Had some bronze legs off an old coffee table. Used the two shorter end pieces to try to make an antique looking piece to go with a white metal framed bed in a guest room.
Stained and then painted and sanded back to give a weathered and antique look.
Have said a week long project just because of the time waiting between coats.
Estimated Cost
$110 including handles which were $22 for three.
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Minwax Jacobean Stain, Vaseline, White Satin Paint. Applied the stain and let dry for 24 hours. rubbed thin smear of vaseline on areas wanted to show through the paint. Painted and let dry for 24 hours. Sanded by hand with 400 grit paper. Painted again and let dry another 24 hours. Sanded again by hand with 400 grit paper.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner