This converted vintage chest was an absolute showstopper at our first event!

The previous owners had this in their family for quite some time. The original design was very rustic, an aged look created with hammers and chains.  

We filled in quite a bit of the imperfections while still trying to leave some of the piece's original charm.

We updated the face with a beautiful transfer and added a lift system to the inside.

This means you can conveniently raise up your tabletop to create a comfortable workspace or enjoy a cozy dinner. 

There is so much amazing storage in this piece, making it perfect for all those spare blankets, pillows, or board games! 

The top left side of this piece has a slight bowing, as shown in the listing photo. The inside was left original as it was in perfect condition and the wood just needed to be hydrated. This piece would work perfectly as a coffee table, at the end of your bed, or as a storage bench!

Dimensions:
L: 50 Inches
W: 26 Inches
H:19.5 Inches (when open 24 inches/2 ft)
BODY: 

Primed with Dixie Belle Boss. Charcoal Chalk paint by Rustoleum. (Has strong navy undertones). 

Paint sealed with Clear wax and brown wax by Dixie Belle.

Redesign with Prima transfer - Somewhere in France

TOP:

Stained in: Flagstone by Verathane. 

Polyurethane: 5 coats 

Inside Hydrated with Feed n Wax - Howard products 

Lift-up Hinge on the inside: can hold between 100-200lbs. 

FEET: 

Sanded raw and stained with Flagstone to match the top. 

Sealed with 4 coats of Satin Wipe on Poly by Minwax.

Furniture glides added to feet for easy moving.

HANDLES: 

Spray painted black and added gold gilding wax to give an aged effect.

Cleaning instructions: use a slightly damp cloth or a diluted multi-surface cleaner on the top. Be careful to not scrub painted areas.

Best way to open: place one hand on either side of tabletop and pull upwards at the same time.