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May 28, 2014

Faux Reclaimed Wood Finish Using ScotchBlue™ Painter’s Tape!

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Disclosure: I am proud to be a 3M sponsored blogger, and, as part of my responsibilities, I get the opportunity to evaluate new products from ScotchBlue™ Painter’s Tape. Opinions are my own and additional product used in the project were selected by me.

Hi Friends! A few weeks ago I shared the second rendition of our Modern Farmhouse Bedroom Makeover. While the glam look was fun, I wanted to create a more cozy and rustic space that fit my style a little better. Painting our current furniture wasn’t an option because it is still nice and I didn’t want to ruin it, BUT that didn’t mean I didn’t WANT to! So, I came up with a way to give our current nightstands a mini makeover with a Faux Reclaimed Wood Finish using a technique that wouldn’t ruin the current finish.

Easily give your side table a rustic look using ScotchBlue Tape, a wood slab and stain! 2

The entire cost for updating two nightstands was less than $100!

Faux reclaimed wood table top cover!

Instead of creating a table top using several pieces of wood that would vary in height and also need a lot of sanding annnnnd take more time, I created the look simply by sectioning off a wood plank using ScotchBlue™ Painter’s Tape for Delicate Surfaces with Edge-Lock™ Paint Line Protector and using 4 different shades of stain/paint.

Faux reclaimed wood table top using ScotchBlue Painter's tape and different stains!

I love the new rustic and industrial look this gives are nightstands. It really transformed them!

Nightstand beforeafter

See how easily you can transform an entire room by simply changing a few pieces?

And want to know the best part? Instead of standing down the existing finish, or securing them to the top of the nightstand with glue or nails, I just slipped a piece of non-slip drawer liner between the table top and the wood! Ta da! It is really secure and this way I can easily take them off if I decide to go a different direction in the future (because there is a good chance I will).

Ready to learn some tricks on how to get this look?

Supplies for Nightstand

Supplies

(Cost and supplies for TWO nightstands)

– ScotchBlue™ Painter’s Tape for Delicate Surfaces with Advanced Edge-Lock™ Paint Line Protector #2093EL $10 

– 1/2 Pint Rust-Oleum® Driftwood Oil Wood Stain  $5.48

– 1/2 Pint Rust-Oleum® Dark Walnut Oil Wood Stain $5.48

– 1/2 Pint Rust-Oleum® Ebony Oil Wood Stain $5.48

– 1/2 Pint Minwax® Fast-Drying Polyurethane $6.47

– White paint $5.00 (not pictured)

– Non-Slip Drawer Liner $4.00

– 24? X 72? unfinished wood – $36.00

– Foam Brush $.50

– Rag

– 120 Grit Sand Paper $5.00

TOTAL: Roughly $85 for both nightstands

* Note: Prices may vary depending on location.

Nightstand Makeover via @tarynatddd

Start by measuring your existing nightstand (or table) to find the dimensions of your wood tops. I added 1″ on each side for a little overhang.

Faux Wood Nightstand Top via designdininganddiapers.com

Apply a solid coat of Dark Walnut to the entire surface. This will be your base layer. I prefer to apply my stain with an old rag, but you can also use a brush.

ScotchBlue Nightstand Makeover

Let it dry overnight. First, clean the surface. I keep a huge bag of these microfiber cloths handy because they pick up dust so easily and do a great job cleaning my surfaces. Now it’s time to tape! I found that taping off the entire surface first helped create straight lines and made it easy to create varying ‘planks’.

ScotchBlue Nightstand Makeover2

Once the surface is a sea of blue, it’s time to create your first layer of faux planks. (I wanted the ‘planks’ to be a little wider, so 2 strips of ScotchBlue™ Painter’s Tape for Delicate Surfaces = one ‘plank’ in this look.) Remember, to get the look of real reclaimed wood you’ll want to vary the ‘planks’. Since there isn’t a true pattern this was pretty easy. I used a X-acto® knife to cut a straight line through the tape and peel it off. I did this in different sections of the table and made sure they didn’t touch.

ScotchBlue Nightstand Makeover3

I applied my first layer of stain. Once that was dry, I peeled off different sections and applied a second shade of stain. I did this for the three colors (Ebony, Driftwood and white paint).

ScotchBlue Nightstand Makeover4

For the white paint, I used a dry brush technique. Meaning, I blotted the brush until it was almost completely dry and then applied it to the wood. This way it didn’t fully coat it.

ScotchBlue Nightstand Makeover6

To help get the look of the reclaimed wood, I distressed it using 120 grit sand paper. I used an electric hand sander because it is faster, but if you don’t have one you can also use your own man power!

Lastly, seal it using a semi-gloss poly.

