ready to go. The key to a great finish is:
- Use the right tip for the job (I used blue)
- Have the right paint consistency (follow manufacturers instructions)
- Get the flow right. I suggest practicing on scrap wood or cardboard before you start.
Then, I used a custom color I had from a previous project. I love its muted, neutral tone. It’s a flat finish, but I intend to use a satin poly topcoat once my paint has cured from two layers with two hours in between. Can you believe I had each layer on all six chairs done in less than twenty minutes? No brush could beat that! Onward with the dining set makeover…yippee!
FINE DETAILS
Before I added my poly topcoat, I wanted to draw out those lovely carvings. To do that, I applied a bit of glazing with another custom color I had on hand.
After the paint cured, I applied the two topcoats with my sprayer and let cure. Then, during that time, I recovered the chair seats in new upholstery using my stapler, and we’re ready to roll. I’ve always referred to tackling upholstery is like wrestling a cat as it can be painfully scratchy. This was no different, but my AirStrike sure made the job of putting on new upholstery easier!
THE REVEAL
Let’s see this motley crew dining set makeover, shall we?
The outcome is just as I’d hoped and more so. Here’s to deadlines and crummy weather! haha.
Isn’t that top such a rich looking beauty? That stain did such an awesome job getting that dark contrast I was after. And the three coats of poly I used made it shine new again.
CHAIRS
Then there’s the chairs… They were a cinch with to work on with my Super Finish Max.
Seeing the soft muted tones of the chairs play against the table makes my heart sing. The fabric sets it all off nicely, I think…do you?
I’ve always thought that the best part about extension tables is that you can have a large space or small depending on company and your home size. When friend and family come, break out the leaf. Yay!
My dining set makeover is complete and I hope you’ve enjoyed seeing how one man’s trash is turned into another’s #trashure. You can find this set and more available for purchase in my shop. (SOLD) We do ship to your door with the best rates around.
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GIVEAWAY
Now time for some giveaway fun! HomeRight and I are all about getting the right DIY tools into your hands. You can have this Super Finish Max Extra paint sprayer sent to you. Yay!
Easy entry – just fill out the widget below for as many entries as you like, daily even for more entries. Open to U.S. & Canada Residents 18 years of age or older. Winner will be notified via email and will have 24 hours to claim their prize. Be sure to check spam!
Additionally, pin and share this dining set makeover to inspire others to make their own home story using thrifted (or even curbside) finds.
FINDING HOME
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Also, more projects like this dining set makeover:
I might have missed this part – did you apply the same satin poly top coat to the table? Did you use the sprayer to apply that topcoat to the table or a brush? Thanks!
Yes, I mentioned using it on the table too. I used a foam roller for the table top since I did a different topcoat to the table base. Hope that helps! 🙂
What a great save! I love it!
Thank you, Grace! Much work, but glad I tried.
The table looks so perfect with the chairs! Job well done!! I would love the sprayer and shelter because I have so many items to paint and clear out my garage!!
Thanks! I’m glad it came together so well.
Wow, Larissa, you worked hard on this set and the results are gorgeous! Thank you for the inspiration.
I’d like to paint my CD storage chest using the HomeRight sprayer and shelter.
I’m delighted to hear it, Christina. Thank you. Yes, much work, but so glad I tried.
The table and chairs look great. I just tried gel stain last week. It’s really different but I like it. I read that you don’t have to sand down to bare wood. I’ve put on one coat and it looks a little streaky. Do you think it’s best to use in on bare wood? Thanks for sharing.
Thanks! Yes, I used to hate Gel Stain, but had only tried one brand. I do like this much better and don’t think you have to be on bare wood, but it helps. You could wipe it down with paint thinner and try again.
Wow Lara, I hardly know what to say, I LOVE these chairs, hard to believe that someone put them by the road! What were they thinking???? LOL, The table and chairs together are gorgeous but I don’t think they would ‘ve been without that great stain. Hard, (for me), to tell what color the chairs are… it all just flows together beautifully. Another fabulous work of art by Lara!
Thank you, Jane. Yes, so crazy, right?
OMgosh, I forgot to mention … I’m in love with your darling shed/tiny house/hideaway in the background of your pictures. I want one too, lol!
