Vintage Rolling Metal Cart

These metal rolling carts are so cute but it is hard to find one in good shape. This one wasn't half bad, a little rust but no dents!

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The chrome on this cart was rusty but not too far gone.

I was able to bring this cart out of the garage and make it pretty again with a few quick coats of paint. 

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I gave the cart a good scrubbing, I used steel wool to remove some of the rust on the legs and smooth them before painting. 

I covered the red metal shelves with tape and newspaper so I could spray paint the chrome legs without taking the cart apart. 

I'm being a little lazy on this one but I knew I could make it cute again with minimal effort.

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I used Krylon Maxx Ultimate Cover spray paint in Silver Metallic and sprayed the legs on all sides. 

The color was not exactly the chrome color on the cap I was expecting but the silver paint cleaned up the legs nicely.

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When the spray paint dried I pulled off the tape and the paper. 

I used Annie Sloan Chalk Paint® in Emperor's Silk to repaint the red. 

Annie Sloan Chalk Paint® sticks to metal and while this is not a shiny paint like the original red, a sealer can be added to create a satin or glossy finish.

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I decided to use Miss Mustard Seed Tough Coat as my sealer. 

It gives a satin finish that is both durable and smooth.

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I kept the vintage appeal of this metal cart while giving it a quick makeover. 

How great would this cart be as a bar cart or a coffee cart for the holidays? 

I'm picturing this pretty red cart with baskets of k-cups and hot cocoa packets and jars filled with marshmallows and candy canes. 

Can you see it now? 

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I was happy to fix up this cart so it can be enjoyed all over again for an outdoor party or a holiday party!



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