I’m not sure, but I’m pretty sure the majority of Better After’s readers are ladykind. But once in a while I get submissions from a fellow or two, which I love. Usually it’s the girls who have to convince the boys that the rain-soaked plaid sofa that they dragged in from the neighbor’s curb has potential, can’t you see it? POTENTIAL! So I appreciate a man who can build and design and see that crusty old sofa, (or rusty old desk, in this case) for what it could be.
Now, for your Friday enjoyment, may I offer up some manly redos? These are courtesy of Jason and his team at Purpose Restoration, and let me tell you, they don’t mess around.
Have your lady-senses been shocked? Quite possibly the most testosterone-laden redo I’ve seen yet. Purpose Restoration often incorporates graffiti inspired artwork into their designs. “Words are loaded pistols,” love that. See it HERE.
Can’t say I would have ever considered automotive lacquer as a finish, but it looks magical on this metal dresser. See it HERE.
Not everything is guns and graffiti, this piece incorporates soft colors and a nature-inspired design. See it HERE.
13 Comments
Anne-Marie (10 Rooms)
July 16, 2010 at 4:47 PMI love that silver dresser!! I went a little crazy a few years ago with a can of aluminum metal paint.. our house was shiny 🙂 but nothing looked as great as these..
Anne-Marie (10 Rooms)
July 16, 2010 at 4:47 PMI love that silver dresser!! I went a little crazy a few years ago with a can of aluminum metal paint.. our house was shiny 🙂 but nothing looked as great as these..
Anne-Marie (10 Rooms)
July 16, 2010 at 4:47 PMI love that silver dresser!! I went a little crazy a few years ago with a can of aluminum metal paint.. our house was shiny 🙂 but nothing looked as great as these..
paisley penguin
July 16, 2010 at 5:01 PMI am SO digging that silver dresser with the green nobs. Totally Hot!
paisley penguin
July 16, 2010 at 5:10 PMPS – crakcs me up you have the leg lamp in your header for before. We actually have one of those. It was a gag Christmas gift – love that movie.
I linked to you today too! 🙂
gena
July 16, 2010 at 5:58 PMOOOh, I like the armoire ! Thanks for sharing !!!
gena
http://www.thehouseonlavenderhill.blogspot.com
Desiree
July 16, 2010 at 6:59 PMI love the dresser with the tree! So gorgeous!
Sassy Sites!
July 17, 2010 at 1:24 AMI featured your telephone table redo at Sassy Sites! Come by and check it out! 😉
Mal
July 19, 2010 at 12:13 AMThe first and the last are my favorites! They’re awesome!
Mary
July 19, 2010 at 2:34 PMI love your site! And love finding like minded people even more! I too redo furniture thedecorativepaintbrush.blogspot.com Please feel free to stop by or even follow 🙂 Look forward to seeing more amazing transformations!
Karen@StrictlySimpleStyle
July 19, 2010 at 7:11 PMTons of inspiration here. Now I need to fine an old piece to transform!
CrisG in CA
July 19, 2010 at 8:34 PMI LOVE this post! The silver dresser and graphic desk and armoire are fabulous! The creativity is inspiring. (I have become a bit weary of seeing white painted furniture everywhere)Thanks for the variety.
Cris gojusttryit.blogspot
Thomas Faulk
July 23, 2010 at 3:00 AMI’m sorry, but all, save the silver ones with green knobs, are photoshopped. Disqualified!