How I Updated My Oak Cabinets Without Paint by Using Briwax! Easy Budget Kitchen Makeover! Only $24

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In this video, I show you how to update oak cabinets without paint by using Briwax! This is an easy and inexpensive DIY kitchen cabinet update on a budget!
PLEASE NOTE
1. This is my personal experience. You may get different results. I’m not a professional.
2. Briwax has a VERY strong odor!
3. As others have pointed out, it does NOT work on wood that has a polyurethane finish to it. The Briwax will not stick.
4. I suggest trying it on the back of a cabinet door first to see if you get the results you want.
5. If you have specific questions, you can contact Briwax on their website.
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  • @queenofthehousehold
    @queenofthehousehold2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you all for the support on this video! I'm a tiny KZreadr who simply wanted to share a frugal DIY project that worked well for my home. However, there have been a few concerns that aren't mentioned in the video. Please read the notes below before deciding if this is right for you and your home. *PLEASE NOTE* 1. This is my personal experience. You may get different results. I’m not a professional. 2. Briwax has a VERY strong odor! 3. As others have pointed out, it does NOT work on wood that has a polyurethane finish to it. The Briwax will not stick. 4. I suggest trying it on the back of a cabinet door first to see if you get the results you want. 5. If you have specific questions, you can contact Briwax on their website: briwax.com/contact/

  • @wordswritteninred7171

    @wordswritteninred7171

    2 жыл бұрын

    THANK YOU EMILY! We are very limited on money. Who isn't, right? Lol But we just moved into a house that needs so much work! All the wood here, is the same. With that yellow orange hue to it. Seems nothing really goes well with it. We have the same exact cabinets as you. And with no money to spare, we were stick with them. NOT NOW!!!! THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH! Wonder why I have never heard of this before? Seems so simple to do! Thank you again! SUBBED!

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@wordswritteninred7171 I had never heard of it either until I stumbled across an article on Pinterest! I hope it works well for your home too. Thankfully, it's such a low cost option! Welcome to the community here! Glad to have you.

  • @Mama-Ames

    @Mama-Ames

    2 жыл бұрын

    I enjoyed your video. Your kitchen is lovely. But please try to support local business. Don't help billionaire Bezos close down small, local shops, many family-owned for generations. From my heart, I thank you.🙏♥️🇺🇲✌

  • @dannydonnelly8345

    @dannydonnelly8345

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@wordswritteninred7171 before you buy this product and use it, I say this as a former dealer of briwax, it has a terrible very toxic very poisonous odor. If you are looking to truly update your cabinets, painting them white seems to be in Vogue. Also your cabinets are coated with polyurethane, you will have to sand every bit of that off any part of the woods you put the briwax on, or else it will not stick. It will forever be wet on the surface of your cabinets smudging and rubbing off on your hands and clothing. Your kitchen will smell like briwax for months. This product is basically only good for wood that has not been finished. Or that has been completely stripped. On the other hand there are many many many other products, you just need to talk to somebody that knows about them. If you're going to paint them you need to only ruff up the polyurethane surface to make it so the paint will adhere. You did not have to strip the cabinets completely to do it properly.

  • @carolg.6838

    @carolg.6838

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you E.ily and commenter Danny E that this product has such a very strong odor that lingers so long. Many could never use this product. Or perhaps worse if they had someone else do it while they were out and had no clue...I would have to vacate or be sick and lightheaded..for months? Emily, product aside, you did a great job on everything.

  • @76missahmad
    @76missahmad3 жыл бұрын

    Omg....THANK YOU... this is my kind of kitchen update--no removing doors, no sanding, no painting, I love it!🙌🏾 I'm updating my kitchen now and am *sick* of seeing white cabinets, plus, for me, it's just not a practical finish with 3 kids. Can't wait to try this on my oak cabinets.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes! It's really easy for those of us who don't have major DIY skills. Ha! I hope you like how it turns out!

  • @MovieMakingMan

    @MovieMakingMan

    Жыл бұрын

    Everyone is going to white cabinets. In a few months white will look boring and dull. Then everyone will be saying how wonderful honey oak looks. I’m with you. Every video I’ve seen was about removing all cabinet doors and hardware, sanding 5 times, painting five times and then reattaching all the cabinet doors. Oh yeah, that doesn’t include finishing the cabinet frames. The entire process for a small kitchen with one person doing all the work is over 2 months! They can keep their white cabinets. If anyone comes into my house and disses my honey oak I’ll throw them out 😀. I love honey oak so to heck with the white cabinet snobs 😂😂😂.

  • @kaileim970

    @kaileim970

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@MovieMakingMan I updated my kitchen in 2008 and went honey oak because I love the color too. I may try this tho...

