For those that don’t know, a “commode” is a portable wash stand, and could be considered a toilet of sorts if you’re from Louisiana. But today we’re talking about the small cabinet type of commode that dates back to the mid 1700’s. It’s basically like a bathroom vanity without the sink. Enough history.
This little guy came to us from a client in this condition:
And do you remember our little teaser photo from a few weeks ago?
Nick had a lot of structural business to take care of (his fave) before we could prime, paint, distress, and secure the Ash butcher-block surface. (Butcher Block Tutorial HERE!)
Check out that wood grain! BAM!
I love how the body looks like aged barnwood, and the top is so sleek and smooth.
This piece is going in the client’s dining room to be used as a decorative buffet.
Do ya dig it?
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I like how this piece came out. Typically red is not a favorite color of mine but this looks awesome. By the way, this is the bottom of a Hoosier type cabinet from the 1920’s or so. Too bad the top is missing. For some reason the bottoms are easier to find than the tops are. I’m still looking for a top to go with a bottom of a cabinet that belonged to my grandparents. Hopefully I will stumble across the perfect match someday. The piece featured on Better After is equally gorgeous. You two do great work!
That Nick…he is a keeper. That is simply georgeous!
I do dig it! Nice work, as always. I need your hubby to work his magic on several things I’ve picked up off of the side of the road, at thrift stores, etc. : )