An Easy Table Makeover!

We acquired this table in a sad state.  The legs had to be fixed and the many scratches and dents fixed and filled.  My husband who is a furniture genius, was able to fix the legs, sand out the scratches and fill the dents.  It was then my job to bring new style to this antique table.  I am writing the following steps, but I didn't get any pictures to go with the tutorial.  I am sure I can find another table to redo and I will post those pictures.  For now, here are the following steps in the table makeover:
1.  Sand/strip the table top.  The table top needs to be completely sanded down so it can be re-stained.
2.  Take the legs off and sand.  The legs on most tables can be unscrewed from the table top.  After you remove them the legs are easier to work with.
3.  Sand the legs.  The legs need to be sanded just enough to make the new paint stick.
4.  Paint the legs.  Paint the legs of the table (I used regular indoor latex paint).  Let the paint dry.  Sand the painted legs slightly with 220 grain sandpaper.  Paint the legs with a second coat.
5.  Paint the bottom edge of the table top the same color as the legs.  Let the paint dry. Sand the edge.  paint the edge with a second coat.
6.  Stain the table top with a rag and the stain color of your choice.  We used a mahogany stain, because the table is mahogany.
7.  Stain the bottom edge of the table top and the legs of the table over the paint.  Use a brush to stain the edge and legs. Wipe off the excess stain immediately.  This gives the paint a washed look and adds depth.  Let the stain dry.
8.  Sand the edges and curves so the wood shows through.
9.  Polyurethane the whole table with a brush.  The bottom edge and legs only need one coat of polyurethane.  Allow the polyurethane to dry
10.  Sand the table top lightly. Polyurethane the table top again.
11.  Attach the legs to the table.  And you are finished.

This table is sold.  Please contact us by email if you are interested in similar pieces at davewhit4@gmail.com