Happy day, friend! Today I’m re-sharing an older project – this Lane cedar chest I scouted out at Goodwill awhile ago. It’s actually a pretty funny story of how I found it and brought it home, and you can read the whole story here.
I’m also sharing several other painted cedar chest ideas further below – the older ones look so gorgeous updated!
Here’s a look at the inside of the vintage Lane chest. The whole piece was in great condition, it just needed a little refresh.
The chest was really low, so Guy in the Garage and I added some curvy bun feet to the bottom. It gave it some much needed height and added a little extra glam that was missing.
Then I painted the outside white with Fusion Mineral Paint. I’ve used this paint several times before, and one of the benefits is there’s no topcoat required.
Here’s how this Lane cedar chest turned out…
I believe it originally had a big cushion on it, so it could also be used as a bench seat.
This vintage Lane chest looks decades newer now, still with the same original good bones it always had. I’m happy to say it found a forever home quickly. 🙂
Now for some more creative painted cedar chest ideas:
This unique piece below had a drawer underneath the chest area. The reddish tint made it a prime candidate for bleed-through, but eventually I beat it (plus the new handles are so chic)!
BEFORE:
AFTER: How to Update a Cedar Chest Without Bleed-Through
It’s hard to tell, but the cedar chest below was busted along the bottom and side. I salvaged what I could and repurposed the lid into a totally new project.
BEFORE:
AFTER: Repurposed Chest Lid to Modern Farmhouse Bench
Next is a painted wooden chest makeover that was featured in my book Amazing Furniture Makeovers. However, it was later damaged in storage (ugggg) and I needed to redo again…
BEFORE:
AFTER: Creating Depth with Paint: Chest Makeover Take 2
This next project shows how to layer paint colors on a yard sale chest and add an image transfer for a truly unique style.
BEFORE:
AFTER: Painted Chest with Image Transfer
The wooden chest makeover below could’ve gone in many directions, but ultimately sometimes simple is best.
BEFORE:
AFTER: Farmhouse Style Chest Makeover + What to Do When You Have Too Many Ideas
Now for some painted cedar chest ideas from my friends (click the photos or links to learn more):
Friend, I hope you found some inspiration in the beautiful painted cedar chest ideas above. I’d love to know which ideas are your favorites in a comment below!
Now it’s time for Furniture Fixer Uppers with my blogging besties. Below are the Before photos – visit the links underneath to see the amazing Afters and to learn how they did it!
1. Confessions of a Serial DIYer
2. Salvaged Inspirations
3. Petticoat Junktion
Christy James says
This turned out SO gorgeous, Jen! I missed this one the first time around, so this was a very nice surprise! I hope you and your family have a very merry Christmas! XOXO
Denise - Salvaged Inspirations says
All these makeovers are gorgeous! Thanks for including me in your beautiful roundup! I have to say tho, the one that SHOCKED me while I was scrolling was the chest lid you added hairpin legs to… BRILLIANT my friend!!! Pinned 🙂
Rebecca Payne says
GREAT JOB ON ALL OF YOUR PROJECTS.
pamela d adler says
You are, simply, an inspiration!!! I took your positivity and jumped into a first ever paint project!!
The results are stunning!
So thank you, so much, for all you do!!
Caye Cooper says
I don’t know what planet i was on when that chest lid was turned into a table/bench with hairpin legs was shown, because it would have really have sent me saying, ‘WOW’. What a great idea. I would NEVER have thought of that!
ALL THE PIECES ARE JUST LOVELY!! Thank you so much for all your great ideas!
Hope you have a most wonderful Christmas!
Rita says
These are great!! I’m just now learning the business side to this hobby. I was wondering what your formula is for pricing?
Jen, Girl in the Garage says
That is the sweetest comment anyone has left me in a long time. ❤️ Thank you Pamela, and I’m proud of you!!!
Jen, Girl in the Garage says
Hi Rita, I don’t have an exact formula but this post might be helpful for you: https://girlinthegarage.net/2018/08/pricing-tips-selling-refinished-furniture/ 🙂
Jen, Girl in the Garage says
Thank you so much Caye! Merry Christmas to you too!!