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A Second Life for Patio Furniture

May 13, 2009 by dailygnome 14 Comments

After the kitchen table makeover, I felt inspired. So I continued with my Project Procrastinators Party and began looking around the house for additional pieces to paint and breathe new life into. I finally set my sights on our tired bistro table and chairs. We bought them a few summers ago and have taken very poor care of the set. Leaving it outside, exposed to the elements. All winter long. I thought about restaining but while shopping at my favorite neighborhood nursery last weekend I spotted a bright cherry red table and chairs and returned home with a mission:

Before:


After:


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Comments

  1. Laurie says

    May 14, 2009 at 2:00 pm

    Absolutely love the red! Great job!

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  2. Tami (Pixeltrash) says

    May 14, 2009 at 3:26 pm

    Such a huge difference! Very summery. I think you’re ready for a party!

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  3. The Brannon Family says

    May 14, 2009 at 3:33 pm

    Can I come over? I’ll bring lemonade and cookies….great job. Super Cute!

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  4. KMfamily ;-) says

    May 14, 2009 at 3:39 pm

    Awesome!!!
    That red really pops against the outdoors.
    Great job!!

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  5. Kara says

    May 14, 2009 at 5:40 pm

    Oh my goodness, what a transformation! They are lovely now!

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  6. Richie's 2ts Inspires says

    May 14, 2009 at 5:45 pm

    An awesome transformation. Lovely & I love the form of your summer furniture.

    Cheers!

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  7. june@craftyniche says

    May 14, 2009 at 6:55 pm

    I love the color! Great job!

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  8. BugaBoos Creations says

    May 14, 2009 at 7:55 pm

    Love this and Love the Color!! Awesome!

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  9. Elizabeth says

    May 14, 2009 at 9:40 pm

    I love the bright red! It makes the set look brand new!

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  10. Kim @ Manning Family Tree says

    May 14, 2009 at 10:07 pm

    I love them painted red!! They are fabulous!!!

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  11. Sharon says

    May 15, 2009 at 2:08 am

    As everyone else….LOVE THAT RED! Great stuff!

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  12. Melissa @ The Inspired Room says

    May 15, 2009 at 4:17 am

    That is the happiest table EVER.

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  13. mary says

    May 15, 2009 at 4:32 pm

    This looks absolutely FABULOUS! I love the color red that you chose. Awesome!

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  14. Vee says

    May 15, 2009 at 7:50 pm

    Love the red! It looks so cheery and bright.

    Reply

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