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Refurbished Media Console Dry Brushed With Metallic Cream



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Metallic Cream is one of my favorite products that Country Chic Paint offers. So, we went on a hunt to find the best detailed piece we could find to rescue and re-love.



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The Before:

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We stumbled upon this gem at an estate sale. A vintage radio cabinet complete with red and orange fiber speakers. Jealous? I think there were 40 years worth of dust trapped in those suckers. ;)



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We ditched those pretty things. Scissors and an exacto knife came in really handy for this step. In less then 10 minutes, we had them ripped out and thrown away! Now that the speakers were gone, this vintage radio cabinet was on it's way to becoming an updated and functional media console. After a really good dusting we we're ready to paint!



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We applied two coats of Country Chic Paint in Liquorice. Once it was dry, we brushed on some Metallic Cream in Belt Buckle onto all of high spots of the detailed areas. We applied the same technique to some vintage hardware, and then added them to this piece. At the end of this post you'll find a short one minute video that demonstrates this. 




 We cut and painted pegboard and attached it to the back of the unit. Air ventilation is important when you're converting a piece to a TV console. This prevents any electronic components from getting too hot when the doors are closed. 



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We're calling this furniture makeover, The McCartney Media Console. 
A perfectly functional piece that's been refinished using just 40% of a quart sized paint can and tiny amounts of metallic cream. Here are a few more close ups so you can see all of the yummy details...




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Country Chic Metallic Creams come in four beautiful colors. Watch us as we dry brush some metallic cream onto this old vintage hardware.







Have a great weekend!
Carrie || Thirty Eighth Street










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35 comments

35 comments

  1. Meg @ Hello FarmhouseMay 13, 2016 at 8:23 PM

    This is so gorgeous! Black was 100% the right choice for this piece. It really makes all those awesome details look elegant and stand out!

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    1. Thirty Eighth StreetMay 14, 2016 at 10:04 AM

      I'm glad you liked it, Meg! Sometimes deciding on a color can be the hardest part. Not for this makeover- as soon as I saw it, I said BLACK! ;)

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  2. DebraMay 14, 2016 at 6:49 AM

    This is one fabulous makeover. I bet you had a great time recreating it and bringing it up to date.

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    1. Thirty Eighth StreetMay 14, 2016 at 10:04 AM

      This was a FUN one, Debra! Thank you for stopping by! Have a great weekend. :)

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  3. LucyMay 14, 2016 at 11:54 AM

    WOW what a unique piece of furniture Carrie. You really made it shine with your paint makeover! One of my favs. of yours! Thanks for sharing on Friday's Furniture Fix! Have a great weekend! ;o)

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  4. sassytownhouselivingMay 16, 2016 at 6:37 AM

    I love what you did with this piece. I can see the metallic paint and what a beautiful touch that is. Great job. Love it!

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  5. Thirty Eighth StreetMay 16, 2016 at 8:48 AM

    This piece was a challenge to photograph. ;) I'm glad that you can see the metallic cream popping through! It honestly looks so much more striking in person. Thank you for all your warm compliments!

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  6. zinniahouseramblingsMay 17, 2016 at 6:34 AM

    Love this... was that detail on the end part of the original piece? It is a great little piece to highlight!

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  7. Thirty Eighth StreetMay 17, 2016 at 8:44 AM

    Thank you! Yes, that was the original detail and the perfect fit for the metallic cream. :)

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  8. Beverly @Across the BlvdMay 17, 2016 at 11:11 AM

    The cabinet looks gorgeous. I love the dark color. Pinned and Tweeted. Thanks for sharing with us at Snickerdoodle Sunday.

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  9. UnknownMay 17, 2016 at 12:31 PM

    I love how this looks, the finish is gorgeous. It really plays up the detail on the piece. And the details are incredible. I've never used this product, but I will be checking it out. Especially as much as you love it, I respect your opinion and will be trying this on my next piece! I hope I can find one as ornate as this piece, it's a showstopper!!!

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    1. Thirty Eighth StreetMay 18, 2016 at 9:37 PM

      I hope you get a chance to try it! I'd love to see what you create!

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  10. UnknownMay 17, 2016 at 12:31 PM

    BTW, love the blog design, I haven't been here for a bit, it looks fantastic!

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  11. UnknownMay 17, 2016 at 12:32 PM

    BTW, love the blog design, I haven't been here for a bit, it looks fantastic!

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  12. Up to Date InteriorsMay 17, 2016 at 7:45 PM

    Your furniture makeovers are always stunning! Love this. Thanks for sharing at The Creative Circle Carrie! xoxo

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    1. Thirty Eighth StreetMay 18, 2016 at 9:34 PM

      It's always so fun to see what kind of projects are being created at The Creative Circle. It's a pleasure to participate! Thanks for your kind words, Kathy!

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  13. Tuula @ Thrifty Rebel VintageMay 18, 2016 at 7:53 PM

    I've never seen a piece of furniture quite like that. It has some fabulous details made even more fabulous by your amazing makeover. Love it! Thanks so much for sharing at Vintage Charm.

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  14. Thirty Eighth StreetMay 18, 2016 at 9:38 PM

    It was definitely vintage. ;) We had a fun time transforming it! Thanks, Tuula!

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  15. Sandra LeeMay 19, 2016 at 6:14 AM

    Wow what a beautiful makeover it looks very sophisticated! I had to laugh at the orange fiber speakers, we had some of those eons ago. Thanks for linking up with us at Celebrate Your Story!

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    1. Thirty Eighth StreetMay 19, 2016 at 4:58 PM

      Those orange fiber speakers make me nostalgic! They are right up there with green shag carpet and heavy velvet curtains. :) Thanks, Sandy!

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  16. Marie-Interior FrugalistaMay 19, 2016 at 8:54 AM

    Absolutely stunning makeover! Love how the details in this vintage cabinet now pop.

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  17. Mary K.May 20, 2016 at 6:48 AM

    Looking at this beauty the words Statement Piece come to mind. Wow! The black really transformed it from ordingary to amazing. Thanks for giving us some sweet inspiration with this media console.

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    1. Thirty Eighth StreetMay 21, 2016 at 10:43 PM

      It only could have gone up from there... it was a sad little cabinet when I found it. ;) Thank you, Mary! Have a great weekend. :)

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  18. Chloe CrabtreeMay 20, 2016 at 7:00 AM

    What a great transformation! Looks like a totally new piece! Thanks for sharing at Celebrate Your Story! link party.

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  19. Michelle JamesMay 23, 2016 at 7:49 PM

    Just beautiful! The piece itself is gorgeous, but the paint color really showcases all the details!

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    1. Thirty Eighth StreetMay 23, 2016 at 9:07 PM

      I'm glad you liked it. :) This was a fun project to makeover! Thanks, Michelle!

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  20. penny griecoMay 27, 2016 at 1:54 PM

    just stunning! love your choice of color....beautiful job!

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  21. UnknownMay 29, 2016 at 8:09 AM

    Woah, I love all the detailed carving on this, what a great piece to play with! Beautiful work Carrie and In love with the name!

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    1. Thirty Eighth StreetMay 29, 2016 at 5:05 PM

      It was one of those lucky finds! I get those every once in awhile. ;) Thanks, Brenda!

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  22. Thirty Eighth StreetJune 3, 2016 at 2:24 PM

    You made my day! Thanks, Kathy!

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