01/27/2026
This was definitely a "Project Piece" and while it was a FBMP bargain at only $20 the time required to make it usable again has definitely made it more valuable.
It is SOLID Oak and dated 1963. A drawer was missing and 2 large holes cut into the back panel were a challenge for sure. As you can see I had to take apart the back frame in order to replace the wood slats that had been cut into. And instead of building a new drawer, which would never have been a perfect match, I opted to add a shelf to what was left of the old drawer base.
Then I did a paint and stain combo with a beautiful wallpaper to tie it together.
The result is definitely what I had visioned 3 years ago when I first picked it up, but I do not think my skill set from 3 years ago could have done it.
