I agree Wendy !! Problem is,, people have no imagination !! But if you do it and stick it under their noses,,,they say,,Why didn`t I think of that !!! Table top should be easily tightened and paint can hide the repair if you fill it a bit !! Leave the top to keep the aged look and take an old candle and rub the wear and age points, along the edges ect !! Paint away !! Then the candle wax should be easy to scrub off leaving the old part showing through in selected areas !! Put a nice flower or two on top or a candleholder with an old scarf and flower and its Shabby Chic !!! Might even raise the price a bit !!