You’re so fun! 😀
Just gorgeous, Larissa! 🙂
Thank you, Claudine!
The table and chairs are stunning! You do so well at choosing just the right colors for your pieces.
I’m flattered you think so, Denise. Thank you!
Nice job. I’m going to be painting a pair of end tables.
Thank you.
You did a beautiful job on the table and chairs. Love it. I have several things that I would use the sprayer on.
I was wore out, but so glad I did it. Thank you , Terri.
I stripped & painted chairs once, oh my goodness it was so labor intensive that I swore I would NEVER paint another one! This sprayer could make me change that promise! All of your makeovers are fantastic!
Oh yes, I kept saying how nice this set would be stripped, but it wasn’t going to be done by me! haha. Kudos to you! Thank you, Carol.
Whew! I would be exhausted. Love it!
I am! tee hee! Glad you love it.
LOVE the chair color!
Thanks! It’s one of my favorite neutrals.
Certainly fits the old saying of trash to treasure! Very well done. I have been researching gel stain, so glad to have read about your experience and preferences. You just gave me the boost of confidence I needed to try it. 🙂
Woot! 😀 I’m so happy to hear it, Amy. This is the only gel stain I would recommend. I once despised it because of the others I’ve tried.
The table/chairs redeux is gorgeous but that rug! LOVE! As always, you knocked it outta the park! Nice job!
Thanks so much! 😀
What a beautiful make over. Did you use any kind of top coat on the table top. It looks amazing. Love the color combinations. Great #trashure. These posts are my favorite. Love the collaboration. Thank You!
Thank you, Nancy. Yes, I mentioned 3 topcoats of poly on the table top. These Trash to Treasure days are fun!
Stunning! I am new to painting furniture and have a desk I am itching to do. I would love to try the sprayer.
Fingers crossed.
aww…thanks! You will love this sprayer.
You are so talented! I love what you did with the dining table and chairs.
I would tackle our three outdoor sheds first. They all need a good paint job.
You’re so sweet to say so, Cheryl. Thank you! 3 Sheds would be knocked out in no time.
Looks so pretty! I entered the contest for the sprayer-I have a set to do also!
Wonderful! Hope you win. 🙂
What a Perfect match. I couldn’t believe it when I first say the picture just how much the table matched your chairs. Love them curves and the detail.
What a beautiful make-over and looks great in your eating area. Really like the fabric you choose for your chair cushions. Really adds some color to the area. Great Job.
Let’s see; thing I would tackle first with the sprayer probably is to spray my hubby if he doesn’t leave my paint and stain brushes alone. :} Actually I do have a couple of chairs and a small outdoor table that could use a nice paint job and the sprayer would be really handy in doing them jobs; seeing that most of my brushes are missing or ruined.
Oh, Thank You for this wonderful giveaway opportunity.
Enjoy your week
You too!
It had me floored, but I knew it was a God wink. 😉 Thanks for the love, Colleen. oh my…hahahaha!! You sound like me! 😀
Beautiful job! I can’t believe the projects you tackle, haha! What a whopper! So pretty in the end! I’ve got a couple of dressers that need a hit with a sprayer!
I am a nut…let me tell ya. I think that’s the last one for a loooong time. whew!
Your dining set project looks amazing. I can’t believe that you were able to paint the chairs so quickly with the sprayer. Now I’d like to have one too 🙂 My first project would be a bench that is waiting to be built from an old crib that I picked up from the curb 🙂 It is always windy here, so the spray shelter has been on my wish list for sometime already. Thank you for this opportunity to win these items.
It is a must for me as it saves me time, money, and wear on my body. Sounds like a fun project!
Beautiful! I love saving old things and making them beautiful again…my house burned down and we lost everything but I’m staying positive by thinking of all the new old treasures I can now rescue for our new house!
Oh Amy, I’m so sorry. That is a wonderful attitude you have. Somehow you should get nominated for my Finding Home program.
The table looks beautiful!!
I have a vintage buffet that’s been waiting for an update.
Thanks! That would be a great project piece.
Wow! What an improvement! I would love a sprayer to paint my dining room chairs!
Yahoo!! Thank you for the giggle, Kelly! You will love this thing. Saves oodles in more ways than one!
