Great man. He's the Bob Ross of furniture

First time ever I leave a comment, but I would like to thank you for your channel and efforts..

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

4 жыл бұрын

That is very kind, thank you. I am glad you are enjoying the video`s 😃

@briandavis3832

3 жыл бұрын

How much for a tin of Bulls eye 1.2.3

@lakeslad29

3 жыл бұрын

@@briandavis3832 £16.99 screwfix

This channel is amazing!!! This is just what I needed to refresh my furniture!

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you! 😊

I have the exact same cabinet & have been contemplating doing what you’ve shown. Having never done a paint project, I dismissed the idea until I came across your video. You made it easy to understand & now I want to tackle it. Thank you for your calm way of explaining how! 😊

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

2 жыл бұрын

That is very good news. I do hope all goes well for you, keep me posted 😊

Just the video I needed to watch. Simply step by step guide. Thank you Aubrey 😊

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you found it helpful Sam. Hope all goes well with the decorating project 😊

Fantastic!!!! Subscribed! Really excellent advice and steps

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the positive feedback ABC, glad you found it helpful 😊

This is brilliant! Thank you! I’m going to repaint my Nans old Welsh dresser which was pine to white. Your videos are fab! Really useful and easy to follow

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

3 жыл бұрын

That is great news Jess, hope all goes well for you 😊

@MonicaThompson-uy3kv

11 ай бұрын

Can you use roller for it

They look great. I'll try and tackle a pine bench now.

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

Жыл бұрын

That`s great, hope all goes well for you Mary 😊

Thank you, clear, informative, off to paint a pine bed!

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

3 жыл бұрын

Good stuff Peta, I am sure it will look better for it. Hope all goes well for you 😊

Great video, thank you. I’ve learned something today.

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it! 😊

Just painted an old dressing table / chest of drawers and a table top !!! First class demonstration from you . Thank you so much . What a Difference !! 🤗 Terrific 🌹💖👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

2 жыл бұрын

That is great news Christine, so glad it went well for you😊

@christinethornhill

2 жыл бұрын

@@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating My daughter will be Astounded 😳 when she gets back from holiday ! 🖐🏼

My Pa (Grandpa) was English (but moved to Australia in early adulthood) he was a painter too. He always used Dulux too. Miss him. Great painting advice thanks ❤️

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you are finding the video`s useful. I also have family from Australia 😊

@mahadewiiii

3 жыл бұрын

@@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating ❤️❤️❤️

This video has helped me tremendously. Rather than buying new, I will repaint my old pine furniture white as well. I'm going to enjoy this new project, and save a bit of money.

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

2 жыл бұрын

Good stuff Chris, I am sure you will be very happy with the finished result 😊

Aubrey you are the best. Thank you!

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Graham 😊

Thank you Aubrey!! ☺️

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

3 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome Lisa 😊

Thanks for such an informative video!

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful Ellen 😊

Brilliant, I have a few sets of drawers to paint white, your video is really helpful, thank you sir.

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped Gary 😊

Great clear video ,thanks 👍

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

5 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! 😊

I've subscribed, really helpful

Fantastic video I have learnt alot today and have started painting thank you 😊

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

Жыл бұрын

That is great news Joe, hope all goes well for you 😊

Hi. Great information. Really enjoying watching your vids. Looking forward to watching more. Brilliant! 😊👍🇬🇧🌹

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you! 😊

Fantastic...taken everything you've said in mind. My first cabinet is starting to look lovely. Amanda.😊

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

2 жыл бұрын

That is brilliant news Amanda. Hope all goes well with the furniture painting 😊

Great video. Thanks for not playing music

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Julie and I agree with you about the music 😊

My daughter and I have just done a dvd tower, thanks for this.

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

3 жыл бұрын

That is great news, glad it went well for you both 😊

Thanks Aubrey just seen your video and it's really helpful.

