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DIY: Gold Leafed Edged Tray

June 6, 2012 - 27 comments
After a bit of a DIY hiatus, I have finally whipped out some spray paint and made over a tray I had laying around. 

It came with my pleather ottoman {yes, I own pleather, don't judge me! Hoping to make that over on another rainy day}.


The good folks at Kilz gave me a gallon of their Clean Start No-Voc Primer, Low Odor Primer to try out. 
This tray was a perfect project to do just that.




 After a light sanding, I applied the primer. It has fabulous coverage and very little smell. That is great in my books. And the clean up was a snap, just water needed, no stinky paint thinner. Loved this!

I am very fond of eco-friendly alternatives. This one seems to be a keeper!



After a few light coats of red spray paint.

And  quick wipe of rub'n'buff along the edge.





A fabulous new tray.











 Love what a bit of spray paint and rub'n'buff can do!

Hope you are enjoying your Wednesday. 
We are experiencing rain and chilly temps, my husband calls it "Junuary" 

Later.

XO Barbara


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27 comments

  1. CathyJune 6, 2012 at 4:29 AM

    This looks great! I'm on the hunt for a tray for my coffee maker & supplies, I'll keep this makeover in mind!

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  2. UnknownJune 6, 2012 at 5:09 AM

    Barbara! This is one project that I am for sure copying.. like asap! So simple and smart! You are good! Love love love it! But where do I get the rub and buff?

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  3. Karen June 6, 2012 at 5:18 AM

    The gold edge makes it look so much more expensive. Nice touch.

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  4. Dana FrielingJune 6, 2012 at 5:25 AM

    Love how attention to detail brings this project to the next level. So pretty! Enjoy you 'Junuary'...we're already sweating buckets in Texas. Yuck!

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  5. Lisa MackayJune 6, 2012 at 6:54 AM

    That is fantastic Barbara! I am always pleased to find a good low-odor product, especially one that comes well-recommended!

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  6. Meesh @ I Dream of ChairsJune 6, 2012 at 7:15 AM

    Great little makeover! It sure perked up my morning. :)

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  7. Vanessa@decor happyJune 6, 2012 at 7:19 AM

    Looks great and I just may copy it too!

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  8. AnonymousJune 6, 2012 at 7:19 AM

    Lovely!! Absolutely lovely!

    Michelle from www.the236.net

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  9. Victoria @ The FAT Paint™ Company and ÉdinHomeJune 6, 2012 at 7:22 AM

    Simple clean lines highlighted with the flashy gold along with delicious red... what's not to love?!
    Victoria

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  10. Sheila ZellerJune 6, 2012 at 7:25 AM

    Looks great, and what I love is the simplicity. It makes a statement without a lot of fuss!

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  11. Sheila ZellerJune 6, 2012 at 7:25 AM

    Looks great, and what I love is the simplicity. It makes a statement without a lot of fuss!

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  12. AnonymousJune 6, 2012 at 7:44 AM

    Great tray! I'll have to find some of that primer! and "Junuary" is hilarious and true!

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  13. Rosa @ Flutter FlutterJune 6, 2012 at 7:57 AM

    That looks great Barbara!!

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  14. AnitaJune 6, 2012 at 8:04 AM

    Love the tray and the way you have it (staged?) in the pretty photos. Great job! I tend to go bananas with the rub and buff, just can't get enough, it's just so fun to use. :)

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  15. Dana @ Bungalow'56June 6, 2012 at 8:21 AM

    looks gorgeous Barbara. It is very cold and rainy here too. You are making me appreciate red more and more.
    Dana

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  16. Shelley JacobsenJune 6, 2012 at 8:59 AM

    Love the red and the gold gives it a real custom look...nice job!

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  17. Linda {Calling it Home}June 6, 2012 at 8:59 AM

    You go girl, it looks great. No judgement on the pleather life is a process of before DIY and after DIY.

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  18. Tracey Ayton PhotographyJune 6, 2012 at 9:40 AM

    Seriously ....... this Junuary or whatever you want to call it, sucks!!! But your tray looks wonderful. I have been wanting to try out gold leafing on some ikea frames to emulate the ones at Chapters. Ya know the ones? They have a linen matting with silver leafing on the edges. BEAUTIFUL.

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  19. UnknownJune 6, 2012 at 10:42 AM

    What a fantastic project! Just a touch of gold like that really amps up the whole look. Great job!

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  20. lisaroyJune 6, 2012 at 12:06 PM

    Love it! Especially that gold detail. Good to know that kill has a non- stinky version. I'll send you some 42c heat from here!

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  21. Vintage HomeJune 6, 2012 at 1:50 PM

    OH my goodness ....having tray envy over here!...Looks so awesome & now I will feel confident buying that kilzzzzzs!
    I have some project that will need that & I am so glad it is as it says!
    see you tomorrow looking forward to it!

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  22. Meagan, in house nesterJune 6, 2012 at 4:04 PM

    Love the way this turned out Barb!
    Meagan

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  23. KerryJune 6, 2012 at 5:01 PM

    bahahaha Junuary made me laugh! That's exactly what it feels like. haha. Ok... moving on.
    This turned out fabulous Barbara! Love the colour choice and so smart to use the rub n' buff along the edge!
    Looking forward to seeing you tomorrow! :)

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  24. TimJune 6, 2012 at 5:04 PM

    OMG Barb!! I love it! and you make it looks so simple. .... I have been looking for a tray for a project. I think I will have to just pick up one and attempt this DIY myself! Love the gold edge detail.

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  25. InteriorGroupieJune 6, 2012 at 7:52 PM

    ooooooooh love it just on the edge!! gorgeous

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  26. CamilleJune 8, 2012 at 9:29 AM

    That is one GOOD lookin' tray! I had no idea that Kilz made no VOC primer. That is awesome! I'm always looking for eco-friendly products that actually work. Love little projects like this Barbara! So satisfying. And great looking photography/styling, BTW!
    Camille

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  27. MariaJune 9, 2012 at 8:47 PM

    The tray looks beautiful, I love what you did! Love the little bird sitting inside the tray, too!

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