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Ralph Lauren Inspired Barstools

I have been waiting to show you these for a month. It has been so hard to keep them a secret…

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What do you think? Ok, yes, they do have some Kate in them with that kelly green. But, don’t those blue and white stripes just totally make them Ralph?

I am in love with them. Really, I’m in love with every project I’ve done for the Summer Soiree Style Series. I have truly surprised myself.

Here’s what they looked like before:

Ralph Lauren Inspired Barstools {rainonatinroof.com} #ralphlauren #barstool #makeoverJust your basic industrial vibe barstools. I didn’t dislike them, but I knew they could be better.

After making my Kate Spade lamp, I knew I wanted more kelly green in my living room, and these barstools were the perfect pieces for it. I wanted the seat to be contrasting, but work well with the green, so I went for the classic Ralph Lauren navy blue stripes.

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First, I took the back rest apart from the seat, cleaned them up well, and set them up in my super hi-tech spray painting station.

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Ralph Lauren Inspired Barstools {rainonatinroof.com} #ralphlauren #barstool #makeoverThey got 2 coats of Rust-Oleum spray paint in Forest Green and a clear gloss topcoat, also Rust-Oleum. My go-to spray paint is always Rust-Oleum. Never once have I been unsatisfied with its results.

While the stools were drying, I went to upholstering the seats with white fabric. I had to put a small nut and bolt through the seat to be able to tighten it down once I got it back on the stool. Originally , the seats had just been tacked down.

Ralph Lauren Inspired Barstools {rainonatinroof.com} #ralphlauren #barstool #makeoverOnce the stools were dry, I put the seats back on. And where are those navy stripes, you ask? I didn’t have any navy and white striped material, so I taped off the seats and painted the navy stripes on.

Ralph Lauren Inspired Barstools {rainonatinroof.com} #ralphlauren #barstool #makeoverIt took about 2 1/2 coats to get the blue evened out. I just used a sample pot of regular latex paint I had.

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I put Rub ‘N Buff along the bottom ring to add a pop of gold.

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And that’s it! It was simple and cheap and now I have amazeballs Ralph Lauren barstools. And you don’t. haha. I’m kidding. I’m not really that mean.

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Ralph Lauren Inspired Barstools {rainonatinroof.com} #ralphlauren #barstool #makeoverToo much green? I think not. Hmmmm….maybe I should have called these “Kate meets Ralph Barstools…” Too late now!

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  1. Paula@SweetPea says

    I love the combination of kelly green and navy blue. Your bar stools look great and I know you have to be so pleased with them.

    I like how you put them on flowerpots to elevate them to paint. That’s a great tip (pinning it)!

    I am pinning and can’t wait to share this on my FB page.

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  2. Lindsay says

    Yes… you’re really that mean.

    But I say it with love. 🙂

    Love them! They look fantastic! And you know I adore the green! Fantastic, Jenna!

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  4. amy @ commona-my house says

    SO GREAT!!! Love them!! I’ve been waiting to see what you did with the blue and white IKEA fabric?! Really fun!!! As much as I love neutrals, I have to say that I’m digging all the bright saturated color pops that are surfacing these days. Go Bold!!! What a great tutorial, too, btw!!! XO!

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  7. ingrid@nowathomemom says

    they are beautiful, I love everything about how you transformed your barstools! green is beautiful paired with gold and the blue makes them even more beautiful! great job Jenna! 🙂

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  10. JaneEllen says

    You sure nailed it gal. They look fantastic, what a transformation. Love em. Glad you shared this to inspire.

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  15. Lori @Vintage Charm Restored says

    Great combo!! I love the pairing of the Kate and Ralph together!! Very classy and so pretty!!! The touch of rub n buff was just perfect!!

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  25. Condo Blues says

    I normally like the industrial look of the Before stools but the crisp lines and color combo makes me like the after better.

    Also, there is no such thing as too much kelly green.

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  26. Hollie @ I'm Busy Procrastinating says

    Saw your link over at My Repurposed Life. The green is definitely eye catching and fun! Do you worry that the spray paint and/or Rub ‘n Buff will get scratched off with us? I always wonder that when I see spray painted chairs and stools, because people put their feet on them, or metal parts of clothing rub against them. I have some industrial metal stools that I’d like to change the color on, but I was thinking I’d need to have them professionally powder coated for the finish to stay looking nice.

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    • Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof says

      I don’t worry too much about it, Hollie. I put a protective top coat over the whole thing when I was done. I have lots of spray painted pieces that haven’t gotten scratched up yet. So far, the stools are holding up great!

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  27. Mandy Hank says

    I love these stools Jenna! What a great piece to add to your home. They just have so much personality now! Thanks for linking up to The Inspiration Gallery this week!

    Mandy @ The Hankful House Blog

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  35. flower says

    I am so in love with these stools! Green and navy look so wonderful together. Great job!! and thanks for the inspiration!

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  36. Ann Marie @ Twice Lovely says

    I’m wondering how these stools have held up with use? I was thinking about getting some from a school supply website, but I’m wondering if they’re sturdy and going to last with daily use from kids. Thanks for the info! These look great!

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  37. Sherry says

    Wow!!!!!! Jenna you have outdone yourself. Those are fantabulous!!!!!! Seriously, I can’t believe they started out as those uncomfortable, clinical looking stools and ended up looking like they would be at home in an upscale yacht club or as you shown them. Amazing job!! Love the color combination too! Kind of brings in a preppy vibe without saying, “You can’t sit here unless Mummy and Daddy have a house in Hamptions, right Blythe?” Lol

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  38. Carol W. says

    Well done! Beautiful color combination! Would never have matched those colors together – but I absolutely love the result! Thank you for sharing. ~ Carol W.

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  39. Mary Johnson says

    These look great! Well done! I also would have never thought of using flower pots to keep the stools off the ground while painting them. Thanks for sharing!

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