  • @AmysMusic7

    @AmysMusic7

    Жыл бұрын

    You can’t do this over painted white cabinets. You would have to sand off all the paint first.

  • @Allaiya.

    @Allaiya.

    10 ай бұрын

    So did you do it?

  • @cynthiarafferty7662
    @cynthiarafferty76622 жыл бұрын

    The Briwax really made the wood grain come out in the oak cabinets to give them a different look without painting them. To replace kitchen cabinets can be expensive and sometimes the cabinets that are in the kitchen are good quality and solid wood. I like the knobs and pull handles that you put on the cabinets. They give a more modern look to the cabinets. I like the new kitchen sink faucet too. A good use of money to update your kitchen without construction mess and spending thousands and thousands of dollars. Great job!

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Cynthia! Yes, it's a great thrifty option!

  • @dollysmommy3
    @dollysmommy32 жыл бұрын

    A wooden skewer works really well for getting the gunk out of the corners and no chance of scratching. It works well on faucet areas too. Thanks Emily.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing, Judy!

  • @ThePinkPanth3r

    @ThePinkPanth3r

    Жыл бұрын

    I came to comments to say the same thing. I get in so much trouble when I take the kitchen knives into the garage lol.

  • @macbook802

    @macbook802

    2 ай бұрын

    Also a toothpick

  • @macbook802

    @macbook802

    2 ай бұрын

    Also a steamer

  • @teaberrywmn
    @teaberrywmn2 жыл бұрын

    You sold me on this cabinet upgrade. I've researched painting, gel stain, etc and this is exactly what I'm going for. Thank you so much for your very useful tutorial.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    I did the same research before finally choosing this method, and I’m so glad I did it! I hope you like it too.

  • @conniesmith2748
    @conniesmith2748 Жыл бұрын

    I watched your video several times and decided to try briwax for my cabinets which are about 50 years old. I simply love the results!! Thank you so much for your video.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    Жыл бұрын

    That’s wonderful, Connie! ❤️

  • @toninatoli
    @toninatoli2 жыл бұрын

    The cabinets look great. I'm most impressed with you installing the faucet! Plumbers are soooo expensive to hire!

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Toni! It took sometime to figure out, but I’m glad I was able to install it.

  • @aprilella5027
    @aprilella50273 жыл бұрын

    This looks amazing! It transformed the kitchen entirely. Thank you I had never heard of this product. I will definitely go with this option instead of painting

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    3 жыл бұрын

    I'm so glad this video helped! I hope you enjoy using the Briwax, April!

  • @alannarbt174
    @alannarbt1742 жыл бұрын

    I love that the fact that you kept the integrity of the wood here. I’m currently looking for a home to buy and so many kitchens have their oak cabinets painted over and it drives me nuts lol

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes, I think it was such a big trend that a lot of people followed. But it's not easily reversible! ;) I love the look of stained wood.

  • @blackcatusa7946

    @blackcatusa7946

    Ай бұрын

    @@queenofthehousehold beautiful I want to do this. Did you have to sand? Sorry if I missed it in the video, but didn't notice reading through the comments.

  • @debpratt52

    @debpratt52

    Ай бұрын

    I agree. Once you paint, you have to paint forever. (Or do a lot of work stripping it.)

  • @Fuzzmom903
    @Fuzzmom9032 жыл бұрын

    You go!!! Thank you so much for giving hope to those of us who want to keep our custom wood cabinetry, but simply want an update that isn’t paint.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes, there is hope! Paint is not the only option. 👍🏻😀

  • @kandaschurr7034
    @kandaschurr70343 жыл бұрын

    Great job, and I like that you matched your hardware to your new faucet! After years of trying to figure out what to do with my yellowed cabinets, you, dear Emily, have solved the problem in seven minutes and forty-two seconds. Wow. Thank you so much for sharing!!!

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yay! I’m so glad you enjoyed this video, Kanda! The faucet and hardware really took the kitchen up a notch!

  • @Skarfp
    @Skarfp Жыл бұрын

    I've been wanting to do my bathroom vanity and happened to come across your channel. It was so inspiring that I ordered a can of BriWax right away and look forward to getting to work. Thank you so much!

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    Жыл бұрын

    I hope you love how it turns out!

  • @arlenel9583
    @arlenel95832 жыл бұрын

    Wow. Never heard of this product. Emily, this was amazing to see how you transformed your cabinets. Mine are about 40 years old and I've been wanting to find some way to brighten them up without a major paint project (not me doing it) or replacing. I found a video also on how to de-gunk them with Tire and Wheel Cleaner, so after I eventually do that, I just might give this a try. Thank you for sharing.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    It really is an amazing product! I hope it works well for your cabinets too. I had no idea about that trick for cleaning gunk from the cabinets. Thanks for sharing!

