Every now and then we come across a piece that just has great bones, and this pair of faux bamboo armchairs was exactly that. When M on the Square found them, we immediately started talking about how we could give them a second life. Our team at DiVinci Painters refinished them in Farrow & Ball Cook’s Blue in a soft satin finish, taking each chair through our seven-step preparation and finishing process to create the smooth, durable finish you see here. The bamboo frame and lattice backs have that classic Chippendale influence that never really goes out of style. Once the new finish and tailored cushions came together, the whole piece felt refreshed while still honoring the character of the original chairs. They’d be beautiful in a sunroom, tucked into a living space, or even at the end of a bed. If you’re in the area, stop by M on the Square and see them in person. Pieces like this always tell their story a little better up close. And if you have a piece at home that you’ve been ...