We decided to transform an extra living room ( which we called the kids room) into our new dining room . My husband found old furniture at the Salvation Army for $200 : 6 chairs , a dining table and a china cabinet . And $60 for the side table.
We repaired and painted the furniture. Reupholstered the chairs.
We took out the wall to wall carpet to find very nice hard floor below which I just cleaned and polished.
The walls were repaired and painted .
New rug and chandelier . Electric boxes were also upgraded.
We did this room for less than $1,500. And it is ready for Christmas diner !