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Maureen, glad you found the video helpful. I have just posted another video on the subject of furniture painting 😊

Good tip on handles in blu tack

We have the exact cabinets, I needed to see whether you had painted inside the drawers, much easier not to so I shall do the same, very easy to watch and listen to, thankyou.

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you found the video helpful Sandra, hope all goes well with the decorating project 😊

Just discovered your channel Aubrey. Really engaging. Just brilliant. Subscribed.

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

Thank you

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome 😊

To fasten it up I end up buying a cheap sander worth 30quid and a small roller to apply paint and gloss. Only used liquid gloss undercoat and finish, though it was more expensive the finish is immaculate

Brilliant job I done my radiator recovers the same came up good

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

3 жыл бұрын

That is great news Brian, I bet they look great 😊

@briandavis3832

3 жыл бұрын

Yes came up good. I've only stared painting and decorating 30 odd years ago lol. Done a few bed room furniture for customers they were well pleased.

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

3 жыл бұрын

Looks like we are both keeping the world of decorating alive and kicking 😊

@briandavis3832

3 жыл бұрын

Aubrey's Absolute Decorating yip I'm slowing down my knees are getting sore

Aubrey so good to see you again and your amazing talents. I worked with you for a short while at guys Marsh.

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Helen, Yes I remember when we were the newbies, hope all is well with you 😊

@helenstiles9019

3 жыл бұрын

@@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating yes all good. Living and working in Weston super mare. You have a great Chanel here. Keep up the good work

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Helen, I will 😊

Nice job Aubrey. Have you used the compact sponge 4” rollers? They create a brilliant finish on broad areas like this!

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Kathy, yes I agree they are a good application tool but I still lay off with a brush after use as I am not a big fan of the texture they leave. I do, however, see why they are popular but being disposable not so good for the environment.

Hi, I am new to your channel. Thanks for your videos. I like your mix of old school skill and the way you use modern paints. I have some newly built mdf wardrobes , would you recommend this blue zinnser as a base for that or perhaps the dulux undercoat & primer or other? Also can you please do a video to show how to paint the a staircase , I have a brand new one to do and I really struggled with the bottom section in between the spindles last time. Thanks 😊

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your kind comment about the channel Nina. I often use acrylic primer undercoat as a primer for MDF. Thin it down about 20% with water to help it adhere better to the surface. You can buy a special MDF primer but it is very expensive. I have had many requests for a video on decorating a staircase and will aim to do this sometime in the future. 😊

@ninahmarshyn8655

3 жыл бұрын

@@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating thanks 👍

Thanks, subscribed! Just wondering what your thoughts are on paint sprayers to save time and get an even finish? Also do you ever need to do a top coat to seal it? Thanks for your brilliant tips and advice.

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

2 жыл бұрын

Hi, thank you for subscribing. Yes, a spray finish can look very good but only if applied with a good quality spray set up. For doing the odd bit of furniture it would not be cost effective. Alternatively you could apply the paint using a mini roller if you would prefer not to see any brush marks. A good quality satin or gloss does not require any other protection. Hope all goes well with the decorating LM G 😊

Just watched all of your videos and subscribed. Thank you for all your advise. Please can you advise how do I paint a laminate fitted wardrobes. I am thinking of using Zinsser Shellac based primer and Dulux trade water based satinwood.

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

3 жыл бұрын

I am glad you are finding the video`s helpful and thank you for subscribing. The Zinsser Bin primer and the Dulux trade water based satinwood wood be a good choice for the laminate surface. However, the Bin primer is very thin and can be tricky to apply on large surfaces so a good alternative would be the Bullseye 123. Hope all goes well for you.

@divyeshpatel2882

3 жыл бұрын

@@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating Thank you so much 😊

Another great video. Able to learn paint brush strokes on furniture. I used the similiar brand primer for my door. You're correct the primer dries very quickly and also have strong smell. I have a query what is the difference between Zinsser bulls eye 123 and Zinsser B-I-N. I have used Zinsser B-I-N they are expensive and also strong smell whilst painting.

