A good sanding and fresh coats of paint and stain gave a tired buffet hutch a new lease on life.
The project
This Facebook Marketplace find was a challenge! Although the hutch was in great, sturdy condition, it was painted in some type of milky white coating – almost like a plastic coating. It took ages to sand and kept blocking the sander paper. The Ozito random orbital blasted through like a champ, though!
The staining took really well and the spray gloss went on perfectly – until I put my hand on it to reattach the doors and left a lovely hand print! I thought it was dry but apparently I'm still learning what "dry" means!
I re-listed this on Marketplace and it sold within 13 minutes. The joy in knowing that someone would love an old piece of furniture made new again is everything!
More upcycling inspiration
Dana also transformed an old buffet into this striking Hamptons-style piece.
We've also put together a collection of our favourite upcycled buffet projects shared by Bunnings Workshop members.
How to upcycle with paint
Painting is a quick, easy and affordable way to upcycle furniture. You can learn how with this guide: How to upcycle almost anything with paint.
Check out How to paint and upcycle a chest of drawers and How to upcycle a hutch for more upcycling inspiration.
Let us know if you need a hand with your own project. We're here to help.
