10 August 2011

Hacking Update: That's more like it! *Updated with paint color

My sister ahem, client sent me pics of the improved color of her dining room buffets.

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Remember, these are Ikea's Edland two-drawer chests - which have good lines to begin with.
But, nothing much beats a few coats of high-glossy plus extra lacquer for funsies. Oh, yeah, and some stepped-up hardware. **The paint color is "Daring" by Sherwin Williams - and it was professionally sprayed. We found the Indian hardware at a local antique co-op.**
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The first go-round was a little pinky-peach....
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While our goal was for true coral. Check it with the chevron kilim and fuchsia velvet.  Looks amazing against the wallcolor, too.  BTW, the walls are painted in Sherwin Williams Mindful Gray.
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Some finishing touches are in store, but I'd say this room is well on her way to outright fabulousness.
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51 comments:

  1. nkpAugust 10, 2011 at 11:02 AM

    Wow, it really looks fabulous. Love your fun color palette and they beautiful way in which you've managed to marry traditional and contemporary touches. A really great-looking room!

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  2. nkpAugust 10, 2011 at 11:03 AM

    oops..."the beautiful way..."

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  3. Heather (love your space)August 10, 2011 at 11:14 AM

    love it! coral and fuschia is hot hot hot.

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  4. Bri@MeyouandawienerAugust 10, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    Old color was pretty but the coral is even prettier!

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  5. LeahAugust 10, 2011 at 11:31 AM

    so pretty! love the more vibrant color with all the other elements in the room. the mirrors are great too!

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  6. Susie RileyAugust 10, 2011 at 11:31 AM

    That room is STUNNING! Love the new color, and how it stands out yet balances the room so beautifully. GREAT JOB!!

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  7. Elisa @ What the VitaAugust 10, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    wow this is so beautiful!! the color, the glossy paint, and the hardware. perfection...

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  8. KathysueAugust 10, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    Isn't it amazing what a couple of coats of paint can do. I know she must be thrilled. Love the mirrors I use one like this in a clients entry, it is an all time fav of mine,
    Kathysue

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  9. Mr. Goodwill HuntingAugust 10, 2011 at 11:53 AM

    I say I do share the same with everyone. This is quite an amazing space!


    Rashon aka Mr. Goodwill Hunting

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  10. The Scott's CribAugust 10, 2011 at 11:59 AM

    Those turned out gorgeous!!!! I want to see more of her spaces.

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  11. Leah in DallasAugust 10, 2011 at 12:04 PM

    I love these Ikea Edland pieces, but not loving their original finish. This glossy paint and WOW color sure make me want to run up to Ikea and purchase! Would you mind sharing the "how to" for the paint?

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  12. bundinibrownAugust 10, 2011 at 12:17 PM

    Hi. Looks Fab! Do you mind sharing the paint color?

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  13. My Interior LifeAugust 10, 2011 at 1:21 PM

    Yes, have you shared that coral color yet? Because it's perfect. Love it with the fuschia and black/white chevron. So fun! Brilliant decorating!

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  14. IngridAugust 10, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    Wow those are beautiful! I have loved those Edland pieces but did not love the finish and hardware. This is a perfect look! I can't get enough high gloss and the gold hardware is beautiful. Would you mind sharing what that color is and where the hardware is from. I would also love to know what lacquer she uses. I just got a benjamin moore stays clear but have not tried it yet but I am always looking for a great lacquer. I would love to see more from her house!

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  15. court.August 10, 2011 at 2:34 PM

    I can't believe it's not butter, I mean, IKEA!!!!! These are gorgeous and the paint looks professional! I'm loving it!

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  16. marty (A Stroll Thru Life)August 10, 2011 at 2:45 PM

    They are fabulous and I love the color. Hugs, Marty

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  17. JessieAugust 10, 2011 at 4:39 PM

    This is such a beautiful room. Love the two painted chests, you picked a very pretty color! And the gray walls are fabulous! Great job!

    P/S: Come by and join my giveaway for a chance to win a $75 gift card from Arcadian Lighting!

    Jessie
    www.mixandchic.com

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  18. Dayka (Life +Style)August 10, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    GORGEOUS! I've been dying to use those somewhere...

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  19. McKenzie BrittonAugust 10, 2011 at 7:24 PM

    love this rug- also happened to click on the rug and saw the yellow/cream trellis design rug... Where did you get the yellow one from or who is it by? It's just what I have been looking for!!

    mbp1217@gmail.com

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  20. LindsBAugust 10, 2011 at 8:05 PM

    loves it! I think I need to go out and get a pair of these now- love this hack project!

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  21. katieAugust 10, 2011 at 8:08 PM

    I also would love more info about how to paint these guys to get it to look like that! i'm about to attempt my own and want them to look the same!

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  22. my favorite and my best- MFAMB to youAugust 11, 2011 at 4:59 AM

    amazing.

    golf claps.

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  23. HeatherAugust 11, 2011 at 6:27 AM

    WOW! LOVE this

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  24. Lindsey E.August 11, 2011 at 7:53 AM

    Love, love, love it!!! Great dining room!

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  25. BaileyAugust 11, 2011 at 8:54 AM

    Yum.

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  26. eileen @ happyhorsesh-tAugust 11, 2011 at 10:13 AM

    That is a really beautiful room!

