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    DIY » Painting » Small Brass Table Makeover

    Small Brass Table Makeover

    Published by Gail | Published May 8, 2020 | Updated June 30, 2021
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    A free brass table needed a little TLC a few repairs, cleaning and a new coat of paint! Voila! A new table for my backyard fire pit area. Tips on cleaning and spray painting your upcycle thrift store projects. #MyRepurposedLife #brass #table #makeover #spraypaint via @repurposedlife

    Today’s makeover of a small brass table is quick and easy to do. Maybe it will inspire you to find something to upcycle this weekend. What else do you have to do?

    Inspect & Repair Project

    free small brass table

    This is the small brass table I got free from a friend a few years ago. Whether you’re doing a project you already have or a thrift store project, the first order of business is inspect and repair.

     

    repair loose joints

    One of the legs was very loose. I was unable to tighten the screw while it was in the base, so I removed a second screw holding the leg on and  pulled the leg from the base.

     

    add washer to repair table leg

    Tightening the screw was not working, so I found a washer and added it. Then the leg was very sturdy and not wobbly any longer. You can see the other two legs already had washers installed. I suppose that is why the lady gave this to my friend to give to me.

     

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    Thoroughly Clean Brass Table

    clean dirty brass table before painting

    I always clean my projects before painting them. For wooden thrift store items, I use TSP. For this small brass table, I decided to use Krud Kutter.

     

     

    Rinse After Washing

     

     

     

    rinse off dirt and grim

    Rinsing with the hose is the easiest fix for a project this size. Do not skip this step after using TSP or Krud Kutter! Don’t forget to turn it upside down.

    Spray Paint Small Brass Table

    spray paint small brass table

    As per my usual, I reached for some spray paint and turned the small brass table upside down to begin painting it.

     

    Follow Spray Paint Directions

    black small brass table

    Follow the directions on your spray paint can for recoating. Many times it needs to be within 30 minutes, or after 24 hours. It’s really important to follow the manufacturer’s instructions. It’s not always convenient, but if you can do it in the small window, really pay attention and do it after that window closes. Smile

     

    spray paint small brass table upright

    Turn the small brass table upright and continue to spray paint with two light coats.

     

    Spray Paint Gone Wrong

    spray paint bubbles

    After the paint dried on the brass table, this is what I saw. I washed and rinsed the project really well. I don’t know why it did this. It could be wax leftover from a candle, or maybe some perfume from years ago? There’s no way of knowing. I didn’t see any evidence of this spray paint gone wrong as I was painting.

     

    sand and wipe off spray paint oops

    The only thing I could think to do was to sand the paint smooth and recoat it. Be sure to DUST when you sand. Dirt, dust and debris are the worst enemy of spray paint. It’s not nearly as forgiving as chalk paint.

     

    recoat small brass table with spray paint

    Because it had been several days, I knew I could safely re-coat the brass table with more spray paint.

    Distress Brass Table with Emery Board

    distress paint with emery board

    In order to bring out the details I used an emery board, I buy them by the box on Amazon. I would love to have used some rub-n-buff  but I don’t have any on hand.

     

    Small Brass Table Makeover

    small brass table makeover MyRepurposedLife

    I’m trying to get enough tables for all the chairs by the fire pit in the backyard camper retreat .

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    small brass table around fire pit MyRepurposedLife

    I love how the black small brass table looks against the teal chairs! Notice anything familiar? That’s my repurposed shutter vertical garden project in the latest issue of Flea Market Home & Living Magazine !!!!

    flea market home and living magazine

    On the cover it says “Display Until 8.17.20”. It’s a Centennial Publication. This magazine is beautiful, and add FREE! I’m pretty giddy about the feature because it’s my first full page spread. Smile

     

    sad little table

    This sad little table is waiting for it’s makeover. I haven’t been able to figure out exactly what I want to use for the top. There are a couple of more small outdoor tables in the wood shed waiting for THEIR makeover. Stay tuned!

    Small Brass Table for Outdoor Use

    small brass table painted black for outdoor use MyRepurposedLife

    I love this quick and easy project, do you?

    gail

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    1. marianne mcpaul

      August 12, 2020 at 9:18 pm

      i liked it brass. But I LOVE it black! Great makeover!

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      • Gail Wilson

        August 13, 2020 at 2:10 pm

        Thank you so much! I love using spray paint to change up old, outdated items.

        gail

    2. girlfromwva

      May 08, 2020 at 4:05 pm

      so cute! that is the perfect size lil accent table!

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