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

4 жыл бұрын

Hi, these are similar products, however, the BIN primer is shellac based which means it is very quick drying. It is also very thin so care needs to be taken when applying. Many decorators use it as a primer on new timber as it also seals knots without the need to apply shellac knotting first. It is also widely used for sealing water stains and for applying over pen marks which bleed through the paint. Hope that helps.

@ThePositivethought

4 жыл бұрын

Aubrey's Absolute Decorating Thanks for the quick response.

My brother says I am pathetic as I had to ask him how to paint my bedside tables which are almost identical to those in your picture. So I ignored him and I have been watching your video instead. I have made a start on the first one though I my efforts isn't as near as yours! I bought some primer and white water based satin paint . In my first attempt on an old pine tray , I think I used too much primer and was impatient and didn't wait for it to try completely because when I went to paint it, it seemed to leave big brush marks and removed some of the primer. I decided to leave it and let it dry overnight. Actually it looks ok now. So having learnt to be more patient, I have started on the first of the two bedside cabinets !

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

2 жыл бұрын

That is great news Tina, I do hope all goes well for you. 😊

Thank you for your clear easy instructions. I am just about to paint a dark pine headboard & dresser so some good tips - the last time I painted some similar dark or natural finish pine (with chalk paint) the stain bled through & was yellowy. Is the zinsser what you recommend Aubrey for under chalk paint?

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Linda, I would suggest using Zinsser BIN Primer over the dark pine to be on the safe side. It is brilliant for holding back stains. It is quite thin and can be overpainted after an hour or two. Use an old brush and either dispose of it afterwards or use methylated spirit to clean it out followed by washing up liquid and warm water. The Bullseye 123 works a treat over varnished normal pine furniture. Hope all goes well with your decorating project's 😊

@lindabyrne3353

3 жыл бұрын

@@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating Thank you for your quick response. I will try the Zinsser Bin primer then (not the bulls eye 123). Much appreciated & have subscribed so look forward to watching your other videos.

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for subscribing Linda, I hope you find my future video`s helpful 😊

Hello, great video! Thank you! I have a pot of Ronseal garden paint, do you think it could be used to paint a similar pine bedside locker ? It is also water based, and low VOC (40g/L max).

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

3 жыл бұрын

Hi, you can use this product on internal wooden surfaces. The manufacturer suggests that if you are going to apply it over varnished timber the varnish must first be removed. This would be possible using a liquid paint remover, but the product is expensive and messy. Alternatively you could do as shown in the video and rub down the varnished surface lightly with a fine abrasive and coat with the Bullseye 123 before applying the Ronseal paint. If the unit is not varnished then you can apply it directly over the unit. Hope all goes well for you.

@severinepigot319

3 жыл бұрын

@@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating Thank you for your answer! :) I had planned to use sandpaper on it first indeed, and I will get the bullseye 123. Hope it will work too!

Thanks for sharing the tips, are you able to use Zinsser 123 on solvent based paint ?

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

2 жыл бұрын

Yes you can 😊

Just showed my wife your video, who is about to tackle a similar cabinet. She was wondering how you did the sides and fronts. Did you have to let the top dry before turning the cabinet on its sides and back? Thanks

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Ray, I stood the cabinet on two pieces of timber and painted it standing upright. Hope all goes well for you.

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Would you follow the same process for kitchen cabinets and what would you use to clean them

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Yes you can use the same process. First clean the cabinets with sugar soap and rinse with clean water. You can see me using sugar soap in my how to paint a garage door video. Hope all goes well for you 😊

Just about to do my wardrobes which are the same pine varnished as your cabinets will one coat of zinster cover them or will I have to give it 2 coats also I like dulix satin wood can I go straight over the top with out undercoat please reply

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

2 жыл бұрын

One coat should be ok Michael but I would advise two followed by a coat of your Satin wood. Hope all goes well for you 😊

If I wanted to paint kitchen cabinets doors . What paint would you use please ?? Great videos 👍👍👍👍👍

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

4 жыл бұрын

Hi deadly 0101, I would first wash down the cabinets with sugar soap to remove any grease. Then if the cabinet doors are timber give a light rub with a fine abrasive. Apply bullseye 123, this paint is excellent for priming shiny surfaces. Apply more coats if necessary followed by a water based satin wood in the chosen colour. Perhaps use a small roller if the cabinets are large. Hope all goes well.