I love the way it looks, really nice 🙂 You and some of the other Trash to Treasure ladies make me nervous to buy painted furniture. I love the look of it but if I ever get tired of it, it sounds like it would be a horrendous chore to repaint it. I have a ton of vintage metal furniture that I would like to paint. I wonder how the HomeRight would do with metal furniture? Do you think it would stick? I would have to choose a color that I could live with forever because stripping metal probably won’t be very fun. I have been following you guys for ages to get inspiration but have always been too nervous to try it lol. Thanks for all of your beautiful posts!
It just depends…haha. Repainting isn’t bad if the original paint job was a good one. I just hate fixing others messes. You can most certainly use on metal as I have with no problem. Choosing the right paint is key and prep work is key. You can do it!
Very Nice! What did you use to seal the table top? It’s beautiful.
Thanks! I used the same poly as the chairs.
Such a beautiful Job! I would love a tent and sprayer to paint a beautiful secretary desk that I picked up on a roadside. My lineup of painting projects is endless! Living in an apartment makes painting a bit more difficult……every day I dream about getting a spray tent.
Thank you, Dale. I hear ya. You will love these tools!
I love this project, especially the chairs! I have some “ trashure” chairs I would love to paint with this sprayer.
I just had to give them a try! tee hee! So glad you like it, Mary Ellen.
It’s amazing what a coat of paint will do! I have some chairs that I would love to try the sprayer and shelter out on!
Yes, that and a whole lotta elbow grease. 😉
I absolutely love those chairs. What a great find! I have one that I got a very long time ago. Painted it in the style of the time. Still love it, but definitely time for a redo. Great find on the table too! This was a huge project to tackle. Great job!!!
Mandy rocked the curbside haul! haha! So glad she did too. Sounds like fun and thank you for the love!
Just beautiful! I love the dark stain with the white skirt and legs.
I have mismatched chairs in my kitchen, so I would spray them all to match!
Love your work❤️.
Fun to mix it up a bit and tell a story. Thank you, Terri!
I love how this set came together, and how well that gel stain worked! I’ll have to give General Finishes a try, soon! As to the Home Right sprayer, just be sure to spell my name correctly, when I win! ?
I was so relieved it all came out as planned in my head. Sometimes, ya just never know!
I would love to use the HomeRight sprayer and shelter for the backlog of chairs I have in storage waiting for a beautiful new life. (Forgot to add to my previous comment.)
Sounds good!
It turned out so beautifully! I also just started using Java Gel Stain and LOVE it! I would love to get my hands on that sprayer! I have a similar project – large table plus 6 chairs to tackle in my shop right now!
It truly was much work and fun at the same time as I love a good challenge. Thank you so much! Here’s to Java Gel! 😀
So gorgeous! You are so talented!!!
Your words mean much. Thank you!
I always love your work. You are definitely are inspiring. I will use sprayer to refinish furniture more efficiently
You’re so sweet to say so, Phyllis. Thank you!
Wow, I am so impressed! That table turned out amazing, and the chairs are just lovely! I love seeing all your make-overs, you are so talented. I want to try that stain, I really love that table. What poly coat did you use on top? And I am afraid that the sprayer would not first be used on furniture here, but on our paddock fences. Ugh, they take forever to paint by hand.
Yay!! I’m so happy to hear it! I used a Varathane Poly (link is above). I would use it on that too and on anything! The sky’s the limit with it…really!
Love the makeover! You were lucky to find such a compatable table too! I’ve never used -sprayer but it looks like it’s the way to go! I’ll probably become addicted to refinishing. Or at least I could start On the furniture that’s collected in my garage!
Truly a God wink as He knew I needed a peace of mind about it. I bet you will be addicted too! It’s fun!
I love that you gave this set destined for the trash a whole new chance at life…it is just beautiful! Threw my hat in the ring for the new and improved sprayer too…I could use it! XOXO
I almost backed out…several times. But…I can’t resist a challenge! Your hubby should get you a new one for building that awesome stand! haha!
Oh, how beautiful! Everything is so seamless! I’m trying to get up my nerve to try my first project… You make it look so easy!
You can do it! And thank you for the love, Lynne.
