Refinishing A Vintage Dresser | Furniture Restoration

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In this video I refinish a vintage dresser.
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  • @hoangvienvan3689
    @hoangvienvan368910 ай бұрын

    Upon unboxing, I was immediately upset at how the rails were very noticeably bent. But I kept going, all tools needed to assemble were included kzread.infoUgkxqtX4Dxs6aecAZEuz6GY5-d81YecKCshn and I had it set up in about 30 minutes. Honestly I love this thing, make sure to read the measurements and measure your space so you know if it'll work for you. I bought this to put inside my closet, underneath where I hang my clothes and it is absolutely perfect! It is VERY sturdy and all drawers glide easily and mine are stuffed, and they are still flush when closed.

  • @carlasouza5306
    @carlasouza53064 жыл бұрын

    Omggggg thank you for not putting loud music..... I enjoy the sound of the machines... and your voice

  • @Simon-dm8zv

    @Simon-dm8zv

    3 жыл бұрын

    Exactly. Very hard to find this kind of quality footage these days.

  • @bemccune7671

    @bemccune7671

    3 жыл бұрын

    He is the Bob Ross of furniture restoration.

  • @bemccune7671

    @bemccune7671

    3 жыл бұрын

    If you like Dashner you may also enjoy The Crafsman channel

  • @carolirvine3095

    @carolirvine3095

    3 жыл бұрын

    I love watching your videos - You have the patience of a saint

  • @jaydevenport7927

    @jaydevenport7927

    3 жыл бұрын

    I agree, it's really peaceful, and relaxing.

  • @ForeverMasterless
    @ForeverMasterless4 жыл бұрын

    Wow, watching you disappear those scratches was like watching a magic trick!

  • @kenc2257

    @kenc2257

    4 жыл бұрын

    I had the same thought! That technique worked out really well.

  • @tegan71969

    @tegan71969

    3 жыл бұрын

    I would have filled them first with the wood putty, then stained, then used the poly. Although they are camouflaged, you'll still see the scratch or valley in the wood. Better to level it off first.

  • @theMoporter
    @theMoporter3 жыл бұрын

    "The first stain was Candlelight" okay sure whatever "And the second was Antique Walnut" Yessss

  • @LutfiO
    @LutfiO4 жыл бұрын

    I guess you are the only one on KZread who doesn't have a fancy flush trim saw and can still flush some wood. Stay same man, stay humble, stay being our hero :)

  • @elizabethlane9706

    @elizabethlane9706

    3 жыл бұрын

    Awesome job! I also liked the scratch lesson. Admire use of simple goods. Also learned about use of clamping and gluing techniques. Liked how you used what you had.

  • @mudgetheexpendable
    @mudgetheexpendable4 жыл бұрын

    I appreciate more than I can say the fact that you're doing this beautification and reclamation work on everyday, not-costly stuff. It feels like a blow against the "just-toss-it" virus that worries me so.

  • @MiloHelmes

    @MiloHelmes

    2 жыл бұрын

    gast kijk mijn comment

  • @amg2012amg
    @amg2012amg3 жыл бұрын

    Guy reminds me of Bob Ross With his soft, hypnotic voice.. was waiting for him to start drawing distant mountain ranges, seascapes, forest scenes, with those happy little trees.

  • @echozero9407
    @echozero94073 жыл бұрын

    What I like about this channel: 1. No music so I can just listen to the explanations and the nature sounds from the background. Really relaxing. 2. No distracting special effect for the videos. 3. Just restore its original looks rather than follow trends (but I would like to see some from this channel, when it is appropriate for the piece of furniture). 4 No annoying introduction...:"hi, welcome to my channel, I am going to do today is....blah blah blah....If you are new here, I am a painter.....blah blah blah...... " Thank you for making things simple and professional.

  • @leewood729
    @leewood7292 жыл бұрын

    Making the wood grain "pop" made this piece a lot more attractive. Lovely job.

  • @evilldead6824
    @evilldead68244 жыл бұрын

    I think what draws me to your videos is the attention to detail. like the extra step of hand touching dark spots in the finish. I use to do a lot more of this not at your level back in the late 90's before KZread when i would hunt for cheap furniture for my college apartments! AMAZING WORK!

  • @mermaidrocksoapcompany6540

    @mermaidrocksoapcompany6540

    2 жыл бұрын

    This is not just restoration. He is an artist. 😊

  • @MNTNSTARZ80.
    @MNTNSTARZ80.4 жыл бұрын

    I absolutely LOVE watching your channel. You actually RESTORE the furniture to its original beauty. Whereas other channels I've seen call sanding and throwing white paint on what was or could have been beautiful pieces of furniture. I myself work hard to fix, refurbish and refinish furniture to as close to its original as possible Heck, I once worked for weeks restoring and removing paint that looked like they were going for a faux antique look some idiots had put on an 1800 solid mahogany sleigh bed. I finished it with a clear rub on finish that allowed the deep red and almost purple colors to shine through

  • @sirbrewzalot

    @sirbrewzalot

    4 жыл бұрын

    I hate the chalk paint and glittery stuff!

  • @tegan71969

    @tegan71969

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes! Painting over a beautiful solid wood , like mahogany, walnut, etc., is a travesty and just plain lazy!

  • @carlgruber4569

    @carlgruber4569

    3 жыл бұрын

    Every day I see that crappy shabby chic redo of great furniture ... worst

  • @eliebellie

    @eliebellie

    3 жыл бұрын

    Tegan69 or maybe it’s just other people’s taste? doesn’t mean they’re being lazy...

  • @paulcarlachapman628

    @paulcarlachapman628

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes! Some of the painted pieces are nice, but I love seeing the original wood! This is a favorite channel.

  • @MikeJansen2
    @MikeJansen24 жыл бұрын

    I love your videos. For folks like me just starting out, it would be amazing if you could do a video(s) on "diagnosing" the original piece. What drives your decision process? How can you tell if it is laminate or veneer? Etc. Love your channel!

  • @niva8043
    @niva80434 жыл бұрын

    You are like a wizard with that brush.

  • @grzegorz16100
    @grzegorz161003 жыл бұрын

    2:48 I have a good tip. Squirt some water in that crack first and the glue will follow the water and into the crack.

  • @sweettreatsoverload4296
    @sweettreatsoverload42963 жыл бұрын

    I love that you don't ruin things with paint

  • @peterpanassow7814

    @peterpanassow7814

    3 жыл бұрын

    I agree!

  • @margaretsparksrittenhouse8787
    @margaretsparksrittenhouse87874 жыл бұрын

    Excellent work camouflaging the scratches, and great problem solving on the legs!

  • @kaymack5304
    @kaymack5304 Жыл бұрын

    I love the grain on the wood. Great tutorial on fixing the legs too!

  • @rosecityremodel2015
    @rosecityremodel20154 жыл бұрын

    I love your projects and the fact that you believe in restoring old furniture pieces! I especially love the mid-century modern furniture.

  • @NT-ot3nz
    @NT-ot3nz4 жыл бұрын

    Wow, that looks really, really good! The new stain brings in the grain and the pattern of the wood in such a smooth, rich way... The colour is just beautiful, makes the whole dresser so much more regal and solid. It became a stand out piece, you did it great justice!

  • @DashnerDesignRestoration

    @DashnerDesignRestoration

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @DashnerDesignRestoration

    @DashnerDesignRestoration

    3 жыл бұрын

    @Maxbinned What's your count up to? I'm at 187. I hope to reach 200 by the end of the year. Fingers crossed....

  • @WEVallely
    @WEVallely4 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful as usual. You truly can make a silk purse from a sow's ear. (at least I think that's how it goes)

  • @matteomatwallace
    @matteomatwallace3 жыл бұрын

    Watched you repair the scratches with my mouth agape save the three or four expletives that tumbled out. It was because of the tedious care you took with the literal tiniest details and the way they miraculously disappeared. Kudos!

  • @peterpanassow7814

    @peterpanassow7814

    3 жыл бұрын

    Same here! 😂

  • @dontcallmefornothing
    @dontcallmefornothing4 жыл бұрын

    Every time I watch it until "Thanks for watching"... A really amazing job!

  • @janis6363
    @janis63634 жыл бұрын

    I love seeing you turn “ugly ducklings” into beautiful, useful pieces or “swans”. A great way to relax. Thanks 🙏🏼😊

  • @sarah-janegalipo3995
    @sarah-janegalipo39954 жыл бұрын

    Best restorer on KZread.

  • @emmae858
    @emmae8584 жыл бұрын

    I don't see myself repurposing furniture any time soon, but I find your voice super relaxing.

