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I think I know the answer to my own question but I would like your opinion. 

I was out shopping for the studio and I found this table. I bought this table with the intention of painting it yellow and putting it in my shop.


But I fell in love with it, and I decided that the oak side table I had in my living room would be replaced by the new table and I will sell the oak table {I also bought fabulous knobs for the oak table and it is now in the shop}


Now that I am keeping the table- should I paint it black, white, or keep natural?

I am thinking of keeping it natural. It has a sort of beachy-driftwood feel that goes well with the blue's, whites, and seagrass. I also feel I have enough "anchor" pieces in the room and the wood might be a fun departure from the rest of the painted pieces. 
What do you think?
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19 comments:

  1. Brenda PruittSeptember 10, 2011 at 3:26 PM

    Oh, I love it the cool blue it already is! Tranquil, soothing. I love it! Wish I could find a beauty like that.
    Brenda

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  2. janet @ the ordinary life of jannybeanSeptember 10, 2011 at 3:35 PM

    I don't think you should paint it. I love the rustic feel it has and the connection to your seagrass. :)

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  3. Iesha WilliamsSeptember 10, 2011 at 3:36 PM

    I think you should keep it natural. Great contrast with the other pieces in the room.

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  4. ShawnSeptember 10, 2011 at 4:09 PM

    Natural, it looks great, love your decorating style!!!

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  5. StaceySeptember 10, 2011 at 4:12 PM

    Natural all the way!
    Stacey

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  6. Carrie @ lovely etc.September 10, 2011 at 4:25 PM

    Definitely love it with the natural wood finish. I think mixing painted and natural wood finishes gives a room a great, layered look. And that little table definitely looks great au naturale.

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  7. Nicole Joelle September 10, 2011 at 4:35 PM

    I love the natural look--it brings in extra warth! The table really is darling :)

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  8. Nicole Joelle September 10, 2011 at 4:36 PM

    warmth...oops :)

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  9. MaggieSeptember 10, 2011 at 5:22 PM

    I vote natural. I like the texture of this piece and how it creates a contrast w/ the rest of the room.

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  10. Empty Nest Full LifeSeptember 10, 2011 at 7:09 PM

    Natural for sure. Looks beautiful in the room. Jackie

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  11. .September 10, 2011 at 7:15 PM

    Natural!! It has a perfect worn look just like it is. :)

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  12. PineconeSeptember 10, 2011 at 7:19 PM

    Loving the natural! Looks great in the room - xo Ashlyn

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  13. hilary@oldhousetrueloveSeptember 11, 2011 at 10:58 AM

    i like it as is... i think a little wood adds warmth to a room. :)

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  14. RachaelSeptember 11, 2011 at 1:52 PM

    I love black and I love white but I think the natural look blends so well with what you have going on. I love it!

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  15. VickieSeptember 11, 2011 at 3:08 PM

    I like the contrast of the natural look thrown in. I have a similar natural table with an awesome wooden checkerboard sitting on it that my son made in High school woodworking class. He even make the round chips out of wood!

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  16. JacquelineSeptember 11, 2011 at 4:52 PM

    I love the blue table it matches for living room! I cant wait to get out and do some shopping for furniture.

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  17. StaceySeptember 12, 2011 at 7:37 PM

    Hi Alison!
    I am writing to solicit some of your expert advice. I love your blog and your creations and would love some advisement. I scored some beautiful pieces of antique furniture for FREE today and wondered what I should do with them - paint or not? Would you mind sending me some thoughts and ideas my way? You can view the pictures at the link listed below:

    http://staceyembracingchange.blogspot.com/2011/09/freecycle-finds-reveal-you-arent-going.htm

    THanks for your help! It is much appreciated!
    Stacey Of Embracing Change
    freetstacey@yahoo.com
    http://staceyembracingchange.blogspot.com
    freetstacey@yahoo.com

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  18. the modern cottageSeptember 12, 2011 at 8:48 PM

    Stacey I am off to bed {long long day} and I will email you tomorrow but I did pop over and check out your finds and oh my lady- you got some fantastic finds! I would say first of all paint all of the pieces, for sure.

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  19. EvaSeptember 13, 2011 at 5:46 AM

    Leave it naked. That way all your pieces pop and are not too matchy matchy,

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