Absolutely beautiful you have given me aspiration to tackle one myself!!!
yahoo!! That’s what I’m all about, Janie.
Larissa, what an awesome friend! Those chairs are just so pretty, I understand why you broke your rule about previously painted pieces! You have created a beautiful dinning set. Thank you for the opportunity to enter the contest for the HomeRight sprayer too!
You ain’t kiddin’! It was too much of a challenge to pass up. I’m glad I tried!
All of your hard work on this paid off as they turned out so beautiful! You always turn things into items of such beauty. Especially love the color of those chairs! I have a table and chairs that need painting so the paint sprayer would definitely make that work easier. I didn’t realize you could use the sprayer to apply the top coat. Learned something else new!
Such fun to hear, Debra! Thank you! You will love this sprayer.
Every thing I have read about this sprayer is wonderful. I have a different sprayer and I used it once, Not user friendly. would love one
I seriously can’t recommend it enough, Rosie. You will love it!
Beautiful make over! I have a dining set that I want to make over with chairs that have a lot of carvings on the back, a sprayer would definitely be the way to go. Thank you for sharing !
Thank you, Susan. 🙂 Oh yes, I wouldn’t do it any other way. Gotta get ya one!
I love the stain color! I do not own a sprayer but love to try one on a bookshelf!
Isn’t it the deepest beauty? I love it!
Wow! You really transformed these!! So talented!
It’s a delight to my heart to see the cast-offs made new. Thank you, Alicia! 😀
Beautiful makeover! I love the abc floor covering under the table and chairs. PLEASE tell me you didn’t make that too! And then please tell me where I can find one. I don’t know where you find the energy but everything you make is very impressive.
Thanks! I didn’t, tee hee, but got it from Decor Steals. I used to call my grandma the energizer bunny! 😀
The table and chairs turned out just lovely! I have two antique pieces that have so many swirls and nooks and crannies that I can’t bring myself to tackle them with a paintbrush. A sprayer just might save my life!
You are sweet to say so, LaVonda. Thanks! The sprayer makes those kinds of pieces a breeze for sure.
Love, Love, Love Java gel stain!!!
Wahoo!! Me too!
That whole set is stunning now! What an amazing save Larissa! xo
You’re so fun, Nancy! Thank you for the hug. 😀
I love it! This style chair with the rosettes is my favorite! I have a collection (from 3 separate sets) to get me my 2 arm and 6 side chairs for my dining room. And truthfully, every time I see them, I always want more! Beautiful transformation.
Exactly why I couldn’t pass them up. tee hee! Thank you. 🙂
This has got to be one of my favorites, Larissa! The two-tones together are beautiful and the fabric chosen for the chairs are perfect! I need to refinish a small chest of drawers and this product would make my job so much easier!
Wahoo!! That’s so fun to hear, Kathy. I truly had fun picking out the design of this set. Wish I had a sprayer for everyone.
I love the colors! My daughter wants to (ahem… wants ME to) refinish the dining room set she inherited from her Grandmother. You make it look so easy!
hee hee!! So fun and you CAN do it! 😀
The table and chairs look beautiful! I would love to have the sprayer to work on a dining room set I’ve had for 22 years. I don’t want to get rid of it!
Thank you, Danielle. I don’t blame you. They don’t make them like they used to!
This dining set is absolutely gorgeous. I hava a set i want to redo with the Homeright …yes please
How fun! Thank you, Cindy!
If I won the Homeright sprayer and shelter….I would finish my kitchen cabinet doors that have been waiting for *ahem* a couple of years to get painted and put back on the cabinets! thank you!
too funny! 😀
You just keep amazing me! These pieces found you and each other; I’m sure look better than what they did when new. I would use the HomeRight sprayer to redo a funky little end table/book rack for the boys’ room. This would be first, then watch out anything paintable or stainable that is standing around.
Yay! I truly think God orchestrated it all. You go girl!
I think it turned out beautiful! I am a sucker for floral fabric too and it looks perfect together. What a great find and what a great job!! Would love to win the Homeright sprayer too!
Thank ya, Sue! 😀 I know you will love this sprayer. It’s a must!
Beautiful, I have a similar table that I am planning to refinish. Thanks for the tips and ideas!
