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Cheap Modern DeskJanMichael over at AMODERNU sent us this very cool DIY. He found a great Modern Arc floor lamp for an amazing $14. There was only one problem, the thing was brass. JanMichael’s first thought was to paint it but with a little research he found a way to make that ugly dated brass, silver modern! For a grand total of $24 he now has a very cool modern arc lamp. He even shares a few tips how to get that ugly duckling a little cheaper. Check out more “after” pics and a link to the DIY after the jump.
Thanks for the DIY JanMichael!
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Comments ( 16 )
CapreeK: Jul 15 09 at 10:25 amOh man! I’ve seen so many cool lights and other things that I wanted, but they were brass so I never bothered to get them. Thanks for sharing this, now I know better for the next time I spot something!
AMODERNU: Jul 15 09 at 11:34 pmI’ve had some people ask what brand I used to remove the brass finish. It was Klean-Strip KS-3 Premium Stripper purchased from Lowes.
Sarah: Jul 16 09 at 3:01 pmJan! You are such a cool woman! Thanks for sharing!
Lovin_the_Lamp_Lady: Jul 16 09 at 4:03 pmWow! So neat! Obviously this fine young woman put a lot of time and effort into this project. In fact, judging from her reflection, she’s a project I’D like to put a lot of time and effort into.
Brooke: Jul 16 09 at 7:56 pmUmmm.. that’s not a woman. Lol that’s my brother. Who’s A GUY. Not a woman. Poor Jan lol. Good job though! hahahah
Donna: Jul 16 09 at 8:53 pmJanMichael, your momma taught you well. It’s a beautiful lamp, for a guy or a girl! LOL
Tyler: Jul 16 09 at 9:14 pmJanMichael, my bad sorry
mikell angealo: Jul 16 09 at 9:32 pmWowzer Jan, what kind of shoes were you wearing while you created this work of art !? Maybe they were Redball Jets huh ?
mikell
Old Aunt Pat: Jul 16 09 at 10:55 pmYou do good work and carry on the family tradition of cheap.
vicvision: Jul 17 09 at 10:50 amGreat idea. I just love a good deal plus creating something that looks like you paid hundreds for. I am sure we all find others things to use this type of refinishing on. Thanks for the tip.!
JEANNIE: Jul 20 09 at 10:50 pmRUB MY LAMP ANYTIME !!
RMS386: Jan 07 10 at 12:21 pmThe blog post about how to remove the brass color is no longer up and running! Does anyone remember the steps to this process?
lanvy: Feb 05 10 at 9:22 pmdid i miss something??? HOW DID JAN SILVERIZE THE BRASS???
Tyler: Feb 06 10 at 10:54 amLanvy, this is his new site
lanvy: Feb 07 10 at 11:58 amTyler, thanks for the link. His blog is full of great hard to find mid-century information. Very Cool!!
mikell angealo: Mar 09 10 at 10:57 amI will bet Jan, the man, could work magic with a piece of plywood and some plexiglas !