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

4 жыл бұрын

If the kitchen gets a lot of use then it may be best to apply acrylic eggshell over the bullseye as it is more hard wearing.

@d34dly0101

4 жыл бұрын

@@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating ok where do you get this paint please ?? And many thanks

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

4 жыл бұрын

@@d34dly0101 most good decorators stock it and also Screwfix.

Thank you for this video. I’m thinking of painting my varnished pine kitchen table and chairs but I’m not looking forward to having to sand the chairs. Could I just sand the back of the chair and seat and perhaps clean the rest with sugar soap?

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

5 ай бұрын

I do feel that giving a light rub down does help the paint to adhere to the surface. Bullseye 123, however, does say that sanding is not necessary. You should be safe with your suggestion. Hope all turns out well for you Sally 😊

@sallysmith6543

5 ай бұрын

Thank you for replying, I wasn’t really expecting it. I’ll get my grandson to help with the sanding 😊

Thanks for the video! If I want to paint over stained pine furniture, can I use a self undercoating water based paint directly without using a primer first?

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

3 жыл бұрын

I would still recommend applying the 123 first to ensure the paint gets good adhesion to the surface and prevent any possible bleeding from the wood stain. Hope all goes well for you Aranya 😊

@aranyakoshy7058

3 жыл бұрын

@@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating thank you very much, this video has been very helpful.

Nice, straightforward but thorough instructions. However, is the Zinsser 123 really enough to stop any bleed-through from the knots? I have a piece with loads of knots, and I have read that only the Zinsser BIN is sure to stop any bleed-through?

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Kerry, just to let you know that the bedroom furniture shown in the video was painted around two years ago and no staining from the knots has occurred. If it is brand new timber which has never been treated then I would suggest either applying knotting solution to the knots before priming or using the Zinsser BIN. Hope all goes well for you 😊

@kerrymunro7161

2 жыл бұрын

@@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating Thanks Aubrey. It's a pine wardrobe that is probably around 15+ years old and I'm not sure how it was treated (maybe lightly polyurethaned?), but it is very, very knotty.

Someone at the weekend threw out that exact cabinet. How about if you want to paint the inside of the draws, do you have to rub down inside the draws too?

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

Жыл бұрын

I would give the insides a very light sand to remove any nibs etc before painting.

@3:10 .. use aftershave instead of white spirit .. Funny ..I use white spirit instead of aftershave.

Hi Aubrey, I’m back again! I’ve started my project and I am painting a set of night tables white using 123 as the base. I picked up some Dulux Eggshell (I like minimal gloss) for the paint. In regards to the furniture knobs, do I need to send these before applying the 123? Or, using the technique in your video, do I just put the 123 straight on and let it dry ready for the paint? Thanks in advance... this video is honestly a godsend!!!

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

3 жыл бұрын

Hi, glad to hear you are still busy being creative. No need to sand the furniture knobs before applying the 123. I am sure you will be very happy with the finished articles. Thank you for you kind comment. 😊

@little_june_firefly8219

3 жыл бұрын

@@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating thanks Aubery!!! I’ve learned a lot from you, thanks again for your videos:)

Brilliant video would the knots bleed through

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Mark, the Bulls Eye sealer should help to prevent any staining from the knots. Furniture I painted around two years ago is showing no signs of staining.