Thank you. and…you’re welcome. 😉
I am moving soon and will be looking in thrift stores to replace furniture pieces I am not taking with me. Oh my gosh, a sprayer will make the transitions of these pieces so much easier. I have been wanting one for a while!
It sure would. 🙂
Turned out great Larissa!!! Your usual masterful job 🙂
Thank you, Bryan. 🙂
That table and chairs is awesome. Wish I had a place for it. And you make it all look so easy. Great makeover Larissa!
Thanks! Glad you like it, Brenda.
I love the table and chairs. The fabric is just right. A lot of work but it looks wonderful. Great job.
It sure was a bunch of work, but those kinds are the fun that keep me going. Though this kind of set may be my last. haha!
Absolutely breathtaking! Those chairs are so beautiful and the top of that table wow! You have such and great eye for finding matching styles of furniture. You are such a talent!
aww…thank you for the awesome words, Kristina. I feel so blessed. 🙂
i=I really love the table and chairs! Now you’ve made me realize I can freshen up my kitchen set, as well as the nightstands I wanted to do. I’ve had them on my mental wishlist because I am disabled. But, a paint sprayer would make projects so doable.
That’s the DIY spirit! I know you can do it, Anne.
Wow! It looks beautiful! I have a wooden hutch that I need to paint but I’m a bit intimidated to even start!
Thanks so much! You can do it…just you wait. tee hee!
I would tackle our kitchen table.
That set turned out beautifully! We have 13 closets in our house, and most of them have louvered doors. It is going to be a pain to paint them all by hand. A paint sprayer would really make a difference in how quickly and how well a job we could do with them.
Fantastic to hear. Thanks! You definitely need one. I use it for louvers all the time. 🙂
Looks so pretty! Love the dark table top! I have a buffet in my dining room that needs to be rescued from the “cherry” phase!
Super fun to hear, Audra. Thanks for the smile. Yes, gotta love our phases! 😀
I would like to paint an old dresser.
Stunning! I have 3 sets of different dining chairs I’ve collected over the years that are in storage to be redone at some point. You have given me so many great ideas since I’ve been following your blog. Not sure which to do first!
Sounds like a whole lotta fun!
The table and chairs turned out great! I would paint a bookcase I have stored back to redo.
Thank you!
Have you fallen under the spell of Java Gel Larissa? It can be habit forming. I have been looking at the HomeRight sprayer! It looks awesome!
oh yessss…. It sure is! You will love the sprayer just as much or even more. tee hee!
Oh man, I neeeeeeed this! 🙂 The first thing I would do it spiff up our back fence. I’m putting it off because there’s no way I’ll paint it with a brush… Then I’m also considering painting my kitchen cabinets but I hear using a sprayer for the doors is the best.
Larissa, there were so many ads popping up on your site that I couldn’t even read the content. Do you have any idea why this would be happening? I’ve never experienced this before on your blog. It’s very frustrating.
Hmm…maybe clean your cache? I will look into it. 🙂
I would redo our dining room table set.
Love the chairs
Thank you.
This is a gorgeous makeover! The tabletop is especially lovely!
How delightful to hear. Thank you!
20 minutes to paint 6 chairs…I am in sensory overload! I’ve had that sprayer and paint booth in my Amazon wish list for over 6 months and none of my family members have even noticed. I guess I’m on my own on this one! I used the General Finished Java Gel on a buffet I redid 2 years ago. I love it so much I’m going to use it on another buffet I’ll use as an entertainment console. Great job!
Gotta get you one, Carol! I say it all the time that I wish I could send everyone one of these things because they’re that versatile. Yes, the Java gel is fantabulous!
Larissa, I’m so glad the chairs and table found you! 😉 You gave them beautiful new life. xo
Thanks, Jen! I think it was meant to be. 😉
Looks gorgeous! I would love to try the sprayer on my kitchen cabinets.
Thanks! It will work wonders for that.
Great job! It’s beautiful ?.
Thank you, Moriah. 🙂
Awesome and absolutely beautiful. I have several “waiting projects” that this sprayer would be perfect for.
Thanks! You will love this sprayer.
a very nice job on these pieces! Isn’t it fun to see the change when you finish? That sprayer looks like it made all the difference to get the job done!