  • @wasabij

    @wasabij

    4 жыл бұрын

    You should give it a shot! I thought it would be more difficult to get started but even as a complete amateur, the results I got improved busted pieces dramatically!

  • @raquelledesma9566

    @raquelledesma9566

    3 жыл бұрын

    I have three mid century pieces and they all need a bit of repair. Did you spend a lot of money on tools?

  • @nathanleon5039
    @nathanleon50393 жыл бұрын

    i think the fact that you're shooting at the right frame rates and shutter speeds needs to be acknowledged

  • @mjb9176
    @mjb91763 жыл бұрын

    You prove that You-tubers don’t need to beg for ‘thumbs-ups’ or likes...you have 141,000 subs yet I’ve never heard you ask. That is an achievement in itself.

  • @arielrussell291
    @arielrussell2913 жыл бұрын

    I had a really rough week, but this showed up in my recommended and really was a nice and calm way to end the day. Thank you.

  • @briangoldberg4439
    @briangoldberg44394 жыл бұрын

    Looks good! I like that you didn't try to polish up the knobs there. Looks better with the patina.

  • @MargieM10
    @MargieM103 жыл бұрын

    You were a magician with those scratches!

  • @hodayadostri7411
    @hodayadostri74114 жыл бұрын

    I just come here to ease my thoughts, thank you

  • @moonbellybaby6238
    @moonbellybaby62382 жыл бұрын

    Fabulous grain and incredible how you made those scratches disappear ‼️😎

  • @beeonthyme5760
    @beeonthyme57604 жыл бұрын

    I got all excited to watch your video just so I could calm down. 😄

  • @cinderellatremaine5144
    @cinderellatremaine51443 жыл бұрын

    Well now I know what to use to get a black water stain out of an old side table that was my mother in laws. This was excellent. Thank you!

  • @Confession68
    @Confession683 жыл бұрын

    I loved that dresser, but I also loved that building across the street with the vines. 😍

  • @jmurillo1960
    @jmurillo19604 жыл бұрын

    Great restoration. Excellent approach on the wooden legs repair. I'm learning a lot watching your videos, is like being registered in a Restoration Academy, thank you for sharing your knowledge. Greetings from Costa Rica.

  • @grizzzlebees
    @grizzzlebees4 жыл бұрын

    Yes! My weekend just got so much better. Thank you! Be well

  • @bhgemini
    @bhgemini4 жыл бұрын

    Love how you fixed the scratches. A true artist!

  • @traceyrice
    @traceyrice4 жыл бұрын

    I really like this dresser. It's simple and yet the grain pattern is gorgeous with the new stain. 💜

  • @WilliamEllison
    @WilliamEllison4 жыл бұрын

    That's beautiful and great Job on the leg repair. sincerely, Your Wisconsin neighbor

  • @DashnerDesignRestoration

    @DashnerDesignRestoration

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you.

  • @cpearson7372
    @cpearson7372 Жыл бұрын

    Things I feel when watching your videos, and accomplishments: Relaxation Joy Awe Peace Relief (for the piece) Thank you, for continuing, to share your talent, experience, finds and treasures, with us.

  • @Peggyt-jp6mt
    @Peggyt-jp6mt4 жыл бұрын

    Your voice is very calming; Minneapolis needs you.

  • @TravisCampbell6l6

    @TravisCampbell6l6

    4 жыл бұрын

    He'd be a good host for an NPR show telling stories.

  • @timma_thy

    @timma_thy

    3 жыл бұрын

    He sounds like Joe Pera.

  • @aaronbrewer1831

    @aaronbrewer1831

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@timma_thy Joe Pera is very weak one dimensional hack of a comedian. Joe is just an act. This guy is an authentic craftsmen of fine furniture restoration. Tell Joe to go wash his flannel underwear.

  • @TwinBleaks

    @TwinBleaks

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@timma_thy Omg, been saying this since I first discovered this channel lmao

  • @erikas974
    @erikas9744 жыл бұрын

    Every time I am watching you keep thinking how sad my Dad is not alive. He use to do some similar work back in the 60-70's and I use to help him. We made a great team and I miss that. Your magic touch to make disappear those deep scratches are truly amaizing. Thank you for my Sunday morning relaxing time and I didn't have to make much effort to please myself.😍👌👍👌👍🖖🖖🖖🖖

  • @WilliamWBG
    @WilliamWBG4 жыл бұрын

    You need a Festool Domino ..... it’s the only festool I own but it is a game changer like no other tool available today. It’s the best invention for quality woodworking tools ever.

