Blue Hen

Blue Hen Blue Hen is a woman-owned business in Arlington, MA. We offer custom furniture refinishing using paint and stain. We make the old new again.

A woman-owned business that refinishes, paints, and repurposes furniture from dressers, to side tables and everything in between. Projects accepted by commission and customized, finished pieces available. We sell refinished furniture for local pickup on our website as well as Etsy and Chairish. Unfortunately, we have very limited storage space and do not purchase furniture unless

we have a buyer lined up for the item. To read more about us, check out our interview at http://bostonvoyager.com/interview/meet-blue-hen-arlington/

06/04/2026

From fussy to fresh. ✨

I removed the decorative ribbon details from the top drawers, updated the hardware, and brightened the original wood top with a subtle wash. Small changes, big impact.

I love how much lighter and more current this piece feels while still keeping its vintage charm. ✨Available✨

06/02/2026

These old girls had rough tops but fabulous feet.

A vintage pair of Hammary nightstands got a fresh start in a moody charcoal finish—and now those fabulous feet finally get the attention they deserve. ✨Available✨

05/27/2026

She went from scratched orange maple…to soft cottage charm 💕

Transformations like this prove you don’t need trendy to make something beautiful — just thoughtful updates that let the piece shine again. ✨Available✨

05/20/2026

From worn and water-damaged to quietly elegant again ✨

This vintage drum table had seen better days — heavy finish damage, water marks, scratches, and years of wear across the top. But underneath all of that was beautiful craftsmanship just waiting to shine again.

I softened the entire piece in a warm creamy greige, highlighted those incredible carved details, and finished it with aged brass accents to bring back a little Regency charm.

One of my favorite details? The hidden drawer tucked into the drum top. Furniture like this just has personality you don’t find in new pieces. ✨Available ✨

05/19/2026

One person’s curbside discard… became someone else’s fresh start. ✨

This vintage dresser was rough when I found it, but underneath all the wear was solid wood and beautiful character just waiting to come back to life.

Now it’s headed to a young military wife furnishing a space of her own, and honestly, that makes this transformation even sweeter. 🤍🇺🇸

Sometimes the best pieces just need someone to see the potential.

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05/08/2026

The most exciting projects are always the not-so-ordinary ones — especially when I get to bring in a little color and pattern.

This vintage drop-front desk completely stole my heart. From the hidden fold-down workspace to the charming little cubbies tucked inside, it’s full of the kind of character you just don’t find in new furniture.

Pieces like this remind me why I love what I do — giving old furniture a fresh chapter while preserving all the soul that made it special in the first place.

04/28/2026

Not every piece needs to stay what it was.

This worn antique vanity → two custom nightstands.

A little vision goes a long way.

04/27/2026

Glossy white, warm wood accents (that mirror!) and clean lines. Paired with the tall dresser I shared last week, it’s a perfect set — returning home 🏡

Client request. Before/after.

04/23/2026

She had the details… just not the moment.
A little editing (goodbye florals, hello clean lines), a soft white, and suddenly she fits anywhere. Client request.

04/20/2026

This is why I don’t pass on “ugly brown.”

Same piece—just reimagined.
Now it actually shows up.

✨Available, DM for details.

Address

Arlington, MA

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

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+17818382114

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