Yes, it is very rewarding. Thank you so much!
I was not expecting that dark a finish! But I do like it. I have a set of chairs to paint – 6 of them – to replace a set I had already painted, but someone broke one – and I sure could use a sprayer! I do use the Zibra brushes – have repainted 2 bathrooms, including vanities, and have one to go.
Always a favorite of mine for many reasons. Sounds like you need one! 😀
The upholstery on those chairs is gorgeous! It is a beautiful set! If I were to win the Homeright sprayer, the first thing I would tackle is a dining set that I have next in line to flip.
You’ve made me giggle, Brandi! Thank you so much
Your set is absolutely beautiful! It came together so nicely. Thank you for sharing all,the little details too. I love the fabric on the chairs.
Had to give it a go as stubborn as I am, haha. Thanks, Tracey!
Wow, the sprayer looks so easy to use. I had another one that just did not work for me. I would love to try this one. I have big pieces to paint. Thanks for the awesome video tutorial. I love your work.
I was floored when I first used it and wondered why I waited so long. Hugs!
I’m planning to redo a dining set that my husband has had for a very long time. He has wanted to get rid if it, but I refuse to. I know it has another look at life coming up soon. We tried an inexpensive sprayer for another project, and can I just say that I’m glad it was flat boards that could easily be sanded back down (it was awful). A fancy pro-sprayer would be superb for what I have in mind for the dining set, and so many other things on my list of projects to do. *Your dining set turned out beautiful*
Go you! haha. This one is definitely one I suggest for many reasons. Like anything it just take a bit of practice and you’re off! 😀
First I need to say I LOVE what you have done with this table & chairs … I would love to refinish my Grandma Whaley’s buffet that is in need of some real love!!
Oh my, I Love this! Thank you for the inspiration!! I picked up a table with 5 chairs at a garage sale, very reasonable. I have been wanting to paint it, but I’m afraid to do so because I didn’t know where to begin! I was thinking staining the top and painting the chairs and table base. A couple of the chairs, they put screws through the legs to hold the rungs (dowels) in place. I need to figure that out. Love your work!!
I really love the new dining set, you would never know the table didn’t come with the chairs!
Crazy cool how it came out. I’m so stoked! 😀
I love those chairs! I have wanted this sprayer and the shelter every since I started following you, which has been about 4 years. Another beautiful job Larissa ❤
You deserve one, girl! Hope you win. 😉
Nice makeover. I want to tackle my ow dining room set. I’ve wanted to try a sprayer to help complete more pieces. I have a bedroom full of my “stash”.
Fun!
Beautiful job !!! You’d never really know they weren’t a set before the makeover.
Beautiful–absolutely beautiful! You have so much talent!
If I won the sprayer, I would tackle a small project first to get the hang of it. But, then, look out! I’d go to town on all the many wonderful items waiting in my garage to be redone!
You just made my day, Kim! 😀 Thank you so much. You will have a blast!
I absolutely love how that set turned out! I have some old bookshelves that have taken quite a surface beating – I’m really looking forward to giving them new life!
Thank you, Jennifer! 😀
Love the transformation! I’d paint my pew Turned deck bench with my new sprayer :-). Haven’t decided on the color yet but I’m anxious to get at it.
Thanks, Corry! That will be perfect.
Love the makeover! I would use the sprayer for the same purpose – to repaint acorn-carved dining chairs that sat in a barn for years and were pooped on by swallows! Thanks for the opportunity to win!
Sounds like a job like mine! 😀 Thanks for the love, Colleen.
I would redo a nightstand that I got at a yard sale.
Oh I hope I win that sprayer!!! I have so many projects I would love to do with that, but so little time. It would cut down on the time portion. This dining room set redo is lovely!
Thanks! I can’t wait to see who win. 🙂
Beautiful job. I have a bench that I’m tackling. I hope it comes out as well as your table.
WOW awesome job. I actually am trying to redo some chairs that must have 1000 staples in them so the chair is getting quite pitted removing them and they will need to be sanded and sprayed before recovering.
Thanks so much. 🙂 I hear you on that one. I like to use a stapler puller to prevent that. It only costs a couple of dollars.
