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Quick-Fix Makeover Advice

O, The Oprah Magazine  |  From the Fall 2007 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine
Before and after dining table is repainted

Step Four: Repurpose
A coat of paint on the dining table turned a mismatched arrangement into a set. Try using a bench as a coffee table, or a chair as a place to display art books, Boyd says. It's a great way to get a fresh look without having to invest in a whole new piece.

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