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Restoration Hardware is famous for it’s weathered wood surfaces.

Years ago I set out to create this look on our dining room table, which was painted black.
It was actually a super simple process, so I thought I’d share with you how I did it.
The first thing I did was sand all the black off.
I could’ve used a paint stripper, but it was the middle of winter and I didn’t want the fumes.
Besides that I always work on impulse, and sandpaper and a palm sander was all I had on hand.
I didn’t worry too much about getting in all the nooks and crannies.
When that was all sanded I lived with it like this for a while.
Then when I couldn’t stand the orangey color anymore, I headed to Home Depot and got some weathered gray stain.
I used a cheap foam brush and a rag to apply the stain and then wipe off, until I got the color I was hoping for.
 The result was just what I was looking for.

A close up of the before below….

And the after.
For not much money and minimal work, it made a huge difference.
xoxo

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    1. Carol@6WilsonBlog.com says

      LOVE THIS!! Really gorgeous, Melaine. And I'm in love with all the green accents, too.

    2. Mariaelena says

      I have been loving that weathered gray look for a long time but this is the first I'm hearing of this product…I LOVE how yours turned out…looks amazing…below is my DR that I redid years ago but still not loving the orangey top…it has a laminate…do you know if I could use this stain on here???…also just did a big post on my bedroom redo…lots of painted furniture…check it out…here's my old post of dr table I'm wondering about…http://cottagelivingfrombeachtoburbs.blogspot.com/2011/02/dining-room-redoi-love-how-this-turned.htmlthanks, Mariaelena

      • Melaine Thompson says

        I took a peek and I think if u used Annie Sloan chalk paint maybe in old white on the top, the contrast would be beautiful! It would go ovee laminate perfectly! Just don't forget to follow up with the wax! Good luck !

    4. Little Farmstead says

      I thought I loved the sanded down version until I saw the weather grey finish! Looks so good! Thanks for explaining how you did it. 🙂

    5. Hannah says

      LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE! this is my next project! i used the weathered gray on the table in my eating area and every day it makes me happy! i am DYING to sand my farmhouse table because it IS the orangey color…and shiny! Yuck! did you palm sander not make a ton of dust inside the house? it looks so great!

    6. CourtneyM says

      Love that look! Did you also use the sander on the legs of the table or just with paper by hand?

    8. Linda@Coastal Charm says

      Your table makeover looks outstanding!!! Thank you for sharing this gray stain…gotta get me some.

      Blessings,
      Linda

    10. T says

      Really pretty! Such an informative "keeper" post. I think we all have a few orangey pieces we could do without. Gray stain to the rescue.

    11. Donna says

      Love the table and that wonderful wall hutch! The whole dining room is fabulous. What flooring do you have in there and liv rm?

    12. Anonymous says

      Melanie, great project! I have been wondering how t achieve this style for awhile. Can you use this technique on pieces that have not been painted ? I have an old pine hutch that is very orangish? I was thinking of painting it, but like this look better. Thanks! Tracy

    14. Betsy Cobb Gordon says

      Love this, looks fabulous. I'm still working on that beast of a farm table I scored and shared with you. I might have to strip it and do something like this.

      Betsy
      West of the Square Designs

    15. Betsy Cobb Gordon says

      Love this, looks fabulous. I'm still working on that beast of a farm table I scored and shared with you. I might have to strip it and do something like this.

      Betsy
      West of the Square Designs

    16. Anonymous says

      Great look and easy. Did you seal it? Seems like some protective coating would be needed if the table gets regular use.

    17. Joanne says

      Do you think this would work on wicker? And, would I just put it on top of the faded brown? If not, does anyone know if a product that would give me that look?

    18. Unknown says

      You always inspire me, and this post is no exception! I also find myself wondering where that incredible mason jar 'carousel' came from? It's exactly what I need in my home. 😉 Cheers, Hx

    19. foreverdecorating says

      Inspiration for sure! This is sooo popular right now and looks fabulous. The china cabinet is awesome too! Love that you have open space.

    20. Unknown says

      I love, love, LOVE this! The pops of green in your dining make me think of Spring and I love that too! Thank you for the instructions on achieving this look. I have a table in my kitchen nook that is longing for a do-over!
      Blessings to you,
      Patti@OldThingsNew

    21. Jen says

      Love this-did you not have to put a protective coat on it? I'm stripping a dining table and trying to decide on a finish.
      Thanks!

    22. Summers Cottage says

      I'm wondering about sealing it as well? Does the rubbed in Varathane do the trick or would you put polycrylic on top?

    23. Unknown says

      I just love the weathered look! Great job,Your whole home is just beautiful. From Terri @http://www.mygrayhaven.com/

    25. Unknown says

      Lovely!! I have a *shiny / laminate top* Thomasville like dinner table with 3 leaves… could I use this stain product on top after sanding? Thank you!

    26. Jennifer Smith says

      Actually quite! Such an useful "keeper" write-up. I believe most of us have a very number of orangey bits we're able to complete with no. Dull spot on the save.woodworkingbuddy

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      I have read your post. great review. Most informative.
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    39. Hubert D. Kim says

      Thanks for sharing your tips. You are so dextrous to do that. I'm not good at painting. I found a lot of useful information here.

    40. Ronald says

      I am so thankful for this information. I wanted to paint some laminated pieces but wanted to make sure it wouldn't peel and looked professional. I actually wanted a color similar to what you used so now I feel really confident taking on this project and hope my finished product looks as good as yours.

    45. Tom Brady says

      Look nice and rustic! My wife extremely likes this space. Thanks your share! I will try doing the same one!

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      People have known for centuries that when they burned wood with a torch, the wood suddenly became more resistant to weather when used outdoors.

    57. Allison says

      I love painting furniture too much. The above pieces are so beautifully made. I'm so inspired with above pieces. I got some old pieces and think to match with my existing furniture see here and hope to get great look as shown above. Anyway, thanks for sharing. décor

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