Stunning Hutch Transformation with Black Paint and Floral Wallpaper

I found this $30 hutch on Facebook Marketplace and knew it had a ton of potential. 

First, I removed all drawer and door pulls. Then, I vacuumed the hutch and cleaned it with diluted TSP substitute and a microfiber rag.

Next, I filled all holes from the removed hardware with Bondo. I let it dry for an hour and then sanded it down until it was totally smooth. 

I lightly scuff sanded the entire hutch, especially the details that stuck out further than the others. This ensures better paint adhesion.

The paint I used was from Melange Paints One in the shade Jett. This paint is a primer, paint, and topcoat all in one. Depending on your piece, you may or may not need to use a primer. 

I applied the paint using my two favorite paint brushes, the Wooster Shortcut and the Zibra Angled Brush.

I just barely finished this project with one of the 8 oz jars, but I should have purchased two. 

I sealed the piece with furniture wax a week later to really let the paint cure.

For the wallpaper backing, I started by prying the back off of the hutch by removing the staples that held it in place. I used this staple remover. Life changer.

After removing the staples, I applied the peel and stick wallpaper, leaving a bit of overhang on each side. This is York Wallcoverings x Rifle Paper Co. Juniper Forest Peel and Stick Wallpaper.

Here it is in my entryway. Swoon.

After applying the wallpaper to the backing, I reattached it to the hutch with finishing nails every 6 inches.

When applying the wallpaper, I left an overhang that I trimmed down once I reattached the backing.

I lightly sanded as much of the shelves as I could reach and then sealed with Varathane Triple Thick (my favorite poly topcoat!)

I re-drilled my hardware holes where I wanted them placed. I still can’t believe the difference new hardware makes!

1. 3/4″ Round Knob Multipack (Set of 6)
2. 5 Center to Center Distressed Bar Pull (Set of 6)

I will have to go into greater detail on this in a future post but I added a red oak base to the hutch as well. This really took the look to the next level.

The finished look! My most asked for link is this wallpaper. I am still obsessed.

Check out my other favorite wallpapers in my home…

Or my dining room table makeover!