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To paint or not to paint?

12 years ago
I have this table sitting on my enclosed porch right now for lack of a better place to put it. I am thinking if I paint it I will like it better, but I also don't want to wish that I hadn't at some point. Do you think I should paint it? I have problems figuring out what to put on it and decorate it with because there is so much going on with it already.

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  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Hello Callie,

    Honestly, you are between a rock and a hard place! It's a cute table, but if you are having challenges using it, then maybe it's time to paint it. I understand, however, how you feel about regretting it later, but if you paint it and you are able to use it then you won't even remember what it looked like before you painted it! Are you thinking black? Or white? or another color all together?

    Best of luck and please let us know if we can be of any assistance,
    Elizabeth Cabell, ASID, CID
    Cabell Design Studio
  • 12 years ago
    I bet you would love it painted a bright color or with chalk paint... I love the shape and a color would really highlight it's unique shape!
  • 12 years ago
    I was thinking black so that it works anywhere in my house, but I also considered one of the hot colors right now, like an aqua or coral
  • 12 years ago
    If the design on the table is paint, yes paint it! If it is inlay, no! Hard for me to see clearly...
  • 12 years ago
    yes it is paint
  • 12 years ago
    If you have already chosen the place where you will put if after it is painted, let the other colors in that area guide you as to what color to paint it.
  • 12 years ago
    If you don't already know where you will put it or what color to paint it, then painting it will not make it any better or more useful. You would be money and time ahead to donate it to Goodwill or Salvation Army and treat yourself to lunch while you are out.
  • 12 years ago
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    I agree that you need to have a place in mind for it and then paint it accordingly. You can always be SAFE with black, but will black look nice where you want it?
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Paint away!
  • 12 years ago
    Yes,,,,,,black!
  • 12 years ago
    For once Fred makes sense LOL....let it go
  • 12 years ago
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    But here is a little something you could put on it for the holidays;) Of course place the table in the window for maximum viewing!
    'A Christmas Story' 40-Inch Leg Lamp · More Info
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    High gloss white with new pulls.
    Modern in Montvale · More Info
  • 12 years ago
    It's on my porch and I don't have another place for it. It came along when my spouse moved in with me and I feel bad getting rid of it or sticking it in the basement. Here's what my porch looks like which is a work in progress!

    https://www.houzz.com/discussions/any-ideas-for-my-front-porch-dsvw-vd~671612
  • 12 years ago
    Paint it! I have a similar table and I painted it a purple punch...no regrets!
  • 12 years ago
    The wicker furniture is white and you have red pillows that really pop on the settee, but I wouldn't want a red table! How about chalk paint? Google Annie Sloan chaulk paint and the website will pop up.
  • 12 years ago
    Its a nice table but if you are tired of the look then paint it in a colour that would compliment your decor . You could re apply stencils if you wish or just leave it plain.

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  • 12 years ago
    Use Annie Sloan chalk paint and then finish it off with her wax.
  • 12 years ago
    Paint it........it looks dated and dowdy right now. With a bright color, it will look young, fresh and unique.
  • 12 years ago
    The Annie Sloan paint does look fun. I was thinking about buying a few of these pillows along with some solid yellow pillows, so what color would you paint it?

    http://www.crateandbarrel.com/decorating-and-accessories/outdoor-pillows/laurel-20-sq.-outdoor-pillow/s619361
  • 12 years ago
    There you go! You're on your way! Love the pillows.
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    I would definiltly use Annie Sloan paint! I love your pillows....and your porch!!! It's me but i really like the yellow or turquoise paint for a table...good luck!
  • 12 years ago
    Actually, if you purchase the pillows, I'd paint the table navy. Somehow that feels a little more sophisticated against the grey wall and white trim with the white furniture. This would allow you to do accessories in yellow/red/white with a small green plant that would make it feel more dynamic. It's a cute table but, to me, not so super special I would choose to feature it in an electric color by the front door.
  • 12 years ago
    I was thinking a turquoise color or bright blue as well, but I think nwduck might be right about navy. I don't know that I really love the table enough to want it to stand out. What do you think about hanging some turquoise sheers on each end of the porch behind the settee and the swing? Maybe hang them in front of the pillars so they balance out the space? But I don't know if that would be awkward being about a foot from the window
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Paint it white! Something that will make the finish look like restored furniture
  • 12 years ago
    Navy.
  • 12 years ago
    no no no no nono nooooooooooooo, unless that finish is damaged beyond repair, PLEASE DON'T PAINT IT.
    it's gorgeous!

    if you don't know where to put it, paint will not help in any case, so give it to someone who will love it and use it. those flowers/leaves look hand done, and they're wonderful.
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    First I would decide where you could use it and give it a purpose. Do you have an entry where you could add a mirror and some lamps with it for an inviting welcome wall? Do you have a sofa that is not against the wall and you could put it on the back side? Do you have a hallway that you could use it in? Find a purpose then choose a color to compliment that space.
  • 12 years ago
    Its staying on my porch and I am leaning towards Annie Sloan Aubusson Blue
  • 12 years ago
    pretty color blue
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Somebody, I hope not your husband, already stenciled this Sheraton demilune console table, thereby destroying its value.
    Therefore, it doesn't matter particularly what you do to it. I think, however, that painting it will just make matters worse.
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Once painted it will be difficult to go back.
  • 12 years ago
    Thank you, I will definitely check with his sister. I asked him if if would care if I painted it and of course he doesn't, but I didn't even think about her.
  • 12 years ago
    Paint it. Be sure to seal it with Polycrylic sealer from Minwax. It doesn't have the yellowing effect like a polyurethane.
  • 12 years ago
    Well his sister has never seen it before, so it must have been his ex-wife's :) So its getting painted! I'm excited to try the Annie Sloan paint!