Coated in Plastic? Detailed Furniture Makeover ofMid Century Modern Dresser | Paint & Stain
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- Опубликовано: 9 окт 2021
- Personal Opinion - I don’t like blonde lacquer finishes. They make most mid-century modern pieces of furniture look like plastic. In this video we will paint and stain this mid-century modern dresser as well as add some fancy new legs. I hope you enjoy the video. If you have questions, please drop your comments below. Oh yeah, I also made a new stain color. 😊
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Original Poem:
A blonde finish,
Lacquer- tinted.
Curves and angles - means business.
Wood grain - not printed.
I saw you in the Thrift store
Drove 30 minutes
Maybe more...
Your cost- It was near my limits.
Took you home
Left you alone
But now it's time
To make you refined!
Music by Streambeats / Harris Heller
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Very pretty! I can't believe how you brought them into the 21st century. Those blond laminated pieces are the ones most in need, for sure.
Pro tip for when using the jigsaw. Place your tape OVER the surface you're cutting (rather than adjacent) and then draw your pencil line. This will help minimise tear out of the wood or veneer surface and save having to fill or repair afterwards.
These blonde wood dressers are my favorite. I love the curves and the hardware. You did a beautiful job on this one.
Your dresser looks very much like my in- laws bedroom furniture. Looks great
"Java the Nut" had me rolling. May the Fourth be with you tomorrow!
Thank you for the reminder!! How is it May already?
Keep up the good work! There are too many youtubers doing furniture makeovers but have no clue what they're doing. I will be restoring my current Alma Desk Co admin desk and your videos have provided clean, concise, and professional how to. Thank you!
Thank you! I try. Sometimes I don't feel like I know what I am doing but usually its a matter of just doing it. I wish I could find an Alma desk with the one side of drawers and the other side legs. I am fond of that style. Maybe some day!
Much better!! I like the way you explain your steps. You give out so many helpful tips.
Thank you D Shey! 😊
Many years ago, friends of my in laws gave us this entire set. Bed, side tables, and both dressers. The woman’s dresser had a massive mirror. I find myself wishing I had the set still. This Reno is wonderful.
Thank you for sharing! I wish I coudl see the entire set all together. My pintrest is filled with old advertisements for furniture just so I can look at full sets. Its very interesting!
MUCH, MUCH, MUCH BETTER!!!!
Thank you Karen!
A mature blonde in heels! Awesome job!
I was telling my friend its a mature blonde in a pants suit. This dresser is all business! Love your imagery ❤
This has to be the biggest change and for the better I have seen. Thank you for showing the details that made it possible to retain this fragile integrity. Grand look now.
Thank you Nancy 😊
I had the exact same dresser until a few years ago! Still have the night stand
“Java the Nut”. 😂. Love it
🐼 Big Bear Hugs from a 68 yr old grandma in Kirby, Texas, USA 🐼 ❤️ 🎀 ❤️ 🎀
Thank you Grammy Bear!💜
OMG!!! What a change ! Stunning!!!
Thank you! Just purchased very similar dresser and chest of drawers to refinish and took copious notes on all your advise as this is my first furniture flip!!
Good luck Annie! You got this!
Patting the sandpaper for luck is a must! And see, it worked. Turned out perfectly. 💯
It's a weird thing, that I do a lot. I'm not even sure why I do it...Like a good ole pat on the back for Mr Makita. 💙
🤣👏🏽 Java the Nutt!
😀
You are a great teacher as you narrate your process! Thank you!
I especially appreciate this video becaus I just got the EXACT SAME DRESSER from an aging family member who moved to a senior living community! You have given me all the tips I could ever ask for!
I love the dark blue & dark brown together. And I'm glad that the spiderwebs that you removed weren't holding the piece together -- that was a concern.
LOL! I have a piece that's like that now sitting in my garage. 'If I remove this, will it fall apart? Probably...' 😊
Java the Nutt! 🤣🤣 Awesome piece this turned out to be! The colors go so well together. Sweeeeeet!😀😀
I knew you'd laugh at that! I just knew it!! 💜 Thank you!
I have had this dresser for many years and was thinking about painting it sometime this week. Perfect timing for this video. Thank you
I really like that top drawer and the handles. They're pretty awesome!
