Before Pinterest, I would’ve probably thrown this old Ikea stool out and bought a new one. Sad…I know, but true. The thought to revive an old Ikea stool would’ve probably never entered my mind. However, now that I’ve been shown the error of my ways, I’ve started to look at things I would’ve normally tossed out in new ways. I think we’ve had this Ikea stool for almost 10 years and as you can see from the before pictures, its seen better days.
This old Ikea stool was made of plywood and needed some repair. Before I started sanding and painting, I needed to glue the edges of the legs together with some wood glue. Once that was done, it was a really easy project to makeover this old Ikea stool.
Ikea Stool Makeover Supplies:
- sand paper (P80)
- palm sander
- painter’s tape
- tack cloth
- news paper
- spray paint (black & white)
- Sharpie black paint pen
- semi-gloss clear sealant
Ikea Stool Makeover
1. If your stool needs repair, do so before you start to paint or sand. If your stool is in good condition, you can skip this step.
* I needed to repair the plywood on my stool with some wood glue. *
2. Sand all the paint or finish off the stool. Do both the top and the underside of the stool.
3. Wipe down the stool with a tack cloth to make sure you get rid of all the dust.
4. Spray the stool with a coat of paint. If you feel the wood grain rise, do another light sanding, wipe down with your tack cloth, and spray paint again. Do two or three coats until you get the desired coverage you want.
5. Tape your desired design on stool. Take newspaper and cover areas you don’t want over spray on. Spray with white paint.
6. Remove tape. Touch up any rough edges with the black Sharpie paint pen. Finish with a clear sealant.
There you have it. A super quick and easy way to makeover and revive an old Ikea stool.
The after look looks so contemporary and awesome! good thing you repainted it! Its looks really expensive after =) #CreativeMondays
The makeover looks great!
Kelly
Hey! I wanted to let you know that I loved your post and featured in in this weeks Creative Spark Party. Thanks for sharing it with us!
Thanks so much. Headed over right now to link up.
Wow it doesn’t even look the same and I love the black and white! You are absolutely right pinterest has changed my thought process too! Thanks for sharing on the Four Seasons party
Great job! Your stool looks like brand new and I love the design you chose. Thanks for sharing with Creative Spark Link Party.
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This looks amazing! Pinned. Thanks again for being a part of our party. I hope to see you tonight at 7 pm.. Lou Lou Girls
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Thanks so much for linking up at Teach Me Tuesday. Your post was greatly appreciated! I hope you will come back and visit tonight at 8pm CST.
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Have a wonderful day!!
I could do this! Thanks for sharing!
Great transformation! I’m one of those people that just toss things out. Seeing posts like this and others on Pinterest inspire me to look at the things I want to toss in a new way.
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LOL – good old pinterest! Every time I mention something I saw on pinterest, my hubby gets hives! LOL – I’m always saving something from the trash! Your stool came out great! And, who doesn’t need a pretty little stool for the kitchen or bathroom? Love the black and white! Julia
Love the makeover, your stool looks great! Good job. Thanks for linking up to Sweet and Savoury Sunday, stop by and link up again. Have a great day!! Laura@Baking in Pyjamas
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LOVING THIS Erlene! 🙂 Aren’t sharpies just the best thing ever!? Way to go!
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Your stool looks awesome! Great job!
WOW! Love this, so simple yet such a huge change. Thanks for linking up!!
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The stool looks 10x’s better. I also use to be one who threw items out. Now I try to save them. Thanks for sharing this at the Snickerdoodle Sunday.
What would we do without Pinterest?! Your stool looks wonderful!
Great DIY! Thank you for sharing this at the #WWDParty – Happy Summer Solstice 2014!
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Love this makeover! I’m glad you could save him instead of throwing him out (Pinterest has converted me as well) Great work!
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I’m glad Pinterest showed me the error of my ways, too! I love how creative people are when it comes to stuff like this. Your stool turned out awesome! Thanks for sharing with Hump Day Happenings.
Isn’t Pinterest such an amazing and addictive site 🙂
Love the re-do! Thinking I need one of these for my toddler to get to the sink, totally see this fitting into a themed kid’s bathroom or just looking cool in the kitchen.
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such a great job on this stool makeover– just stumbled, tweeted, and about to pin, too! Thanks for linking up with Motivation Monday this week 🙂
Thanks so much Mitzi! It’s greatly appreciated.
I love the simple upgrades that make a big impact! I’d love it if you’d link up to The DIY’ers. homecomingmn blog
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does look a TON better after the redo 🙂 Great tute!
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I love this makeover. Simple, functional and stylish. Bravo!