Dresser Makeover

So that little dresser that I scored at Round Top got a little makeover.  My inspiration piece was this chest from Wisteria

Here's the before:

I 1st applied a chemical stripper, then sanded it with my orbital sander, then applied two coats of deck stain in Driftwood Gray.

I loving the rustic quality the stain gives it.  I soaked the hardware in some ammonia for several hours to clean it up.  I didnt want to completely clean the hardware up because I felt the slightly tarnished looked added to the age of the piece.  Now I really feel this piece tells a story.

Im linking to:

Miss Mustard Seed

The Shabby Nest

Centsational Girl