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Colorful Picnic Table Makeover

March 10, 2015

refinished picnic table
A couple years back I found a cool picnic table on craigslist that was a whopping 12 feet long.  Which meant everyone sitting around one table at the holidays.  It came in a gray finish and for a handful of years it did the trick.  But eventually the stain wore off and it started to look old and grungy–and not in a cool vintage way.  See what I mean, ick:
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For a while now, I’ve had this vision in my head of a cheery, bright and colorful planked picnic table in our backyard. With Spring fast approaching, this seemed like the perfect time to make that vision a reality.  So I got to work sanding and painting and sealing, until…
picnic table painted
Now when I look at the finished product I become overwhelmed with happy happy happy.  I just can’t help but smile when I see these colors.
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The table was stained with a coastal gray color so I began by sanding down the face and edges. I loooove my Black & Decker Mouse–its super easy to handle and gets the job done, not to mention its a great price.
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After I finished sanding I made sure to clean off all the dust really well.  I even stood up on the table and swept it a few times to be sure 🙂  Next, I painted one coat of Rust-Oleum satin white paint that is for outdoor use.  I didn’t stress about painting perfectly and I only painted one coat because I knew I would be distressing it later.
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Already so much better, but still just…blah.

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I waited over night for the white paint to be completely dry. Then I got started on the fun part–adding bits of color.  Now, here’s where I took a risk and with my limited knowledge about paint, I’m not sure how this will play out in the long run.  I used basic acrylic paints for the colors–many of which I had to mix to get the color I wanted.  Again, I didn’t worry about painting perfectly because of distressing.
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The acrylic paint dried very quickly. So within 30 minutes I was ready to start sanding again.  I began by distressing all the edges.  I tried not to switch the sandpaper very often because I like how the paint builds up on the paper and then it starts to distress in a unique pattern (see below). 15-IMG_1741
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16-IMG_1726Because I wasn’t sure how these paints would hold up outdoors in the elements, I ended with two coats of a clear outdoor spray paint to seal it.
And now I’m ready for Spring, fresh flowers, watermelon, strawberries and bbq’s with family & friends.  picnic table painted
refinished picnic table

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Ashley Stock

I'm Ashley. Sometimes I craft, occasionally I cook, everyday I write, and I'm always Momma. This is my blog. I keep it real while still seeing the rainbows and butterflies in all of life's lessons.

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  • Melissa
    March 10, 2015

    Love this!

    Reply
  • Hannah
    March 10, 2015

    Oh my gosh, I love, love, LOVE it! I’m having serious table envy right now. =)

    Reply
  • Amy
    March 11, 2015

    This makes me want to go buy a cheap Lowe’s picnic table just to paint!!!! Love it!

    Reply
  • Shay
    March 11, 2015

    I LOVE LOVE LOVE this table! Now, just wish I had a big enough outdoor space!

    Reply
  • Sabrina
    March 11, 2015

    LOVE THIS!! I’m gonna start checking out the swap & sale sites on Facebook for a picnic table now 🙂

    Reply
  • Misty
    March 11, 2015

    It’s so cute and fun. Love it!

    Reply
  • Daisy+-+émoi+émoi
    March 11, 2015

    Love this! It instantly makes me happy too! 🙂

    http://www.emoi-emoi.com/blog/

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  • Samantha | Splendor and Forge
    March 13, 2015

    What a great idea! And I love the final result! I’d love to give this a try with my old picnic table before spring hits. 🙂

    Reply
  • Mallory
    March 15, 2015

    This is the most adorable and whimsical idea I have seen for a backyard in a long time. I’m in love!

    XOXO,

    Ms. Darling
    msdarling.com

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  • Hannah S
    March 20, 2015

    Love love love it! I need a backyard to fill with color!
    http://www.southernfolly.com

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  • Melissa
    March 25, 2015

    LOVE this!!! I want to do this to mine! Thanks for the inspiration!

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  • annie andersen
    March 26, 2015

    Your blog and style makes me happy! =)

    Reply
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    May 22, 2015

    ı want to this picnic table ım very like this is.

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  • Sara Morey
    June 13, 2015

    I love this picnic table! Such a cute idea! I see that it’s been a few months since you painted it. How has it held up???

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  • Mary Betanzos
    June 20, 2015

    I love this table, and am planning to replicate the idea on my kids’ picnic table. I love the colors and am wondering if you used any non-hand mixed colors, and if so, which, and what were they? Thanks for the lovely idea.

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  • Crystal
    June 25, 2015

    Very beautiful table. Thank you for being descriptive 🙂

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  • Em
    March 24, 2017

    This is gorgeous!! I want to do mine now! And yes, thank you for the details!!
    Sounds doable.

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  • instagram online
    June 26, 2017

    Love this inspiration! <3 Why I don't think about it before paint my picnic table to white 🙁 Luckily I can fix it ^^ Thank you for sharing the idea, I love it!
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  • loren
    February 20, 2019

    best article . thanks author

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