  • @sunshine4evr517
    @sunshine4evr517 Жыл бұрын

    This is exactly what I was looking for. I am updating on a budget to sell my house. The results are amazing , fresh, and more 2022

  • @daviddavid9837
    @daviddavid98373 жыл бұрын

    Yes! I found it! This is exactly what I need for the 48-year-old kitchen! Thank you so much for posting this!

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yay! I’m so glad this helped, David!

  • @shirleycolopy4322
    @shirleycolopy43223 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful job! Love the knobs and faucet. Little things like that make a huge difference! You don’t have to spend thousands.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes, Shirley! I agree. Simple fixes are my favorite!

  • @sandramichaud8033
    @sandramichaud80334 ай бұрын

    You made this a couple,years ago, but this is what I need to refresh my cabinets. Just need to choose the right color. We all thank you!

  • @kimberlyemili6137
    @kimberlyemili61372 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Emily! I did it today. I used Dark Brown Briwax as the Tudor was out of stock. Also replaced door handles and drawer pulls. Very pleased with results. (And my clean sink!)

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yay, I’m so happy to hear you did all of that! Way to go, Kimberly!

  • @karenstaedter183

    @karenstaedter183

    Жыл бұрын

    Love it. Thanks

  • @happytrails8242
    @happytrails8242 Жыл бұрын

    This looks great!!! I've been wanting to give my kitchen cabinets an update but really wasn't looking forward to sanding and staining...I want to give this a try!!

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    Жыл бұрын

    I hope you like it!

  • @UMITEBIQ01
    @UMITEBIQ012 жыл бұрын

    This product, new to me, really brought out the beauty of the grain in this wood, very good looking, rich! Thank you for showing us how

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for watching, Ellen!

  • @sandeedriver1941
    @sandeedriver19416 ай бұрын

    WHAT A GAL YOU ARE! Thank you for sharing this simple but yey extravagant makeover with us! Beautiful!

  • @joyceprice6749
    @joyceprice6749 Жыл бұрын

    The kitchen looks great. I have painted and stained all my life and I must say you did a terrific job.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!

  • @JamieM470
    @JamieM4702 жыл бұрын

    So it IS actually possible to change the color of those yellowish-orange oak cabinets without taking everything apart, sanding, stripping, etc. Yay! Love this! Thank you thank you!!!!!!

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes! I love making things as uncomplicated as possible! 🙌🏻

  • @ccpbux
    @ccpbux9 ай бұрын

    I'm currently gel staining a bathroom vanity and stopped to take a break & watch KZread videos on cabinet staining. I also have the honey oak cabinets and have been wanting to stain my kitchen cabinets darker, but it's a huge project for me & I've been a little nervous about doing it. I ran across your video and will definitely do the Briwax method for my kitchen. Great job on your update!! I love seeing other moms doing DIY projects! The feeling of accomplishment & seeing the results afterward are always so rewarding!! Thanks for sharing!

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    9 ай бұрын

    Yes! I love the feeling of accomplishment. I hope you like the Briwax on your kitchen cabinets!

  • @isabelnieto5189
    @isabelnieto5189 Жыл бұрын

    thank you thank you for this. I've been looking for a solution to my oak cabinets that didn't require removing and sanding and you have been the answer to my prayers. thank you so much, I can't wait to try this.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    Жыл бұрын

    I hope you love how it turns out! It’s so nice to not have to sand all the cabinets.

  • @mals86
    @mals862 ай бұрын

    Thanks for this. I have honey oak cabinets that I don't love, and I've been trying to decide what to do with them. I can understand why a lot of people would really love this look, and I appreciate your posting this video... because it's confirming that what I really hate about the cabinets is not so much the warm honey color, but the heavy distinctive oak grain. An update that highlights the grain would, I think, just make me hate them more. (This is my preference, y'all. Please don't take it personally.) There's no money in the budget for cabinet replacement and my early-2000s cabinets are pretty sturdy anyway. So I think I'm going to be filling the grain, sanding, priming, and painting -- not that I'm looking forward to that, but I'm convinced it's the way for me to go. Again, I really appreciate seeing what you've done with your cabinets because it's been so helpful to me in knowing what I do and do not want.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 ай бұрын

    I’m glad you figured out what will work for you!

  • @infjfemale200
    @infjfemale200 Жыл бұрын

    You did a beautiful job with updating the cabinets as well as replacing your faucets, it look so nice! I also like that the counters are clutter free.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @SharryLynnOR1

    @SharryLynnOR1

    Жыл бұрын

    We put black hardware pulls on our honey oak cabinets during Covid. Then just changed out our beige tiles with light brown grout counters with granite in browns, beiges, black and tans. Now the cabinets need cleaning and update to bring out the wood grain. Not paint! We are teetering between Gell and Briwax. We need to get our kitchen put back together, too. Help?

