Brass Tacks WI

We are all about reviving dated, mistreated and forgotten furniture. Our collections launch online qu WELCOME TO BRASS TACKS! Host of Makers Market Sun Prairie.

On top of releasing seasonal collections, we also offer custom furniture painting and refinishing. Held every Spring and Fall.

05/20/2026

FINAL REVEAL + tiny humble brag 😏

We brought this one all the way back to life and we’re just gonna say it, we’re a little proud of this glow-up. 🙌

If you’re loving it as much as we are and have a piece of furniture to refinish hit your girls up!! You could be the next person to leave us a really nice review. 👀✨

05/17/2026

Furniture stripping is basically a mystery show and usually has a plot twist 😅

That old stain was hiding green wood underneath 👀 (rude)

But, not all surprises are bad. Luckily, this is something we can work with 😉

Stay tuned to see what it turns into!

05/14/2026

THE REVEAL 🤍

From bold red to clean, classic white. All her pick, and we’re obsessed 😍

This bed got a total vibe shift, and it fits her new style perfectly. Proof that sometimes a simple change makes the biggest impact 🙌🏻

So… what do you think of her choice? 👀

05/11/2026

THE CLIENT: a very mature tween ✨
THE PROBLEM: her bold, fun bedroom set just isn’t matching her new vibe anymore
THE SOLUTION: …PAINT IT 🎨

Out with the old style, in with something a little more “grown-up”.

We can’t wait to show you the transformation, but first let’s hear your guesses 👀

What color do you think we’re going with?!

05/08/2026

Whew! 🥵
This one took us on a full-on rollercoaster ride! Twists, turns, a few “what did we get ourselves into?” moments… but we made it to the finish line 🙌🏻

Not every project goes smoothly, and this one definitely kept us on our toes. But it’s a good reminder: don’t give up on your vision when things get tricky. Sometimes you just have to pivot, get creative, and try a different approach.

Ever had a project test your patience like this? Tell us we’re not alone 😅

05/05/2026

TIP TUESDAY 🛠️
Stubborn, splotchy wood grain ruining your finish? We’ve got a seriously handy trick for you 👇
If your stain is going on uneven (especially on softwoods), try using watered-down PVA wood glue as a pre-stain sealer. It helps control how the stain absorbs so you don’t end up with those blotchy, patchy spots.

Here’s how it works:
➡️ Mix 1 part PVA wood glue with 10–16 parts water
➡️ Apply a light, even coat to the raw wood
➡️ Let it dry completely before staining
This mix lightly seals the wood pores without creating a solid barrier, so the stain can still pe*****te, just way more evenly.

It’s simple, budget-friendly, and can save a project from going sideways 🙌🏻

05/02/2026

Stripping and staining projects… always a breeze, right? 😅

This bed looked like it was going to be an easy win. Strip it down, throw on a white wash stain, and call it a day. Easy peasy… or so we thought.

Plot twist: under that old finish is some VERY stubborn wood grain holding onto a dark stain for dear life. Wood bleach? Nope. White wash? Also nope. This piece said, “Not today.” 🙃

Now we’ve got a bed with attitude and a finish that refuses to cooperate.
So… what would YOU do? Lean into the drama? Go darker? Try a different technique?

Drop your ideas below👇

04/29/2026

Alison’s Buffet: The Grand Reveal 🎉

And just like that… the glow-up is complete ✨

What started as a “carrot-top redhead situation” has officially settled into a rich, gorgeous auburn moment, and WOW was the trust-the-process worth it 😍

She picked the glass doors (excellent choice, if we do say so ourselves), and they add just the right amount of elegance while still showing off the beauty of the piece. She’s classy, she’s a little dramatic, and she knows it.

You might notice we kept things simple on the hardware front… and that’s because this beauty is heading to her new home where she’ll get her final accessories 💁‍♀️ (because every queen deserves to pick her own jewelry).

This one had a few plot twists along the way, but the final result? 10/10, no notes.
What do you think!? Was glass the right call? 👀

04/26/2026

Alison Buffet Update 🍿

We’ve officially entered the “trust the process” phase…
The buffet is stripped down and rocking its first coat of stain (and let me be VERY clear, this is not the final color. As Alison perfectly described: “Right now it’s giving carrot-top redhead… we’re aiming for auburn redhead”)

😂Honestly, I’ve never heard a more accurate color description in my life.

So yes, it’s a little bold at the moment… but don’t panic, we’re not stopping here.

Now for the big design debate:
✨ Glass door?
✨ Wood door?
This is where you come in! What’s your vote??

04/23/2026

Meet Alison’s Buffet Project 👋🏻

Alison is back for another project with us, clearly she didn’t learn her lesson the first time 😉 (kidding… we love a loyal customer). She’s an absolute blast to work with and is basically the dream client: open to all kinds of styles and ideas. The only catch? When you’re open to everything, we have to talk through everything. So yes, there have been approximately 47 messages and counting to make sure we nail the vision 😂
Here’s where we’re at with this hutch:
✨ Hardware? Getting the boot.
✨ Mirror door? Also making its grand exit.
As for the finish… your guess is as good as ours right now 🤷‍♀️
We might fully strip and stain. We might do a paint-and-stain combo. We will decide once we see what secrets this piece is hiding under all that finish.
So basically, it’s a furniture makeover + a little mystery + a dash of chaos.
Stay tuned… this one’s going to have plot twists 😏

Address

800 Wilburn Road
Sun Prairie, WI
53590

Website

http://www.brasstacksresale.com/

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