My student son lives in a shared flat, which means he has to keep most of his belongings in his bedroom, and work there too when the shared spaces get too busy or noisy.
So when I saw an old drop-front writing desk, it seemed a perfect solution to his need for both a workspace and storage.
In its original state, the desk was a bit dull and sad-looking, but it’s amazing what a few coats of white paint can do!
I remember from my flatting days that rented houses never have enough lights or power points, they’re always in the wrong place, and there’s generally nothing you can do about it. So with the Big T’s help, I’ve fitted power and lighting to the desk itself, with a four-outlet power board (with USB ports) and a LED light above the desk area.
Having brought the desk indoors to photograph it, I’m realising how useful I’d find something like this. And it does look good with the black & white chair.
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That’s awesome. I love upscaling a bit of old furniture. The powerboard and light are a great addition.
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It’s very good looking and practical.
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Thanks; Iβm so pleased with it.
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what a great reuse!
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Thank you π
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oh this is WONDERFUL; I particularly love the inset of light and power outlets AND the fact that you kept the wooden handles. It makes a gorgeous statement of a well handled transformation. Your son hopefully appreciates greatly and is proud of his DIY parents!
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Well found!
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Very nice!
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Methinks you might be on the lookout for another one – not so sure this will find its way to the student digs !!
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I was on the hunt, but the Big T has unearthed one at his parentsβ place (as you do).
Itβs a bit smaller and has really naff drawer handles β and the lock is currently jammed β but itβs otherwise perfect for a makeover. π
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Well door handles are easily replaced.
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Nice.
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That’s so clever – not only beautifully redone but updated for today’s needs! Way to go, Su and Big T!
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Thanks Deb. Iβm itching to get started on the next desk. The Big T found one going spare at his folks place. π
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I hope youβll post pictures of that transformation as well. π
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Absolutely π
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Thatβs very clever love that you included the light and power
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Thanks Tina. I think that was the genuinely creative bit of the project.
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You did a fine job with this old piece of furniture, Su. I am impressed!!!
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Thank you so much Peter.
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Delighted to see the end result – it looks terrific, and so practical.
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Thanks Anabel. Iβm really pleased with how itβs turned out.
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Great job, well done Su. You are so creative and you have a real sense of style.
Leslie
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Thank you Leslie π
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This is awesome Su. What a great upcycling! I enjoy doing this kind of stuff too. By the way, the curtains and the chair are vrey beautiful as well. Everything fits so well together.
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Thank you so much. The chair and stool were also charity shop bargains that I refurbished. π
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Cool! The fabric you used for the chair and stool is also gorgeous.
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Beautifully done Su. The chair and the curtains are coordinated perfectly!
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The chair and stool were an earlier up-cycling project.
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Although generally I prefer natural wood to painted, this really does look better painted. And how creative to include a power strip (as well call them) installed on the desk! I hope he enjoys and appreciates it.
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Thanks Amy. I’m kind of the opposite. Unless it is really pale, I find natural wood too dark and over-powering in rooms.
He’s very happy with his new desk, and I hope it makes studying easier (not to mention reducing the clutter in his room a bit) π
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We have added lighting sets to many items of furniture, especially where there’s a lot of electronics in use. Between the devices and the chargers, you need a staggering amount of connection. It has now moved into the bedroom because Garry needs chargers for his batteries too, not to mention the TV and the headphones and my Kindle, Mac Airbook — and the chargers. No one’s house is adequately wired these days. I don’t think anyone ever imagined we’d need so may plugs!
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That’s my thinking too. We renovated this house a few years ago and added lots of power-points, but even so, we use power-boards all over the place.
Adding lighting to furniture is such a good idea; I can’t believe it took me so long to think of it. Though I guess LED technology makes it much more feasible than in the past.
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What a great bit of upcycling, Su! And I love the table and stool, too π π
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Thanks Jo.
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Wow! Just wow! What a transformation, Su! You made it look like something out of a fashion magazine! It’s really amazing what a few coats of paint can do, isn’t it? That chair really does fit the look too. If the boy-child doesn’t want it, I will!! ππ And adding that extra power sockets is sooo cool! Xxxxx
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