The Reveal of the Craigslist Dining Chairs

My search for dining room chairs ended over Thanksgiving weekend, when I scored these Craigslist beauties...

Okay. They weren't exactly beauties.

Some were in their original upholstery that was torn and falling apart. Others had been recovered with cheap fabric and foam rather than the original hand-tied springs.

But, the wood structure was sturdy. I knew with a little nip/tuck, they'd be gorgeous again.


Some fresh paint, new upholstery and nailheads, and voila...

I know the white seat is probably scaring all you moms out there. But, it is actually covered in an ultra stain resistant faux leather.

I'm so pleased with how they turned out. I don't know which is more satisfying... seeing the chairs brought back to life or knowing how much money I saved by restoring old chairs rather than buying new.

I was able to get 2 armchairs and 6 side chairs in the fabric and color of my choice for less than 2 new side chairs.

Now I need to get slipcovers made for my host and hostess chairs. (Oh, and maybe actually put the art on the walls.)

Then it's on to window treatments and a rug. All in good time.

At least we can finally sit down at the table :)


If you are in the market for new furniture and can't find what you're looking for in your price range, don't forget to check ebay, Craigslist or local auctions. You know what they say, "one man's trash is another man's treasure."

If you want to read the backstory on the Craigslist chairs, you can find it HERE.



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