My daughter has a vanity table that was given to her by a family friend, we’ve been wanting to repaint that.
My patio chairs. finally
My 91 year old dad just moved in with me and I am redoing the bedrooms in our house. I would use this to paint the walls, floors (and then stencil), and several pieces of furniture. Thanks.
We would use it for the boxes my boyfriend makes . He does a lot of woodworking so would be put to great use.
Your project turned out lovely. The first project I would tackle is a dresser that I had as a little girl. It is over 50 years old.
Thank you, Donna.
I would work on replenishing the wooden patio backyard chairs with the HomeRight Super Finish Max Paint Sprayer.
Made my heart sing just looking at your gorgeous transformation. Love the colour of the chairs. Wow!!
How sweet of you to say, Suzanne. Thank you!
An absolutely beautiful outcome! One of my favorite projects you have completed. You are very talented!!
Your words means the world to me, Marti. Thank you!
Years ago I had a set similar to this one (but not nearly as beautiful as your refinished one!)–now I wish I still had it! Lovely job. I love that you chose a floral fabric for the seats rather than one of the white/gray/black graphic patterns that seems to be all I see these days–I love me a bit of color!
Isn’t that always how it works. I have 20/20 past vision too. haha. Thank you for the giggle.
I saw this post a few months ago and was so impressed with the Homeright SuperMax sprayer I went and purchased it straight away! I also got the Homeright spray booth! I have used both several times and love them more each time I use them. As for General FInishes Java Gel…well it was love at first sight a few years ago. I now have 2 pieces I’ve used it on, a buffet and my dining table. I love these chairs, and with the addition of the table it’s a fabulous set! Great colors.
That’s awesome to hear! So fun to know that I’m not the only spray fanatic …haha. Yay!
How in the world did I miss this makeover…..now that’s what a real DIY should look like…lol. You have an amazing talent and when I first saw this I thought you were going somewhere else with it. I am so glad you went the way you did. This is a set, or not a set, to die for! I’ve used java gel in many places in my home but never would have considered using this on a table top. But it holds up very well and now may reconsider.
I do have a question for you. Have you ever painted over java with black paint and tried distressing it?? I am thinking of doing this and just not sure of the outcome.
You are too fun, Shirley. Thank you! I haven’t painted over it, but am unsure what you’re after. How about a glazing instead?
Ok well what I’m after is a brown black blend…very light sandi g to achieve that I would think. Sorry I should have mentionedd that.
I forgot to ask, what does a glazing do? I’ve never tried that affect.
Glazing is an easier way to add that effect your after by highlighting crevices, etc. with the darker color.
I am so drooling over those chairs. I am a chair nut and I am breathless over what you did with these chairs and that table.. My heart soared when it was all done and put together,
Absolutely beautiful!
You are such a kindred spirit, Marietta! Thank you.
Wow. BeaUtiful!!! Fantastic job with this one! WHat a perfect set that table made with the chairs!
I think spraying paint with Larissa for a day is on my dream list. I want to learn, hands on, face to face with the expert!!!
You are so fun, Becky! 😀 It would literally be a blast to have a day like that. woot!
Well we certainly know that you are a very talented lady and this project just proves it once more. I am very impressed that you managed to make the chairs look as if they were never redone. Like they had always been that color with that fabric. You have totally outdone yourself here! Although you did just as beautiful a job with the table, I just don’t think the chairs and table go together. I feel like the table should be older or round or super fancy or something, I just can’t pinpoint it. Maybe more dramatic than the chairs…I don’t know. I know you worked with what you had but maybe even a drop leaf would have done it. ANYWHO, LOL it’s gorgeous just like everything else you do!
I think the table is perfect for the chairs, agree with you, the lines match, the curves match. Everything looks gorgeous!
You are so sweet to give me such love, Kathy. Thank you!
Larissa, you did a superb job! I LOVE the fabric too. Seeing how easy the sprayer is to use and to clean, I would LOVE to have one to save my 73-year old body!! Want to do a couple of desks and a table and it looks like that sprayer would do a fantastic job—you described it so well! KUDOS TO YOU!!!
Awesome to hear, Caye. Thanks! It certainly makes the job a breeze and you would love it.