  • @michaeltreadwell777
    @michaeltreadwell7774 жыл бұрын

    WOW, you did a great job on that - clever way you rectified the wobbly legs, and the way you 'hid' that scratch - brilliant ! I love your videos - you give great tips. Take care and be safe :-)

  • @OrganizeCreateDecorate
    @OrganizeCreateDecorate4 жыл бұрын

    Wow. I am always blow away by your restorations. Nice that there are people out there that still not what that word means. They think slopping on some chalk paint means you've restored it. I guess they don't have a dictionary. Again, thanks for sharing your amazing talent!

  • @bloggalot4718
    @bloggalot47184 жыл бұрын

    Another first class job, magic work dealing with the scratches.

  • @lilMissAdoria
    @lilMissAdoria4 жыл бұрын

    That is one beautiful dresser. These videos are so soothing for me, I love watching gorgeous antique pieces being restored and becoming as handsome as they once were all over again.

  • @katharinatrub1338
    @katharinatrub13382 жыл бұрын

    What an unusual Chest. Your work on it is grandiose! This piece has become so beautiful and valuable with a trifle of quirkiness.

  • @kanalratte5397
    @kanalratte53974 жыл бұрын

    This may sound ridiculous, but everytime i see a new video of you online in my notifications, i just save it for later, when everyone is already asleep here and i can watch undisturbed and enjoy it fully, like a perfectly prepared meal that is so yummy that you don't wanna share a bite. Every work of you is really a treasure and so much different from all the showoff restauration guys on youtube. Can't wait for the next one......maybe i am addicted to this combination of perfect restauration and soothing narration....😁keep up the good work, greetings from Germany 🙂

  • @Thecoochincanoocheecreek
    @Thecoochincanoocheecreek3 жыл бұрын

    I couldn’t help but notice your chain. Lookin sharp! There is more to you than just vintage furniture, I see! 😂

  • @kattkatt744
    @kattkatt7444 жыл бұрын

    I love seeing you give these pieces a new life. I'm learning so much about the construction of them and getting a more conscious understanding of my own preference for them. Thank you for taking your time to share.

  • @DashnerDesignRestoration

    @DashnerDesignRestoration

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for watching.

  • @MM-Iconoclast
    @MM-Iconoclast2 жыл бұрын

    The piece looks better than new - the grain and tone of the wood is so much nicer after you restored it! The only thing I would have loved to see would have been different knobs - something that looked appropriate for the period but just gave a bit more luster to the piece. But other than that small wish, this was really beautiful!

  • @martinkaleta5287
    @martinkaleta52874 жыл бұрын

    Minimum use of tools and money, no fancy stuff...you need just time and to put in some humble honest work and you always get great results. Good job, thank you!

  • @mariannerady1137
    @mariannerady11374 жыл бұрын

    I think your channel is my favorite one to watch when I really want sth calm. I am amazed by your skill! Also you explain everything so well, seeing you figure out the solutions to challenges is very valuable. Thank you so much from Germany

  • @indie825
    @indie8254 жыл бұрын

    I found an interesting mid-century modern end table for free on craigslist a while back. It's solid, just has some condition issues with the veneer, some water stains and a bit of mildew on the legs and under belly. Reviewing your video's to work out the game plan on refinishing it. Thank you for all the great ideas!

  • @yukatakeuchi7925
    @yukatakeuchi79254 жыл бұрын

    Your channel is my favorite, thank you from japan🌷

  • @DashnerDesignRestoration

    @DashnerDesignRestoration

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you.

  • @vickiefowler1429
    @vickiefowler14294 жыл бұрын

    I didn’t think I was going to like this one... yet, here I am saying how nice it turned out. Bet someone is wishing they had this piece back now!

  • @rochelletarr182
    @rochelletarr1822 жыл бұрын

    That's what I call patience!!! 💕💕💕❤️🌻

  • @katiechang4282
    @katiechang42824 жыл бұрын

    Huge fan! have learned a lot from you. Thanks for the video!

  • @DashnerDesignRestoration

    @DashnerDesignRestoration

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching!

  • @vbee3571
    @vbee35712 жыл бұрын

    Now a beautiful piece of furniture. I love the wood grain. 👍🏻

  • @johnfox4691
    @johnfox46913 жыл бұрын

    That's a really 1st class restoration.