This was the style of the bedroom set my grandfather had, although I think all the drawers were curved. My parents took it after he died. That set was kind of a light bronzish brown, though.
Maybe you need to start a line of stains. Your names would be catchy, for sure! Java the Nutt...had to add that extra 't', lol. The piece looks very nice, certainly a world apart from where it started. Great job! 🙂👍
Thank you Holly! That would be amazing to make my own custom line of wood stains. Life goals!
I had a dresser exactly like this in 1979!
Thank you for such a thorough tutorial. We are moving and I have several pieces I want to redo. Never done any furniture before so very nervous.
Love the dresser, parents had a whole bedroom of the blond mid-century. Of course it was 1950 😂
Just take your time and stay away from 80 grit sand paper if you want to find some wood veneer! It might also be a good idea to find a small night stand or something to just practice on. Free stuff is best if you can find it. 💙
I would never buy a piece made of particle board. That’s where I draw the line. Looks much better. Cute dog.
Love the color combination and your dog!
Thank you so much!
Love the result. And I also loved the photobomb of your Beagle. Cute little guy you have there.
Thank you Mary Kay!! 😊
I've got a set of wooden folding TV tables that I always wanted to paint and customize...your channel is giving me ideas haha
Love how this guy turned out! The richness is real with that stain color! Reminds me of the chocolate flavor see’s lollipop
Now I need snacks lol 😆 🧡
Be-yoot-i-full transformation! What a lovely update!
Thank you 😊
Had this set for about 20 years now. Tall dresser, long dresser and one bedside table.
So here I am, laying in bed, batteling migrane and missing a purple crayon! 💜
My smol one asked me why it was in the garage and asked for it back politely. Now if I can find where she hid it...Hope you are feeling better! 💜
Java the Nut!🥜🦧
Very nice. What a difference. I like your style. Down to earth, not alot of wasted time!!! Good job.
Thank you Kimberly 😊
The stain turned out beautiful.
Thank you Ruthie!
This looks so much better!! Really pretty! You did a great job!
The transformation of this piece is AMAZINGLY Beautiful !! I've seen quite a few of these dressers, & this is the best transformation, in my opinion. Good Job EMILY !!!!
Thank you so much!
Great 👍🏽 work ! Please always have the dog in the after pics😍
Fabulous as always. Hilarious as always. As a Star Wars fan I love the Java the Nutt.
I couldn't think of anything else to name it. Something about it just felt...right! Glad you enjoyed Adriana!
I'm of the don't ever paint wood, unless it's a matter of life and death crew. But I really liked this! Great color combo 👌
That looks nice, the colors are complimenting each other's.
Thank you Jan!
I hope that you get an electrical sander soon. Awesome work gorgeous🤍
First time viewing your channel. I love your work and the colors you used! And your dog is adorable. 😀
Welcome Bridget and thank you! 🐕 Doggos say thank you as well (I have two.)
I had a whole bedroom suite (this tall dresser, plus bedframe & long 6drawer dresser with mirror) Exactly like this in my childhood home in PA,USA, purchased approx 1966.
That's really awesome! Do you happen to know the manufacturer? I know this one wasn't marked. They say you can tell if someone grew up in PA by the fact they abbreviate it instead of saying Pennsylvania. (I grew up in PA.) Thank you for sharing Evie!
@@ReconstructingEmily Hi again Emily, so sorry i didnt ck back for so long! I dont remember seeing a mfr label either. My parents purchased the set in Lancaster County, possibly at a Sears store, or maybe at a smaller local company, but it wasnt necessarily made in PA. What part of the state ru from?
Oh my goodness, that piece turned out amazing! I have 2 dressers that are almost exactly the same as the piece you did with that blonde lacquer. I have been trying to figure out how and what to do with them, I got them free! I have scoured RUclips videos looking for similar pieces and no luck. That is, UNTIL TODAY! Thank you so very much for this perfect timing and fantastic instructions and inspiration on how to do the pieces I have. I can say that I am not really looking forward to this project but, at least I know what they can be. I am saving this video forever! Thanks again, take care, stay safe.
I just bought a dresser that I hope can refinish and use as a buffet, great video and great tips
Thank you and good luck! Take your time with it. 😊
❤ 😍 your pups posing. 🐶
You work is beautiful !
Thank you Janice! They are spoiled!
