Thrift Store Valet

Gramz Quilts — Thu, 17 May 2012 20:30:00 GMT

I spotted an ugly valet at the thrift store yesterday. Since I was riding my bicycle and they wouldn't hold it for me, I hoped it would still be available this morning when I had my car. Lucky for me it was still there.

It really was hideous. The wood tray and legs were in remarkably good condition. Unfortunately, all the shiny brass was discolored and worn and the seat had been badly upholstered with an ugly orange fabric.

I hoped with a little TLC it would provide a spot for my DH to stow all those items that are removed the moment he gets home from work. Hopefully, he will no longer wander from room to room seeking those items. And, I hope, it will prevent me from trailing along behind him picking up those little piles which usually end up in the laundry anyway.

After disassembling and cleaning the individual parts, I determined the wooden parts were in good shape and would require no additional attention. I discovered the bad upholstery job had protected the original faux leather underneath - bonus! So the only things that needed sprucing up were the metal parts.

I bought a can of flat black spray paint and went to work. In a couple of hours I was able to reassemble it.

I think the black metal sets off the wood legs and tray; the colors (if not the style) work well with the mission style furniture I love.

I hope DH likes it enough to use it.

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Thrift Store Valet