Yesterday I finished the dining room suite. It went together fairly well, except for the breakfront upper doors. They were a pain. Every time I tried to install them with the pins, they'd break apart.
Grrr . . . I managed to get it all together, however, and I'm pleased with the results. Except for the stain. It's rather disappointing. I purchased Minwax Red Mahogany, but honestly it looks just like the dark walnut I've been using. I like darker furniture so it's not a total bust, but I was looking for the mahogany color of Chippendale furniture. Oh well . . . I'll just have to say it's American Chippendale, as they used various other woods other than mahogany.
The other disappointing feature is that when I pulled off the plastic protecting the "glass" inserts, it left marks. I guess because the kit was so old it had settled somewhat. I'm hoping a little bit of "Goof Off" will work. Do you have any other suggestions?
On the whole I enjoyed building my own furniture. I still have two more chairs to build and upholster, so I had better.
Not to mention the kitchen . . .
Hello Teresa Marie,
ReplyDeleteI actually like the finish very much. It is rich and full of character. You did such a good job assembling and finishing the kits. It really is an impressive dining room.
Big hug
Giac
Thank you so much for your kind words Giac! I can see just a hint of red in the furniture and I'm liking it too.
DeleteHugs,
Teresa