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Spinet Desk

September 23, 2010 by Cassie 25 Comments

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My client, Jessica, that I recently did a couple dressers for, also had a spinet desk she wanted painted.  She wanted it in a flat black, lightly distressed, and the interior in a cool gray or gray/blue.  The desk also had some loose and missing veneer along the bottom of the front that needed to be repaired.  Here is the desk in question, sanded and patched, interior sprayed (because as usual, I realized partway through that I had not taken a before picture.)
PinI gave it a good sanding, and got to work on the inside.  With secretaries and spinets, I prefer to spray the interior with spray primer and then spray paint.  I have tried doing it by hand with a brush, and I have had a hard time getting in all those nooks and crannies.  So I purchased Rustoleum’s “Winter Gray” in a glossy finish to contrast with the flat exterior (and frankly, it was all they had in the right color!).  The interior needs to be sprayed first as if you save it for last, you will get spray paint on the freshly painted exterior and that would be frustrating!  I know this tip may seem obvious, but you’d be surprised.
Now, when it comes to black, I do not like to prime.  It takes several more coats, and even the tinted primers are still gray, and when distressed, it shows.  I just make sure I sand really well, and I have trusted Sherwin Williams Tricorn Black in Exterior Grade.  I always use it when I use black, and because it is exterior grade paint it has better adhesion and durability.  Once the desk was painted, I very lightly distressed it to show off its details, and here it is now.  I think it turned out with a charming modern country look.
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  1. Okie Chic says

    September 23, 2010 at 8:34 pm

    Sooo cute. I love the inside color really makes it pop.

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  2. Chrissie says

    September 23, 2010 at 8:50 pm

    Your desk looks wonderful.I love how the interior is a lighter brighter color.You distressed it just right!

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  3. Rebecca@This Present Life says

    September 23, 2010 at 8:53 pm

    It looks great! I love the legs on it! The flat black almost gives it a chalkboard look.

    And thanks for the tip about spray painting the inside instead of hand painting. I have a secretary that I plan to paint and I never thought of spray painting the inside, but it makes total sense!

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  4. Cathy @ The Far Fifty says

    September 23, 2010 at 9:03 pm

    Looks awesome, thanks for the tips on the black paint!
    What is the deal with blogger & pictures? It uploads everything twice now! I don’t get it.

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  5. Kristi says

    September 23, 2010 at 9:28 pm

    Oooh, lovin’ it! I’ve actually spray painted furniture before and while it’s faster, I don’t like the way it looks. Good idea to use it on the inside, though. I hate priming too, but I do it anyway and you’re right, it does show when you distress. That’s a great tip on using exterior paint. It makes sense that it would hold up better. You just keep inspiring me and my hands are itchin’ to get out and work on some of furniture I have in the garage. It’s just still too hot here. Like in the 90’s. 🙁

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  6. Linda says

    September 23, 2010 at 9:31 pm

    This turned out great, Cassie~ thanks for all the tips!

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  7. Gracefully Vintage says

    September 23, 2010 at 10:10 pm

    That is about the cutest desk ever- Love what you did, i want one of those and so love the crystal knobs..
    TOO CUTE!
    Karryann

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  8. { The Painted Home } says

    September 23, 2010 at 11:45 pm

    are your kids locked in the attic? how do you get so much done?!? i’ve tried, but they keep getting out ( i’m kidding , of course 🙂 )
    -denise

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  9. marty (A Stroll Thru Life) says

    September 24, 2010 at 12:03 am

    Oh what a fabulous piece. I love it. The color is so pretty and the inside being painted in a different color is such a fantastic idea. Hugs, Marty

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  10. kathie says

    September 24, 2010 at 12:05 am

    What a great piece! You made it beautiful, of course. I need to explore Rustoleum’s color selections in spray, I think there are more options than I know of! Thanks!

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  11. Shannon @ Hase Haus says

    September 24, 2010 at 12:07 am

    Oooh! I love the surprise light blue on the inside!

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  12. Kristine at The Painted Hive says

    September 24, 2010 at 12:23 am

    This is just adorable. I love the black. Very modern country indeed.
    Kris
    xx

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  13. Jessica says

    September 24, 2010 at 1:09 am

    oh my gooooodness, cassie! i am so excited about this desk and also the dresser. i seriously cannot believe what you have done with these two pieces of furniture. they were both pretty pathetic when i brought them to you and i am just so so grateful that you shared my faith that they could be rescued and revived – and that you had such incredible vision and expert skills to make them truly perfect. thank you thank you thank you! now…on to the next project!! xoxo

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  14. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says

    September 24, 2010 at 1:34 am

    I love the way this desk turned out! It’s a unique piece and a great color combination! Very nice!

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  15. Shaunna says

    September 24, 2010 at 1:43 am

    this is beautiful and i love that unexpected pop of color!! -shaunna 🙂

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  16. Allison says

    September 24, 2010 at 2:45 am

    Nice job, Cassie! I like the 2 colors and of course the crystal knobs. I love the legs on this desk. I can see why you sprayed the interior. That’s challenging painting those small areas. It sounds like your client was very pleased, too! Have a great Friday.

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  17. Laurel @ Ducks in a Row says

    September 24, 2010 at 4:54 am

    Oh, I really do love that you have 2 tones! Great job!

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  18. Lindy says

    September 24, 2010 at 5:41 am

    Those legs are gorgeous~ love everything about this piece. Good job on the painting, too!

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  19. Renze says

    September 24, 2010 at 12:44 pm

    That’s a really pretty desk. Good job Cassie!

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  20. Andrea says

    September 24, 2010 at 3:11 pm

    GREAT job! I love this! Thanks for hosting your party and for visiting a dash of parsley 🙂

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  21. Cristie says

    September 25, 2010 at 3:25 am

    Thanks for the tips on the Sherwin Williams paint. I always have a hard time getting a good black, they can sometime almost look dark blue. Anyway, I love the piece you did, it really looks great!

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  22. [email protected] says

    September 25, 2010 at 6:56 pm

    as always, you did a great job. But, can I be a debbie downer, and say this might be my least favorite piece you’ve done. Hey, just being honest. 🙂 I can’t LOVE all of them.
    thanks for linking to my party and linking back to me. you’re a peach!

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  23. Meg says

    September 26, 2010 at 2:13 pm

    Beautiful job! I think that it’s a great idea to make it a different color on the inside. It’s gorgeous, great job!

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  24. Henna @ AboutCabinets Blog says

    September 28, 2010 at 2:34 pm

    i think you did a wonderful job restoring this writing desk, i remember seeing these types of writing desks in my childhood but now you can only see them in home, looking very vintage, although they look very good and megestic, with little drawers, they make a perfect place to work

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  25. Annie's Online Store says

    September 28, 2010 at 2:37 pm

    i am sure you are a witch who can just do wonders with your magic furniture wand,:) the work that you have done for restoring these things is absolutely wonderful and i love your creativity and designs, keep it up

    Reply

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