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How to Refinish a LIght Fixture

March 11, 2013

When we bought our home I was trying to come up with temporary fixes to minor eye sores.   I needed something that would last  until  I could figure out exactly what  I wanted.   This light fixture is  a perfect example.  Granted it was not terrible,  but it was not adding to my space.

Progress Lighting Renovations Collection 3-Light Antique Nickel Semi-flushmount 
Like I said not awful,  not great.  So I made a drum shade, and covered the sucker up.
 I had been keeping my eye out for a more permanent solution, and  my patience paid off.  I found this little beauty at a thrift store for less than $6.00. 

 

It just needed a little lovin’. I started by taking it apart, and then used a fine grade steel wool  to scuff up the surface just a  little.  After you sand it, make sure you wipe it down well.
 I then used this awesome product… I have used this all over my house and love it!

After waiting the appropriate allotted time I reassembled the light and installed this little guy.  I love it. Bonus : I have been trying to come up with an excuse to use one of these awesome vintage light bulbs, and I found it. Perfection.

Breakdown

Light Fixture       $5.50
Spray Paint         $0.00   (Leftover from previous projects)
Light Bulb          $10.00 (Home Depot)
=    $15.00

 

 

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