 ScotchBlue Nightstand makeover7

 Now place it on the top of your table with a non-slip pad and you are done!

Easily give your side table a rustic look using ScotchBlue Tape, a wood slab and stain!

I love the new industrial chic look this gives my nightstands! To view my latest Modern Farmhouse Master Bedroom Makeover click here.

Disclosure: I am proud to be a 3M sponsored blogger, and, as part of my responsibilities, I get the opportunity to evaluate new products from ScotchBlue™ Painter’s Tape. Opinions are my own and additional product used in the project were selected by me. Follow on ScotchBlue™ Painter’s Tape Facebook page , ScotchBlue™ Painter’s Tape Twitter page  and  ScotchBlue™ Painter’s Tape Pinterest page

About Taryn Whiteaker

Taryn Whiteaker is the voice of style behind TarynWhiteaker.com (formerly Design, Dining and Diapers) ! Taryn is a previous PR/Marketing professional who got back to her creative roots after becoming a mom and now shares her passion for home decor and design for the world to see. Taryn lives in the greater Seattle area with her husband and three kids and loves coffee, the outdoors, and exploring with her family.

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Comments

  1. cassie says

    May 28, 2014 at 5:30 am

    love it! i just love your style! :)

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  2. Aniko @PlaceOfMyTaste says

    May 28, 2014 at 6:51 am

    What a great tutorial! Love it! Pinning!

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  3. Erin @ DIY on the Cheap says

    May 28, 2014 at 8:23 am

    This turned out great! Love it!

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  4. [email protected] Sew Can Do says

    May 28, 2014 at 8:43 am

    This turned out so nice and love the way it’s removable to switch things up!

    Reply
  5. Ashley @ Simply Designing says

    May 28, 2014 at 11:05 am

    Absolutely beautiful!!!

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  6. Liz Fourez says

    May 28, 2014 at 6:10 pm

    Gorgeous, Taryn! I love how easy this makeover was without damaging your existing piece!

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  7. Stacy Risenmay says

    May 28, 2014 at 6:29 pm

    I love it! It looks so amazing especially with the reclaimed wood above your bed :)

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  8. Katie says

    May 28, 2014 at 6:41 pm

    Oh I love the wood top you made!

    Reply
  9. Kristine says

    May 28, 2014 at 6:54 pm

    Absolutely amazing! I love the way these turned out. Super creative!

    Reply
  10. Debbie refresh resytle says

    May 28, 2014 at 9:24 pm

    I love, love, love your table! What a great idea :)
    Debbie

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  11. Emily @ Two Purple Couches says

    May 29, 2014 at 4:15 pm

    Very, very cool! And I love that it’s something you can easily swap out if you want to!

    Reply
  12. Laura @ Make Life Lovely says

    May 29, 2014 at 5:43 pm

    Your table is beautiful! I love everything about it!!

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    • Taryn says

      May 29, 2014 at 8:36 pm

      Thank you so much!

      Reply
  13. Deb says

    May 29, 2014 at 7:42 pm

    Such a great idea! I am most definitely trying this out : )
    Deb from ht

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    • Taryn says

      May 29, 2014 at 8:33 pm

      Thanks Deb! Can’t wait to hear how it turns out :)

      Reply
  14. Shelly Andrade says

    May 30, 2014 at 4:24 am

    Your nightstands turned out AWESOME! Where did you find a 24″ piece of wood like that? I didn’t realize they even sold them that wide.

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  15. [email protected] says

    May 30, 2014 at 7:42 am

    This turned out AMAZING, Taryn! An absolute work of art!!

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  16. Stephanie says

    May 31, 2014 at 7:13 pm

    This is brilliant! Nicely done!!! Checking you out from the link up at Tatortots and Jello!

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  17. Kristin @ Yellow Bliss Road says

    June 1, 2014 at 11:16 am

    I always enjoy your makeovers Taryn, but the nightstand is gorgeous!!!

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  18. [email protected] says

    June 3, 2014 at 2:03 pm

    That looks so cool! What a clever idea!

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  19. Danielle says

    June 14, 2014 at 12:36 pm

    This is SO creative! Also, I love how it’s not permanent in case you decide to change your mind later on!

    Reply
  20. sharon garofalow says

    June 14, 2014 at 9:20 pm

    Whoa. This is such a great idea! I wouldn’t have thought to add a piece of wood with a different finish to a nightstand but it totally gives it a whole new look! And the different stains really makes it interesting! SO many ideas running through my head right now!

    Reply
  21. Amanda {Burlap & Babies} says

    June 19, 2014 at 8:14 pm

    Wow!! That is stunning! Great job! Would love it if you shared this at our Motivational Monday party on Burlap and Babies!

    {http://www.burlapandbabies.com/2014/06/motivational-monday-jun16.html}

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