@markcrotty5910

4 жыл бұрын

@@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating Thanks a million brilliant videos keep them coming

Hello so I am going to be doing a wardrobe and a chest of drawers for a new baby’s room , what parts of the furniture actually need sanding before is it just the top of COD and front of COD and wardrobe I didn’t know if the sides need sanding also my grandad owned a pine furniture shop so I love all my furniture but he died 3 years ago so I can’t ask him for advice x

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Hannah, I would suggest giving a light sand down with some 240 grade abrasive all of the parts of the furniture which you intend to paint. This will give a better finish and help the paint adhere to the surface. I hope all goes well with this project. Let me know if you require any more info 😊

Thanks so much. I have a table in the living room that has some spots ( i think these from cleaning products I use) i am thinking to give it a coat of same colour ( which is oak) can you please tell me what to do? Thanks a million for your useful vid.

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

3 жыл бұрын

Hi, is the table top painted or is it solid wood which has been varnished?

2:55, WD40 would do as well 😉

Hi Aubrey I have just started painting a similar chest following your instructions. I used a Dulux wood primer as we already had it but it was a nightmare to use! Really runny and difficult to work with - would 123 be easier to use? and should I do 2 coats of primer? The dark knots in the wood show through - I had to do a very thin layer of primer otherwise it runs off the edges! Thanks for your help!!

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Fiona. The 123 paint is designed for this and is a nice paint to apply. Primer is fine as long as the chest is bare untreated wood. The chest I painted on the video also had many dark knots but two or three coats of the 123 covered them up. If possible you would be best off using the 123 followed by a water based satin wood or gloss. I hope it all works out for you.

@fionalawrence3888

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Aubrey! Do you think I can apply 123 on top of the undercoat I used? Looks like it will take ages to dry anyway so plenty of time to nip to the shops!!

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

3 жыл бұрын

Hi, if it is an oil based paint you have applied it will need to be left 14 - 16 hours to dry. As long as the paint has dried without any defects then you can apply the 123 over the top. The 123 paint is a very useful product particularly when changing from an oil based paint system to a water based one so it is good to have some at home. Fingers crossed it all goes well for you 😊

@fionalawrence3888

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I’m doing a big chest of drawers next so I think getting 123 would be good. I don’t think I would have started without your videos - thank you so much!! Thanks 😊

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Fiona, please let me know if you need any further advice 👍

Does the123 come in cream and grey thanks

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

3 жыл бұрын

You can tint it cream or grey using a dash of artists acrylic colour. Hope that helps Angela 😊

What brushes did you use please 15:10

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

Жыл бұрын

Hi, I was using Purdy Monarch Elite Brushes. They are used extensively in the trade. They are not cheap but you can pick up a set of three different sizes for a reasonable price. The Dulux Decorator Centre were selling them at a good price a while ago Lesley.

What size tin of paint would you need for a corner tv cabinet? Mine is pine and bought it 20 years ago. Has glass doors. And want to update to white. Thanks.

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

2 жыл бұрын

Hi, you will need to buy a 1L tin of the 123 as I don't think they do a smaller one. Apply 2 or three coats of this. Then you will need paint for the top coat like water based satin, a small 500ml tin should be enough to apply at least one coat. Hope all goes well for you Deni 😊

@denig2000able

2 жыл бұрын

@@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating Thanks

Anyone know if you want to paint a dark colour do you still use white primer?

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

2 жыл бұрын

Most wood primers are light in colour except for some for specific purposes. If using a water based wood primer you can tint it with a dash of artists acrylic colour. I have done this many times with the Bullseye 123 Primer. Hope that helps Carrie 😊

Riko table = recoatable!

How do you know when it's sanded enough because I've sanded mine but it still feels the same. What is it meant to feel like

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

4 жыл бұрын

Hi, it just needs to loose some of it`s shine to help the paint to adhere. Hope all goes well with this project Lianna.

@liannacharlesworth4555

4 жыл бұрын

@@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating so does it need to feel the same as the varnished one or should it feel a bit more rough

@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating

4 жыл бұрын

It will still feel smooth if you are using a fine abrasive like 240 grade. That will be fine.

@liannacharlesworth4555

4 жыл бұрын

@@AubreysAbsoluteDecorating thanks so much

Used same process but got a tacky finish with first coat of 123 😠here’s hoping second coat is better