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  27. radn@HouseonAshwelllaneAugust 11, 2011 at 10:31 AM

    beautiful buffet! I love how the ming chairs look so updated.

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  28. Linda@ Lime in the CoconutAugust 11, 2011 at 11:04 AM

    WHAT a fab room! Love all of your touches, the dressers look amazing in the Laquer! Did she do it or have it sprayed on?

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  29. modern janeAugust 12, 2011 at 3:25 AM

    I featured these today!

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  30. barbara@hodge:podgeAugust 13, 2011 at 9:26 AM

    Fabulous hack! Came via modern jane, love the colour!

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  31. carlosAugust 13, 2011 at 9:40 PM

    This is the most gorgeous colors one would want to have in his/her house. Thank you so much for sharing. We will be doing a house repaint in the coming week and it seems i just found the color I want :) thanks a lot.

    "braun multiquick 3 k650 reviews"

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  32. Naomi@DesignManifestAugust 15, 2011 at 9:09 AM

    Gorgeous color!! Always nice to have a good coral paint in the arsenal.

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  33. christine {bijouandboheme}August 16, 2011 at 6:01 AM

    I absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE how these turned out- the colour is perfection and the laquer....heaven!!

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  34. Jena @ Involving ColorSeptember 10, 2011 at 7:52 PM

    Wow, the color color looks great and I love the dining room! I'd love to add this to the paint and furniture galleries on my site www.involvingcolor.com and include you in a feature blog post. You wouldn't have to do a thing, just let me know if you're interested! Do you know the wall color in the dining room? It's a great color!

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  35. (Eileen) a creative daySeptember 19, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    Looks amazing! its amazing what a little lacquer can do! just found your blog- love it! def adding to my blog roll :-)

    eileen
    www.acreativedayblog.com

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  36. Lesli at My Old Country HouseSeptember 20, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    OMG OMG OMG I adore this makeover! Stunning and so simple a fix in the big picture! I am hands down your newest follower, and i hope you can pop over to my "Old Country House" and follow me too!!! LOVE THIS BLOG! the gemstones...ti die!

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  37. lizziefitzSeptember 20, 2011 at 7:45 AM

    Beautiful! Gorgeous! New and fresh. Thanks for sharing. Would you mind revealing the wall paint color? It is lovely with the coral:)

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  38. IrelandSeptember 20, 2011 at 9:10 AM

    so beautiful.....

    Would you mind sharing your wall/trim color with me?

    so inspired....

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  39. DinaSeptember 20, 2011 at 11:39 AM

    Oh my heavens, just gorgeous! What color are her dining room walls? I love that gray...thanks!

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  40. KimSeptember 21, 2011 at 12:00 PM

    I LOVE it! I paint everything and what a difference ... the color is fabulous ... and in answer to another comment, I'm not sure what lacquer you used, but my new favorite is "Eurothane Varnish" by Fine European Paints. It is $65.00 a quart ... pricey ... but fabulous.
    What I also love is the mirror image, these two pieces together with matching lamps and mirrors! Thank you for sharing!!

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  41. KimSeptember 22, 2011 at 5:09 AM

    I commented yesterday, but forgot to leave my email, kimmacumber@comcast.net. Love your blog ...I have just started my own and having fun navigating this blog world! Would love for you to check in ....
    KimMacumberInteriors.com

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  42. Junk EvolutionSeptember 26, 2011 at 11:27 AM

    I just found your blog and love that dining room. Our shops theme for Oct. is Orange you glad it's Autumn, so I'm drawn to anything orange right now. I never would have thought to use it with grey but it's beautiful.

    Char

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  43. Lori FlahertyDecember 21, 2011 at 6:02 AM

    Love the colors. Gorgeous!

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  44. Kristy @ I Design LoveDecember 28, 2011 at 5:32 PM

    Gorgeous! I love the color, they look like a custom piece.

    Kristy
    www.idesignlove.com

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  45. PamFebruary 6, 2012 at 11:56 PM

    I.LOVE.IT!!And will now have a different way at looking at IKEA's furniture selections next time I visit. I've been inspired!

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  46. vbFebruary 7, 2012 at 9:50 AM

    what sort of place do you go to get it professionally sprayed?

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  47. alison@MLHPFebruary 7, 2012 at 2:17 PM

    @vb
    Most professional painters have a power-sprayer they can use for furniture.
    In a pinch, you could approach a body shop, too.

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  48. Helena - A Diary of LovelyFebruary 9, 2012 at 5:29 AM

    wow I love it, and actually I really like the pink too, would look lovely in a little girl's room!

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  49. MyChampagneTasteFebruary 9, 2012 at 7:14 PM

    amazing.......found you on pinterest :))) love it

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  50. AnneMarch 26, 2012 at 1:50 PM

    Do you happen to know if they sanded or prepped the pieces before spraying? I love this exact piece but have been reading that IKEA furniture doesn't hold onto paint well. Makes me nervous investing in a piece if it will scratch off.

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  51. JaneSeptember 1, 2012 at 7:34 AM

    I featured this dining room yesterday on my blog Finding Fabulous...I just love it!! It's such a great idea to find an affordable side board or two! And then spray them in glossy paint! Love how it's traditional yet totally chic and updated!

    jane
    Finding Fabulous
    www.findingfabulousblog.com

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