My Dumpster Find Refinish

A few years ago I went dumpster diving and found this beauty tossed in the trash. I posted about the find on my blog in this post. Really there wasn't any dumpster, but someone had put this desk out for the trash. I couldn't believe my eyes when I saw it. So I hightailed it back to my house from my walk and got our pickup to haul it home.

I had it under a tarp for awhile and finally took the time to finish it. That is of course after the hubby took it apart and glued the slats back together using clamps and wood glue. I repainted the wrought iron frame black and used danish oil on desk surface. I love how it turned out. It now sits in my bedroom and is home to my raggedy collection which I will share with you in another post. So keep an eye out as you never know when you will find a gem tossed aside heading for the dump.

Went Dumpster Diving....

Well I didn't actually have to dive in a dumpster for this beauty. I was just taking a walk last night with my friend and neighbor when we happened across this old wood school desk in the alley. The owner had set it out for the trash man to haul away. Can you believe it?


Looks like someone had the idea to maybe refinish the desk but only got as far as sanding it down. I'm thinking that I might just put a nice wax finish on it and maybe paint the wrought iron legs black. And the hard part, is do I then sell it? I've wanted a fold down desk for myself for years. Really would have to find a place for it if I wanted to keep it. Decisions, decisions!

Until next time...