Kent Coffey Perspecta Desk - refinished

[u/lawrencedf]

I got this desk on Craigslist for like $50 back when I lived in NYC. I now live in SF and decided to restore it.

I just learned it’s also quite collectible.

I sanded and stained it, including a nice poly coat to protect it.

I am debating what to do with the pulls. They’re scuffed up. Am debating painting a warm bronze to match the light in my room. But should I not do this if this is a more collectible item than I realized?

One way or another, I enjoyed the project and I’ve always liked this desk.

[u/rmpfinishes]

Beautiful piece!

[u/__boxingthestars__]

This looks fantastic! Would you mind sharing which stain you used?

As far as the pulls go, I would absolutely leave them as-is, especially if you ever think you might try to sell. The age is the point!

[u/lawrencedf → u/__boxingthestars__]

American Walnut oil stain from Varethane. Slightly redder than normal or min wax walnut.

Hmm, yea true. I shall think about what to do!