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    Home » Furniture Makeover » Vintage Record Table Cart

    Vintage Record Table Cart

    Published by Gail | Published November 15, 2019 | Updated September 10, 2022
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    A vintage record table found used and abused for $5 at a thrift store gets a great new look. Don't overlook great bones, the blemishes can be fixed. #MyRepurposedLife #vintage #record #table #thriftstorefind #makeover via @repurposedlife

    I got a great deal on the vintage record table. Would you believe it was only $5?

    Vintage Record Table

    I'm sure a lot of people passed on it, not realizing it's full potential!

    Table of contents

    • Vintage Record Table
    • Clean Thrift Store Projects
    • Replace Vintage Record Cart Top
    • Use Pre-Stain Conditioner
    • Amazing Vintage Record Table Makeover

    Clean Thrift Store Projects

    I brought out my favorite Krud Kutter to clean up the dirt, grime and nicotine. The rack on the left is original, the one on the right has already been cleaned with the Krud Kutter and lightly sanded.

    I used the Krud Kutter on all of the metal parts, including the casters.

    Replace Vintage Record Cart Top

    The top on the vintage record table was in rough shape and it was pressed wood, so I knew I wouldn’t be able to save it.

    Use Pre-Stain Conditioner

    I cut a new top for the vintage record cart out of a scrap 1x12. Sometimes I get so giddy about having a board the right size, that I neglect to see that it has a really ugly grain to it. Thanks to Rodney for routing the edges for me because I couldn’t find the wrench to my router (table).

    I used some Minwax Pre-Stain Conditioner prior to staining.

    After the conditioner dried, I used  Minwax Jacobean dark stain on the 1x12.

    Not shown: I also sanded the bottom wood pieces and used the stain on them. (It’s difficult to take pictures with your phone while you are staining)

    After the stain dried, I sealed the wood pieces with some Wipe-on Poly.

    Okay, here’s the amazing AFTER! The only problem? When I saw this picture on the computer I noticed the funny grain of the wood . . . I hadn’t noticed it before. The lift up sides on the vintage record cart are really handy, don't you think?

    Amazing Vintage Record Table Makeover

    This was a pretty quick makeover, but it took a LOT of elbow grease on the metal parts.

    Can you believe it’s the same vintage record table? I’m amazed at how different it looks.

    Have you rescued and renewed anything lately? Maybe you should PIN THIS for later?

    gail

    See more great record cabinet redo's here

    These Metal Leg Tables would look great with this vintage record table.

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    1. girlfromwva

      September 10, 2022 at 8:44 pm

      ❤

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    2. Lizzy

      November 21, 2019 at 12:51 pm

      Great makeover! I could easily see this for sale at West Elm.

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    3. Rodney LeCompte

      November 15, 2019 at 8:06 am

      Always great to see your work Gail.Never cease to amaze me with your visions.Keep up the great work👍✌️

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    4. Jennie

      October 14, 2017 at 11:53 am

      Ooo, have you thought about putting wood on the arms that pop up? You could then use it as a bar and tidbit table as well as holding your vinyl and maybe your turntable.

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    5. Susan

      April 10, 2016 at 9:04 pm

      It looks gorgeous Gail! You did a beautiful job and I love Krud Kutter!

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    6. Theresa

      April 10, 2016 at 6:10 pm

      I love the grain in the wood. Gives it a lot of character.

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    7. Reenie

      April 06, 2016 at 10:37 am

      Very cute!!

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    8. Merryjo Agnel

      April 05, 2016 at 11:54 pm

      What a great finished product. I love it!

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    9. girlfromwva

      April 05, 2016 at 5:40 pm

      what a great finished product. i love old (sorry, vintage) carts like this. you did a great job!

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    10. Betty

      April 05, 2016 at 5:27 pm

      I think the stand turned out great. I love the grain because it is different.

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    11. Kate

      April 05, 2016 at 4:32 pm

      I want that owl!

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    12. Mindi

      April 05, 2016 at 1:54 pm

      Wow what a transformation! The metal looks fabulous, way to go Gail! I love the wood even if the grain is different, it adds character!

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    13. Melissa's Antiques

      April 05, 2016 at 8:57 am

      I love it! Think it turned out wonderful. My husband and I each had quite the record collection before we met. We've combined it to a black metal rolling record cart that also holds our record player and another stand alone record holder. Both auction buys - $1/each! 🙂

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