  • @SharryLynnOR1

    @SharryLynnOR1

    Жыл бұрын

    We also changed our faucet to a black brass bridge configuration and separate ariator to spray the sinks and meal prep. Looks SO traditional! Love it!

  • @charlottestockham9529
    @charlottestockham9529 Жыл бұрын

    THANKS! I’m doing this; same situation I’m doing it myself, on a budget, and I’m so happy I found your site! 😃

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    Жыл бұрын

    Good luck! If I can do it, you can do it! 🙂

  • @edwardmarlowe7926
    @edwardmarlowe7926 Жыл бұрын

    These look great! Definitely going with this approach over painting and sanding

  • @amybell4113
    @amybell41133 жыл бұрын

    Wow! It looks so good! Great work!

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Amy!

  • @pammonaghan6038
    @pammonaghan60383 жыл бұрын

    Kitchen looks great and boy, do I wish I had your energy.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    3 жыл бұрын

    Ha! I was worn out afterwards, that's for sure! Thank you for watching, Pam!

  • @frankkay6457
    @frankkay6457 Жыл бұрын

    What a BRILLIANT HACK! I used the TEAK Briwax on my tired, dated medium oak kitchen, and it LOOKS GREAT! THANK YOU SO MUCH!

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    Жыл бұрын

    That’s great! I’m so happy you liked the results too. 😊

  • @dmotta2811
    @dmotta28112 жыл бұрын

    It looks so good, the hardware really made a difference. It looks like whole new cabinets.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much! I really love how it turned out.

  • @carolynlangston1316
    @carolynlangston13163 жыл бұрын

    The cabinets look so nice!!

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Carolyn!

  • @troyperry1231
    @troyperry12313 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful job I was wondering what I should do and I wanted something not to time consuming and difficult because we have the same cabinetry and just finished concrete counter tops and thanks for sharing.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    3 жыл бұрын

    Oh, concrete counter tops are so cool! I hope the Briwax works well for your kitchen!

  • @dianamedrano3591
    @dianamedrano3591 Жыл бұрын

    It looks really nice! Very proud of you! Hard working lady!💪👏

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you! 😊

  • @Tadaia
    @Tadaia4 ай бұрын

    GREAT JOB SIS!! I've watching vids all weekend on painting, staining, cerusing, you-name-it... my 80's gold oak cabinets. I'm still deciding but your idea just moved to the top of my list!! Bravo!!

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    4 ай бұрын

    I hope you find an option you like! It has worked great for us. 😊

  • @samiam777
    @samiam7773 жыл бұрын

    Looks great! I never even new about that briwax!

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Samantha! This was the first time I used it. I hadn’t heard of it before either!

  • @carmalitayanock9584
    @carmalitayanock95842 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, this looks great!

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Carmalita!

  • @losttheremote13
    @losttheremote1310 ай бұрын

    Omg this is fantastic! That yellow tinted wood reminds me of college dorm furniture and I so do not want that in my kitchen. Amazing!

  • @lizsmith3717
    @lizsmith37173 жыл бұрын

    How beautiful! I loved your video and just the right length! You are so talented!🥰

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    3 жыл бұрын

    That is so kind of you, Liz! Thank you!

  • @eldee858
    @eldee8582 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for sharing!!! You saved me a ton of work. I was going to either paint or gel stain. This looks so much easier and with a very nice result. Great video!

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    I’m so glad it was what you were looking for, Eldee! It’s definitely an easier option than most other ideas out there. I hope you like the results!

  • @eo6613
    @eo66132 жыл бұрын

    I love this. Very practical and it looks great! I want to get this product for my kitchen table and some shelves to match them with my other furniture 🙂

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    Briwax is such a great product. I hope you love it! I’ve used it on a couple of my shelves too, and it looks great!

  • @lgamble
    @lgamble Жыл бұрын

    Your hard work really paid off! ❤️

  • @jennyl.5730
    @jennyl.57302 жыл бұрын

    I looked into chalk paint etc. I am happy to have found this because it keeps the oak looking so nice & new.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes, it's a nice alternative to painting!

  • @dianabaskin1944
    @dianabaskin19442 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing. This looks like something I can do. Most of the videos I have watched show taking the doors off, sanding and painting over the wood to make them look smooth. I do not want to do this because it is a part of the style of my older house. I just want to update them. Looks great.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Diana! I took the easy route for sure without taking the doors of. Ha! I hope it works for you. I do want to mention that it doesn't work over cabinets with Polyurethane. But if your cabinets are just stained it should work!

