Just a quick follow up on our Coronet Wonderfold project. I'm sure there are some out there that consider me border line nuts for picking up some of these rehab projects. And yes, there are times when I've kicked myself for way underestimating how much time and effort was going to be expended. This particular project was borderline.
Lots of time was spent removing all the old finish but these stained out very nicely and at least I was able to find a way to hang the pieces up which really helped expedite this part.
My wife found some nice neutral tweedy seafoam colored fabric to replace the vinyl. Fortunately it was pretty pliable and anything stiffer would have been really tough to work with. The brackets for the back cleaned up nicely with a fresh coat of Rustoleum hammered gold and I was able to find a way to suspend the frame pieces outside for their new satin lacquer top coat. The backs were the toughest part and required using some spray adhesive and making sure everything is aligned properly the first time.
Time to reassemble!
Was all this trouble worth the effort? Well, looking at it from fiscal standpoint, maybe not so much. But looking at it from a gratification standpoint, I'd have to say definetely! If someone like myself doesn't grab and rehab pieces like this, there's a good chance they will end up in that furniture showroom in the sky aka the "dump". I just can't let that happen on my watch and these are just begging for a new appreciative MCM home.
Looking a whole lot classier than where we started out a few days ago!
So, do you think this was a worthy project? I'd love to hear your feedback!
They look really good! As for how worthwhile a project it was...You seem pleased with how they came out, as well as happy that they aren't going to end up in a landfill, so I'd say it was a pretty worthwhile project for you, all in all.
ReplyDeleteThanks Dana, Not all projects need to be profit oriented. It's cathardic to me to be able just be able to save what's worth saving.
DeleteWow...those are really beautiful! I would say they were worth it. If they don't bring in the big bucks, at least you know you gave them a second chance at life!
ReplyDeleteThanks Susie, I like the way they turned out and look forward to finding them a good home!
DeleteI like these, very nice. They look way more comfortable than unpadded wood folding chairs.
ReplyDeleteThanks Dave, They do sit just as well as they look! I like the blue upholtery. Gives them just a bit more of a touch of class.
DeleteThey look amazing! Great save.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much! There are some projects that bring out the muse and not so much having to make so much! They were fun to work on and another learning curve taken on...
DeleteWow, gratifying indeed! They came out amazing. I always think it's worth it. You brought them back to life!
ReplyDeleteAnd they already found a new appreciative home! I didn't think they would be around long!
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