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SHABBY FRAMES N MOREShabby Frames N More
the transformation diary

Artisan Transformations

A curated showcase of vintage and discarded furniture pieces, lovingly revived into timeless home highlights.

How does Shabby Frames N More transform vintage furniture?

Our before and after furniture painting gallery showcases the stunning transformation of discarded and vintage pieces into high-end home heirlooms. Using Fusion Mineral Paints and distressed mineral paint techniques, our custom refinishing process highlights wood grain textures and creates durable, elegant shabby chic finishes.

Benches & Seating
Vintage Church Pew Restoration - Before StateBefore
Vintage Church Pew Restoration - After StateAfter

Vintage Church Pew Restoration

Before:

Weathered finish, split joints, scuffed dark stain, and years of dust accumulation.

After:

Stabilized joints and beautifully painted using Fusion Mineral Paint in the classic warm 'Raw Silk' tone, highlighting wood contours.

Time spent: 8 Hours

Difficulty level: Medium

Materials: Fusion Mineral Paint (Raw Silk), Wood Glue, Joint Clamps, Hemp Oil Finish

Tables & Dining
Farmhouse Dining Table & Bench Set - Before StateBefore
Farmhouse Dining Table & Bench Set - After StateAfter

Farmhouse Dining Table & Bench Set

Before:

Splotchy varnished top, yellowed white paint on legs, scuffs, and water rings.

After:

Rich warm walnut stained tabletop paired with bench and table legs refinished in Fusion Mineral Paint 'Raw Silk'.

Time spent: 16 Hours

Difficulty level: Advanced

Materials: Fusion Mineral Paint (Raw Silk), Wood Stain Stripper, Hemp Oil Topcoat, Stain-Blocking Primer

Shelves & Carts
Maple Serving Bar Cart - Before StateBefore
Maple Serving Bar Cart - After StateAfter

Maple Serving Bar Cart

Before:

Yellowed polyurethane coating, dark water spots on shelves, squeaky wheels.

After:

Refinished in Fusion Mineral Paint 'Champness' (a dusty coastal blue) with polished brass hardware.

Time spent: 6 Hours

Difficulty level: Medium

Materials: Fusion Mineral Paint (Champness), Synthetic Chisel Brush

Dressers & Cabinets
Chic Cottage Dining Hutch - Before StateBefore
Chic Cottage Dining Hutch - After StateAfter

Chic Cottage Dining Hutch

Before:

Mismatched hardware, chipped cream paint, dirty glass, and damaged base trim.

After:

Painted in Fusion Mineral Paint 'Lichen' (a quiet shabby chic sage green), detail distressed, with clean drawer glides.

Time spent: 10 Hours

Difficulty level: Medium

Materials: Fusion Mineral Paint (Lichen), Sandpaper blocks, Detail stencils, Vintage handles

Tables & Dining
Round Farmhouse Pedestal Table - Before StateBefore
Round Farmhouse Pedestal Table - After StateAfter

Round Farmhouse Pedestal Table

Before:

Deep scratches, heavy black lacquer finish, cracked pedestal base joint.

After:

Oak tabletop sanded back and sealed with hemp oil, paired with pedestal legs in Fusion Mineral Paint 'Raw Silk'.

Time spent: 5 Hours

Difficulty level: Beginner

Materials: Fusion Mineral Paint (Raw Silk), Sanding pads, Pedestal structural wood repair, Hemp Oil Topcoat

Dressers & Cabinets
Tall Vintage Corner Hutch - Before StateBefore
Tall Vintage Corner Hutch - After StateAfter

Tall Vintage Corner Hutch

Before:

Dated dark cherry veneer, scratched shelves, missing drawer pulls, and broken latch.

After:

Overhauled in Fusion Mineral Paint 'Raw Silk' for a clean, classic farmhouse display statement.

Time spent: 14 Hours

Difficulty level: Advanced

Materials: Fusion Mineral Paint (Raw Silk), TSP Clean, Primer, floral backing paper, new hardware latch

Dressers & Cabinets
French Provincial Lingerie Chest - Before StateBefore
French Provincial Lingerie Chest - After StateAfter

French Provincial Lingerie Chest

Before:

Dull brown varnish, sticky drawers, missing hardware, scuffed top edges.

After:

Redone using Fusion Mineral Paint in 'Midnight Blue' and accent panels in 'Raw Silk' with hand-buffed drawer pulls.

Time spent: 7 Hours

Difficulty level: Medium

Materials: Fusion Mineral Paint (Midnight Blue & Raw Silk), Drawer glide lubricant, Vintage brass pulls