How to make an old chair look new again
I sure hope my sister is not reading my blog today…. she may just change her mind when she see’s how you can take these simple steps to make an old chair look new again…. especially when it’s her chair.
Would you believe that this chair in my office with it’s clean classic lines and modern look is 27 years old? I only hope I am aging that gracefully. It was actually from my sisters first dining room set from Broyhill, and when she opted for something different a few years back, naturally I raised my hand to take it. The table is actually being used in my husbands office here.
When I tell you that any 20 something year old chair can be updated with just a few steps, it’s true. I will show you and I promise, you will never get rid of those old chairs again. Besides, isn’t everything old new again?
Steps to make an old chair look new again.
For the Chair base- Most seats are removable from the bottom and can be removed with a screw driver. Take your seat cushion off and put aside to recover.
Sand the chair frame, apply some primer and 2 coats of paint. I used SW Pure White on the updated chair with a paint sprayer.
For the Seat Cushion- Measure your seat cushion and add on about 4 inches. This will be the fabric that you will need. Secure the fabric in place with an upholstery stapler or heavy duty stapler. I space my tacks about 3-5 inches apart. Trim away any excess fabric. You certainly don’t want to see the fabric hanging when you look at the chair.
Gotta go, it’s my sister calling…she wants her chair back!
What old piece of furniture have you made look new again lately?
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Looks great! Love projects like this!
xo Heidi
Beautiful!
Thanks for this post. Your chair is so fresh and lovely. Hugs,
Lots of work on a chair, but really an easy update for a whole new look. So glad you have power again!
Love the makeover. I love doing chairs. I think they are such an easy redo compared to some projects. -well, except for painting the spindles! xo Diana
Great makeover, love the fabric.
Love the chair Laura and the beautiful fabric!…The chair is very happy that you gave it new life and a great facelift!
I have that same chair but it's in a pine color. I have them slipcovered. They sit at my dining room table. Your makeover looks great! I would've done something like that too if I didn't have them slipcovered.
So pretty! And chair makeovers were one of my very first DIY's when I moved to Chicago! And should I admit that back then I chose green. Hunter green. Yes, it was the 'it' color in the 90's!
🙂 Linda
beautiful! it's amazing what fabric and paint and tlc can do!
Yes, she will totally want this beauty back. You better hide it…….fast!!!
Looks so beautiful! You better watch out if I were your sister I'd come back for it or sure.
I love repurposing older pieces. The chair looks great with its fresh white coat of paint.