  • @carlaphoenix8965
    @carlaphoenix89653 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this post .👍🏻👍🏻. I have the same solid oak cabinets. I keep seeing videos of people painting their lovely wood cabinets and it makes me nuts 😵😵😵. You video has given me a great alternative to consider to update our 1998 kitchen. Well done and thank you. 😃

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi Carla! I'm glad this was helpful! My kitchen was built in 1997, so right around the same time as yours. Yes, I love the look of wood cabinets!

  • @kristindacus8642
    @kristindacus86423 ай бұрын

    Just found this! BriWax is one of my favorite products. I have used it on cabinets and furniture and it is always amazing at the change it makes.

  • @martinsmuskokafarm9268
    @martinsmuskokafarm92682 жыл бұрын

    That looks fantastic!!! So much nicer then just paint.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @Holly-nb3vm
    @Holly-nb3vm2 жыл бұрын

    Guys, I got sucked in by this video. It doesn’t work if your cabinets have any finish whatsoever. This will NOT STAIN POLYURETHANE, it will only change the color if you sand off most of the finish. Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but I tried it. Absolutely no change whatsoever (except to the worn areas) and I used BLACK!

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    Oh no, Holly! I’m so sorry it didn’t work for you. Thank you for sharing your results though.

  • @murphy75571

    @murphy75571

    2 ай бұрын

    That's the problem we are having. It made it look nicer but didn't change the color and we bought dark brown. Did it work after you sanded it down?

  • @brandimarsh7875

    @brandimarsh7875

    2 ай бұрын

    I literally just asked this question before seeing your response. BUMMER!!! Thanks for sharing the warning!

  • @NowWhatPpl

    @NowWhatPpl

    21 күн бұрын

    Strange bc it looks like her cabinets in video have a poly coating?

  • @richb5918

    @richb5918

    7 күн бұрын

    You have to take off the protective finish. The stain can not penetrate the wood otherwise. Use a stripper before you sand. It will save time.

  • @rachelkirtsey5835
    @rachelkirtsey58352 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Emily! You save me money from hiring painters! Plus you gave me ideas on my kitchen decor! Good Job!! Well done!

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yay! I’m so glad this was helpful, Rachel!

  • @candicebrock7064
    @candicebrock70649 ай бұрын

    Just waxed our bathroom vanity and I am so pleased. I applied with wax brushes from Amazon. It was so simple. Thank you for sharing this helpful tip. 😁

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    9 ай бұрын

    Yay! So happy to hear you like it. 🤗

  • @kimberlym.3643
    @kimberlym.36433 жыл бұрын

    What a great transformation!

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Kimberly!

  • @yeg8378
    @yeg83783 жыл бұрын

    You are amazing!

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    3 жыл бұрын

    Aww, you are so kind!

  • @SomewhereInIndiana1816
    @SomewhereInIndiana18162 жыл бұрын

    Looks nice!! And I love the finish of the new faucet and how it looks with the updated cabinet finish.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! 😀

  • @susanmunoz7688
    @susanmunoz76882 жыл бұрын

    Good job Emily. I am looking forward to seeing your other podcasts!

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Susan!

  • @Spedteacher2020
    @Spedteacher20203 жыл бұрын

    To get dirt and gunk out of tight places use a hand held steamer. Best $30 I ever spent on Amazon. I steamed my windows, mattresses, bathtub, sinks, cabinets, and soon. I have the Bissell steam shot.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    3 жыл бұрын

    Great tip, Chally! Thank you for sharing!

  • @CC-rv4zc
    @CC-rv4zc3 жыл бұрын

    Love this. I've been trying to come up with a way to update my cabinets without painting. I love seeing the wood grain, but I don't love the color.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes, I agree, Christine! I love the wood grain showing up better too.

  • @CC-rv4zc

    @CC-rv4zc

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@queenofthehousehold exactly! The grain on my cabinets is so beautiful, the color not so much. The house has beautiful original 40s wood mounding, but the previous owners put clashing cabinets in. I think this product might allow me to match up to the original wood and have it all look more built in! We'll see.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@CC-rv4zc I hope it works out for you! I love the wood details in 40's homes!

  • @joeym.delgado7144
    @joeym.delgado71442 жыл бұрын

    Nice work. Simple, effective and not alot of hassle. My kind of DIY project. Thank you.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Joey! Yes, my kind of DIY project too! 😉

  • @karrielynn
    @karrielynn2 жыл бұрын

    Wow I love how this came out ! Great job

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much, Karrie!