Great Milwaukee drill!!!
This is a great transformation.
I am doing one similar but a 6 drawer. My bottom was wood but still had damage I am not dealing with. I scored my veneer with a utility knife and just kept going with it and it worked well.
Great work! I have a dresser, (laminated), nearly identical to the one you did here. It even has the same hardwear. The only diffirence is it is in a medium dark wood grain and sits directly on the floor without legs of any kind. There is hope yet for the ol girl. I am loathed to throw it away as it is in near perfect condition. Thanks for the video.
“Java the Nut” stain 😂 love it
😀 I couldn't think of anything else that seemed right. ❤
Is just absolutely stunning.
my parents had bedroom furniture with that finish in the early 60's. I don't know why but sometime in the 90's mom had it dipped and stripped down to the base wood. She left them natural, oil rubbed I think, and it was GORGEOUS! We never knew what kind of wood it was though, sadly. I just found you and am enjoying your videos and narrations :)
Thank you for sharing! It is interesting how well this type of finish holds up, but definately doesnt look like the veneers used under it.
Love the blue!
Great job!! Beautiful
Emiliy you are so funny...always love watching your videos. Great flip
Thank you 😊
I love your videos. They are helpful and entertaining! I recently picked up a blonde midcentury dresser and have been thinking it would look better darker and with legs... This helped me visualize it. Thank you!
I am glad it can help you visualize it. 💙
Love it!!! Appreciate your explanations since I'm going to attempt to restore an old desk and your explanations on why you do something or how you do something are awesome!
Really came out beautiful!
Love the contrast of the wood and paint
Thank you Kathleen! 💜
Beautifully Restored!! Thankyou for sharing
Thank you Maria 😊
I have one of those "blonde" sets. I'm encouraged after your vid. THanks
Good luck Karen! It is always fun to see what is hidden underneath!
Gorgeous
Love your furniture rap 😁
Wow beautiful job. What a transformation
Thank you Ellen!
Love it. Great job.
Thank you 😊
Lovely. I appreciate your explanations.
It looks so stylish at the end!💥💥💥💥
Thank you!
Love the final results and I think you have the most adorable helpers… 🥰🥰🥰
Thank you Lisa 😊
Looks tons better x love it xx
Thank you Karon!
I like it!
Very nice, like the custom stain!
Thank you Maureen!
You did a beautiful job! Very classy finish
Thank you Zonya!
Love it!
Thank you Elaine!
Jolly marvelous!
Thank you Agnes! 😊
Beautiful job and color!!
Thank you Lori!
Gorgeous. Great job
Thank you Betty!! 😊
I have the same style dresser and thank you for some inspiration Emily ...I always love watching your videos ....stunning Flip as always 👍😊
Thanks for watching Debra! There's a lot of possibilities with this one. I thought about using green as well, but wanted to mix it up a bit. 💙
Glad I found your Channel Emily. I find your videos very enjoyable. The project turned out great!! Hoping all is well, Dirty Jersey out!!
Wow such a difference well done you xx
Thank you Flyn! 😊
Wow!
Absolutely gorgeous ❤️
Thank you Nancy!!
Beautiful 😊
Omg! We keep finding the same pieces. I have the chest and dresser. This design must be attracted to water
Open faced particle board bottoms are usually prone to water damage. One would think they would seal them with a strip of laminate lol. I hope you make something awesome! This would look nice with some geometric mcm stripes on the sides I think.
First time watching one of your videos...nice job explaining everything! Beautiful transformation!
Thank you and welcome!
Great job, I really enjoy watching your work and the humor is wonderful
Thank you John! 😊
Beautiful transformation!!!👍♥️
Thank you Julie!
Beautiful, like color combo.
Thank you Lydia! 😊
I have a dresser exactly like this thank you for your information
Beautiful transformation
Thank you Edna!❤
Gorgeous! You do very good work.
Thank you Libby!
Stunning
Thank you so much Rosa 😊
Awesome!
Thank you Denise 😊
Turned out beautifully. 😍 Awww gorgeous pup! ❤️🐾
Thank you - Sera appreciates the compliments 😀
Beautiful,,,I love the combination
Thank you Dodd! ❤
Beautiful save.
Looks soooo much better! Great job! 👍👍👍
Thank you Rosalie! 😊