Before & After: An Army Green Vintage Broyhill Goes AWOL

Jennifer Hunter
Jennifer Hunter
Jennifer spends her days writing and thinking about decor, food and fashion in NYC. Not too shabby.
published Jul 10, 2014
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Mid-century modern sideboard with worn wood drawers and green cabinet doors against a red wall, labeled "before."
(Image credit: Tracy Wilson)

Tracy had been obsessively hunting for ANYTHING from the Mid-Century Brasilia line by Broyhill for years, so when she finally came across this piece for only $80, she knew she had to have it. The only problem was that it was covered in disgusting (what she calls) “government issue” green paint.

(Image credit: Tracy Wilson)

It took her a year, but Tracy finally mustered up the courage (and space) to begin the project. Worth the wait!

Tracy says:

Countless hours were spent sanding, chemically stripping, and mentally cursing the person who so thoroughly primed and painted this piece green. The end result is something I couldn’t be more proud of! Now I’m able to enjoy this iconic mid century masterpiece in my home every day.

Thank you Tracy!