  • @bkrafter
    @bkrafter3 жыл бұрын

    Hi Emily. Can you tell me how much of the Briwax did you use? Your cabinets turned out super great. I love the grain contrast, and the wax sure did tone the color down. Thank you :D

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! I used a little over half a can of Briwax.

  • @lynn2574
    @lynn25742 жыл бұрын

    I’m curious to know how this has stood up to wear and cleaning. Does it diminish at all with cleaning/wiping?

  • @laurakirby9243

    @laurakirby9243

    2 жыл бұрын

    I clicked on the link and checked out the read first section. Says at the bottom of the first column "Once Briwax has been applied, DO NOT use any other household cleaner or spray on the finish. For routine dusting, use a clean, dry cloth." This was also my first question. I hope this helps. Great product but just wouldn't work for me and my household personally after reading that part.

  • @artlitmusic

    @artlitmusic

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@laurakirby9243 Awe, that's disappointing.

  • @KMF3

    @KMF3

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@laurakirby9243 I have a bunch of furniture finished with this product and I wash it fine

  • @laurakirby9243

    @laurakirby9243

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@KMF3 Good to know. Wonder why the website lists otherwise. May have something to do with certain ingredients. Thanks for the info.

  • @KMF3

    @KMF3

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@laurakirby9243 I think it might depend on the grain of the wood and how deep it penetrates. I would sand the wood first. Then if you still are concerned do a top coat of polyurethane

  • @melodyhart2017
    @melodyhart20172 жыл бұрын

    It really highlighted the grain in the oak,I love my oak cabinets,they are the exact cabinets I have ,love the video !

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @Adriana-vp1rm
    @Adriana-vp1rm3 жыл бұрын

    Tooth brush cleaning is amazing. U r a ⭐. Not many people clean like that.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    3 жыл бұрын

    You are so kind! Yes, I love using toothbrushes to clean in those little crevices!

  • @allisonneff2862
    @allisonneff28623 жыл бұрын

    Looks great! Does the Briwax have a strong smell? I'm thinking about trying it for my RV cabinets.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi Allison, yes! It has a VERY strong smell. You’ll definitely want to have windows open!

  • @BelindaTN

    @BelindaTN

    2 жыл бұрын

    Dangerously strong. I used it on an antique chest and I took it out on our porch. There is a warning on the can about the fumes. It even smelled on my chest for a while. But I like the finish it gave.

  • @dannydonnelly8345

    @dannydonnelly8345

    2 жыл бұрын

    This briwax is extremely toxic and has an extremely toxic odor in fact it doesn't even dry if you use it over painted surfaces and it doesn't harden like a normal wax leaving a slick clean finish, I would not use this on anything other than bare wood at least it will soak into the wood and not into your skin when you touch it. I'm surprised this s*** is still on the market. I made custom furniture for a living, I am very familiar with this product.

  • @Holly-nb3vm
    @Holly-nb3vm2 жыл бұрын

    I owe Emily a huge apology. I blamed the process and the product on my lack of success, when in reality it was my own inexperience and impatience that caused my poor result. I kept trying and finally got the hang of it! My results were not as good as Emily’s, but that is mainly because the finish on many of my cabinets was in pretty rough shape. But! On the areas where the finish was fairly intact, my results were good. I also used Dark Brown, as opposed to the Tudor Brown, and I think that was also an issue. The darker wax got into those places where the finished was trashed, and made those spots MUCH darker than the other areas. I think with the Tudor, the contrast would have been less obvious. Couple things I learned that gave me much better results - first, use the smallest amount of wax that you can. Second, don’t buff too hard! Gently, just enough to give it a nice luster. And third….if you really need to go over an area more than once, use a tiny amount of wax and just barely touch your previous coat. New wax dissolves old wax! I’ve done all the wood in the house (kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a linen closet) on 1 and a half cans of Briwax. I think that if I were to do it again, I could probably do it in one can because I wasted a LOT. Emily, THANK YOU for this video….and don’t listen to idiots like me who blame you for their own incompetence, LOL.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    Holly, Thank you SO much for sharing an update! I'm so happy that it worked better for you after trying again! Yes, it takes time to get used to working with the stain. Thank you for sharing all your tips! My 7 minute video really doesn't share all the details that are learned by actually doing the process. I'm so happy you were able to use the Briwax in other areas of your home too!

  • @Holly-nb3vm

    @Holly-nb3vm

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@queenofthehousehold you’re a peach! I never would have known about this groovy product and process if not for you. Thank you SO MUCH for helping me rid my home of ugly yellow wood!

  • @verafitzgerald4515

    @verafitzgerald4515

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@queenofthehousehold y

  • @delluser4936
    @delluser49362 жыл бұрын

    No idea how this womans video blog came up. Notwithstanding, I enjoyed her explaining her kitchen cabinet makeover. Great video hostess and her end result came out attractive. Thank you for this.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching!

