We place it on the table saw to cut it. To get the proper size you cut it in half minus the thickness. This one was 61 inches and it was 3/4 inches thick.Divide 61 by 2= 30.5
Subtract the thickness of the bed 30.5 minus .75 = 29.75
One side of the bed will be cut 31.25
the other side of the bed will be cut 29.75
We try to find a “third” leg that matches, but sometimes we just have to go with what we have.
This is our arsenal. One drill to make a pilot hole, another to sink the screw head, and the third one to actually drill the screw in. Having 3 drills really makes the work go a lot faster!
Cutting the plywood across the front is not an easy task for me.
Someone can probably tell me what this kind of thing is called. I know what it’s used for, but I do not know the technical name. I made my own by using some old dresser drawer pieces and my battery operated nail gun. I shot some really long nails through a thin board.
It keeps the plywood raised off the table, to make painting it easier. As I said, I don’t know the real name, but I have seen them on HGTV.
I like to use 2 coats of primer.
A put about 2 1/2 to 3 coats of black on this bench. I used a brush, however, I did use some spray paint to make sure I got in all the grooves of the appliques.
Apparently, I was so busy getting ready for our show, that I forgot to take an “after” picture.
I used silver rub-n-buff on the appliques. It really highlighted the details.
You can see it here in one of my pictures from our show in Glendale.
Ted Hall says
April 25, 2015 at 7:23 pmHi, May I ask how much this would bring at a craft sale?
gail@myrepurposedlife.com says
April 25, 2015 at 9:05 pmTed,
I would sell this kind of bench for around $125.00 Some people may ask more, some less.
gail
The After Craft says
March 21, 2010 at 5:36 amThat is just… wow… stupid cool.
What a great idea.
Jane says
March 16, 2010 at 12:16 pmAmazing! Thanks!
The Elegant Thrifter says
October 31, 2009 at 8:37 pmSo good, and your how-to is excellent, as always. Stan
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Carla says
October 27, 2009 at 5:54 pmOh my goodness!!!!! I am officially impressed!!!!! That is absoulutely beautiful! Even without the ‘after’ photo!!!
Chari says
October 25, 2009 at 10:40 pmHi Gail…
Just checking out your delightful blog since I’ve become a follower!
My friend, I love, love, LOVE your little corner bench…it’s gorgeous! What a fabulous idea for repurposing an old headboard…I love this idea!!! Thank you so much for sharing it with us and all the “how to’s” as well!!!
Warmest wishes,
Chari @Happy To Design
Jen R. says
October 25, 2009 at 9:35 pmThat bench turned out fabulously!!
Maryann @ Domestically-Speaking says
October 24, 2009 at 3:22 amWhat a great idea to make it into a corner bench. Love it!
Leanne says
October 24, 2009 at 3:52 amI love it as a corner bench and I love it painted black. You did such a beautiful job. Thanks for sharing and thanks for the visit. Have a wonderful weekend.
Marilyn says
October 23, 2009 at 7:52 pmThat is just darling!!!!
Debilou~Mississippi Mama says
October 23, 2009 at 5:58 pmi just love these benches you do.. absolutely love them.. i have the perfect place to put one like this.. You really have a talent for this repurposing. Thanks for sharing.
Funky Junk Interiors says
October 23, 2009 at 3:45 pmI would never even have thought of doing something like that! What a cool idea! Old headboards certainly have new meaning these days. No wonder they’re now hard to find in the thrift stores!
Well done! It’s really cool!
Donna
Gina @ The Shabby Chic Cottage says
October 23, 2009 at 2:05 pmWhat a great spin on the headboard bench. Love it!
Sarah says
October 23, 2009 at 2:03 pmno freaking way, how innovative! seriously, you’ve got a great eye for design when you can spot a headboard and turn it into such a unique piece of furniture. excellent job!
FleaMarketTrixie says
October 23, 2009 at 1:52 pmwhat a neat idea to turn it into a corner bench, great job!!! very cute, love the black.
Cinnamon Berry Lane Primitives says
October 23, 2009 at 1:08 pmGreat job! I enjoy stopping by to see your creativity. Blessings Leah
I Play Outside The Box says
October 23, 2009 at 12:11 pmTha turned out great!!
Miss Mustard Seed says
October 23, 2009 at 11:05 amWhat a cool idea! I’ve seen headboards turned into benches, but never a corner bench like that. You took a dated headboard and made it a really special piece. Well done!
Candace says
October 23, 2009 at 4:16 amI love it!!!
Gina Sisco says
October 23, 2009 at 3:14 amFab job, you know how to handle those tools. Isnt it great!!!
Lissa says
October 23, 2009 at 2:54 amJust goes to show that nothing can be too hideous to be made into something gorgeous! Love it!