What I Would Do

If I didn't already have a handful of projects waiting to be finished, an upcoming vacation, a new air conditioner to pay for, or limited space I would totally buy this set off Craigslist. I'd paint them and use the two end tables for nightstands, wack down the sofa table's legs to make it a bench for the end of the bed (adding a cushion of course), and see if there was room left for the last round table or use it in another place. If I didn't have all those other limitations, you see...

Dressing Up Some Dressers

I've been checking Craigslist like crazy lately looking for furniture for our bedroom. We haven's had a nice set and the "dressers" we have are falling apart...literally. One of the drawers is sitting on the top because it's broken and doesn't slide in and out. Buying from Craigslist was a learning experience. The first dresser we took a look at was in bad condition and in a smokey home. So lesson learned, ask if it's from a smoke-free home. The second dresser we looked at looked much worse than the picture led us to believe. Second lesson, have them email you a few pictures. That way you can zoom in and hopefully assess the item a little better. We finally picked up a set that I think I'll be happy with. I've been cleaning them tonight. After pulling all the drawers out and really getting to know these pieces I feel even further educated. I was disappointed that some parts are laminate or paneling type stuff which led me here while doing some research on line. The bulk of them are real wood and they are heavy! The drawer slides are wood and the joints are dovetail, both positives. I can't wait to get them painted! Now to decide what color. White is out per Kirk's request. I'm not convinced I want black in such quantity in my bedroom. Hmm, what does that leave?