  • @paulaleborious2034
    @paulaleborious2034 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!! You answered all the questions I was looking for!! Can't wait to start mine!!

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi Paula! I’m so glad you found what you were looking for!

  • @rebekahflory8381
    @rebekahflory83813 жыл бұрын

    Emily, I am literally blown away! We moved into our home three years ago and every time I walk into the kitchen, I contemplate painting the awful oak cabinets. I’ve seen a few articles on Pinterest about the briwax but not a lot of instruct or tutorials. This was exactly what I needed to convince me! I can’t wait, thank you!!! P.S. how many briwax containers did you go through during the project?

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi Rebekah! I’m so glad that it was helpful. It took me awhile to finally just go for it, and I’m happy I did! It took about half a can of the Briwax. Really doesn’t take much at all.

  • @pnhnut

    @pnhnut

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@queenofthehousehold how did you decide on the color and are you happy with it or would you choose something different now that you have it applied and see how it looks?

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@pnhnut Hi! I decided on Tudor Brown because I was afraid to go too dark, and for the most part I'm happy with it. However, I do think now, I could have gone with a shade darker called Dark Brown. Just personal preference.

  • @pnhnut

    @pnhnut

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@queenofthehousehold thanks that helps a lot :)

  • @pennyg956
    @pennyg9563 жыл бұрын

    Is this permanent, how does it hold up to cleaning?

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi Penny, yes it is permanent. It’s held up to cleaning for the past 7 months for me.

  • @vickijohorne9695
    @vickijohorne96952 жыл бұрын

    You have done looks absolutely beautiful! I subscribed! Looking forward to the rest of your videos!

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, VickiJo! I'm happy to have you here! Is there any content you would like to see in particular? I'm open to suggestions!

  • @carolynek1875
    @carolynek18752 жыл бұрын

    All I can say is wow!! Great job they look brand new!!

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Carolyne!

  • @glendagonzalez2469
    @glendagonzalez24693 жыл бұрын

    Wax on, wax off...not just for martial arts.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    3 жыл бұрын

    Ha! I love it, Glenda!

  • @29028ft
    @29028ft Жыл бұрын

    Maybe it’s just me, but they still look super dated. No longer 90s, but now they look 70s 🤷🏼‍♀️

  • @stephanielegarda5443

    @stephanielegarda5443

    Жыл бұрын

    It brings out the grain of the wood, so pretty! Wood is timeless

  • @dianepace7376
    @dianepace7376 Жыл бұрын

    Your 'new' cabinets look fantastic. Well done you.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you! 😊

  • @mojavedesertsonorandesert9531
    @mojavedesertsonorandesert9531 Жыл бұрын

    Did the same with my in-laws Kitchen cabinets. they absolutely loved it.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    Жыл бұрын

    That’s great! 😊

  • @oceansblue9287
    @oceansblue92872 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Your cabinets look amazing. Great work and thanks for sharing!!

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @mdannyg
    @mdannyg Жыл бұрын

    Great video, this is exactly what I'm hoping to do with mine so I'm glad it was recommended. I find it funny that you say "update" since I'm wanting to actually "downdate" mine to look more antique, which I feel is sort of what you accomplished, which is a good thing. It really shows the wood grain better. I'm glad you even mentioned the laminate piece on the side which I have as well and it looks like that piece turned out fine for you.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    Жыл бұрын

    I totally understand what you are saying! Yes, I love a more antique or traditional style too. I hope this works for you!

  • @mynewfamilysaylor9028
    @mynewfamilysaylor9028 Жыл бұрын

    After watching other videos where colored wax was used to change the look of wood, I wondered if it would work to change the color of my "orangey" oak cabinets without having to sand. I googled that question and your video popped up. Not only was my life changed, but you have my exact kitchen!!!! I was able to learn how to execute exactly what I was hoping to be able to do with my cabinets, PLUS I already know what it will look like!!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH for the time you spent making this video and giving others the confidence to see that, like you, we really can do most projects ourselves....we just need to be shown how.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    Жыл бұрын

    Yay! I’m so happy this video was helpful. That is exactly why I made it. I couldn’t find any other videos explaining the process and I knew others would want to see it like I did! 😁

  • @annb3575

    @annb3575

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi, i would like to "neutralize" the orange of my 36 year old oak kitchen cabinets. what product did you use to tone down the orange?

  • @lydiafife8716
    @lydiafife87163 жыл бұрын

    Awesome! Really enjoyed this quick makeover!

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Lydia!

  • @random1309
    @random13093 жыл бұрын

    You did an awesome job! Great update.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!

  • @lizcullum2094
    @lizcullum20943 жыл бұрын

    Just found you. Thanks you. Never new there was a product like this. I dont care 4 oak as well. Beautiful.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    3 жыл бұрын

    Briwax was such a great discovery for me! I hope you like it too, Liz!

  • @AC-ge1mg
    @AC-ge1mg11 ай бұрын

    This is just what we (wife and I) have been looking for!!

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    11 ай бұрын

    I hope you all love how it turns out!

  • @tbyrandfan1
    @tbyrandfan12 жыл бұрын

    what a BEAUTIFUL DIFFERENCE !!!!!!!! WOW !!!!!!!

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @yvonnephillips3888
    @yvonnephillips38883 жыл бұрын

    Thank you thank you. Can't wait to get started.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    3 жыл бұрын

    YAY! I hope you enjoy how it turns out, Yvonne!

  • @barbaraebner5889
    @barbaraebner58893 жыл бұрын

    I am sure there was more work involved then it looks. Bravo! Great job.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes! But totally worth it. Thank you, Barbara!

  • @larrystradeski8261
    @larrystradeski826111 ай бұрын

    Great job!! You're still keeping the oak cabinets looking the same only better instead of making them look like CHEAP mdf.

  • @rosemaryhabib1031
    @rosemaryhabib1031Ай бұрын

    You're the best.Saving time ,money yet looks fantastic.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    Ай бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @michellewilcox6838
    @michellewilcox68383 жыл бұрын

    Came out really nice. Thanks for the inspiration!

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Michelle! I’m glad you liked it!

  • @talk2mocha887
    @talk2mocha887Ай бұрын

    Moving into new home with same Cabinets.I will do the faucet & cabinets just like this. Thank you❤

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    Ай бұрын

    That’s great!

  • @barbarabaker1726
    @barbarabaker17262 жыл бұрын

    Looking good I need to get some of that to use on my cabinets they are so good

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    I hope you like using it, Barbara!

  • @donnabankstahl2457
    @donnabankstahl24572 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful ❤️Thanks for sharing. Your kitchen looks beautiful 😘

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Donna!

  • @katjachen573
    @katjachen573 Жыл бұрын

    I've been looking to upgrade our kitchen on a budget since we won't stay in this house forever. I have the same oak cabinets in this honey color, I absolutely love this idea and will first try it in our bathrooms and powder room to practice! I will certainly follow you for more ideas! Thank you!!!

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    Жыл бұрын

    I hope you like how it turns out!

  • @katjachen573

    @katjachen573

    Жыл бұрын

    @@queenofthehousehold I'll share a before and after!

  • @Diana-gn8rp
    @Diana-gn8rp Жыл бұрын

    I watched this video and ordered everything used. I had 1950 kitchen cabinets with useless brass ornate center pulls. Removed all 20 from drawers and cupboards. Cleaned, Bri wax ( used a paint brush) , wood filler in two holes of each cupboard, added new modern bar handles to each corner and all drawers. Had hubby involved to drill holes. I can’t stop admiring our work. Cost me around $80.00 total and they look WONDERFUL! Thank you. The Brie wax soaked into worn areas around the corners of frequently used cupboards since the middle pulls were useless, making the cupboards look new. They are walnut, but I used the same color as you since they was out of the darkest color.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    Жыл бұрын

    I love hearing this! I'm so glad it worked for you and you are so pleased with the results!

  • @glammedbynatalia
    @glammedbynatalia2 жыл бұрын

    Oh wow it really clings on to the pores and line of the cabinets. Looks beautiful

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes, it works really well!

  • @leahsundvall5894
    @leahsundvall5894 Жыл бұрын

    I have an 1980 wood wall that needs updating. I dreaded the idea of sanding and re-staining. Thanks to you I have a much easier option!

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    Жыл бұрын

    That’s great! I hope you like the results!

  • @antoinettemoore976
    @antoinettemoore9762 жыл бұрын

    Such a beautiful job! 😍👏👏👏

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Antoinette!

  • @doloresaguirre604
    @doloresaguirre6042 жыл бұрын

    So glad I found your channel! Can't wait to try this. Just curious as to how this would work over stained wood. Thank you for sharing.

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Dolores! Thank you! I believe it would work over stained wood.

  • @luella8045
    @luella80459 ай бұрын

    Ordered a can to try on a cabinet in the hallway if I like it will do my kitchen cabinets. Thank you so much for posting this video 😊

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    9 ай бұрын

    I hope you like the results!

  • @annekendziora9114
    @annekendziora9114 Жыл бұрын

    I love how these came out!

  • @queenofthehousehold

    @queenofthehousehold

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you! 😊

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