  • @joanklaczek4009
    @joanklaczek40093 жыл бұрын

    I find that you have set the standard for furniture restoration videos. When I watch others, I find myself silently saying “ No, that’s not the way. “ and shutting them off in frustration because they aren’t careful enough.

  • @KatherineTheGr8t
    @KatherineTheGr8t3 жыл бұрын

    Trial and error touch up color made a difference in that large scratch, vamoose : ) Thanks for taking your time to explain and show us how you correct many things.

  • @realitylicker
    @realitylicker2 жыл бұрын

    The brush work to deceive the eye is very good, great result.

  • @dianeconti7602
    @dianeconti76024 жыл бұрын

    It's good to see you back with another phenomenal restoration. What a beautiful piece of furniture. You've brought it back to life. Stay safe there, from me here in southeastern Turkey.

  • @DashnerDesignRestoration

    @DashnerDesignRestoration

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you.

  • @katertot17
    @katertot173 жыл бұрын

    This man is a wizard.

  • @metafive1
    @metafive12 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful grain on this one. Glad you uncovered it. I sometimes imagine you using a clamp/vice when drilling but then realise you probably picked the piece up for five bucks at the thrift store/side of the road lol

  • @tomanderson9668
    @tomanderson96683 жыл бұрын

    I appreciate how he is able to evaluate the process and then correct a problem issue. DIY projects never go entirely smoothly and need a different process. Thanks for a great video.

  • @mickeytheis7786
    @mickeytheis77863 жыл бұрын

    Wow that shellac trick on the scratches... amazing!!!

  • @paulcarlachapman628
    @paulcarlachapman6282 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful finish! And I agree with Carla Souza - I'm so glad you don't have annoying music! (Another Carla)

  • @magpiesmith971
    @magpiesmith9712 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful staining job…very rich. 😊. And a wonderful job with that pigmented shellack!

  • @vanhetgoor
    @vanhetgoor2 жыл бұрын

    It is marvellous to repaint with coloured shellac. Never seen this before.

  • @NurseMickiLea
    @NurseMickiLea4 жыл бұрын

    Love how this piece turned out and your technique on covering the darker scratches was so well done.♥️

  • @lynvoyager5976
    @lynvoyager59764 жыл бұрын

    Love that veneer grain. Especially the side panel and drawer fronts. Great job hiding the scratches and bringing the piece back to a better life.

  • @gailgaddy5340
    @gailgaddy53402 жыл бұрын

    I liked the way you solve the issues as they popped up. 😄 pretty good looking piece of furniture. I would sure buy it.

  • @glg3945
    @glg39454 жыл бұрын

    Very beautiful! I was so glad to see that you had posted today. You really do amazing work. Peace and good fortune and good health to you and your family.

  • @hanhb6047
    @hanhb60473 жыл бұрын

    I was not expecting a video on refinishing a dresser to be so soothing.

  • @slanginnoodles9865
    @slanginnoodles98652 жыл бұрын

    Fabulous job! Almost looks like a Stanley piece, thanks for saving it!

  • @marieb9926
    @marieb99264 жыл бұрын

    Nice job! I like the refinish. The grain is beautiful.

  • @jomercer21113
    @jomercer211132 жыл бұрын

    I love the veneer banding on the drawer fronts.

  • @131dyana
    @131dyana2 жыл бұрын

    I enjoyed seeing you make this dresser look almost new. Thank you.

  • @ymottspice
    @ymottspice4 жыл бұрын

    That paintbrush scratch camoflague made me smile, thanks for another excellent video.

  • @LindsayNRandi
    @LindsayNRandi4 жыл бұрын

    I dont know if I will ever use this knowledge but man your videos are so satisfying and relaxing great job!

  • @sarahrenfrow9795
    @sarahrenfrow97953 жыл бұрын

    I have watched enough of your videos to know you are a master craftsman, but when you did that trick with the scratches, that blew my mind! Gorgeous work.

  • @tiabean1635
    @tiabean16352 жыл бұрын

    One of my most favorite channels. I’m happy you don’t add loud music. You’re the Bob Ross of furniture restoration. :)

  • @jrand2631
    @jrand26314 жыл бұрын

    Amazing how you're able to bring back some life in these vintage furnitures - great job! 👍👍👍

  • @greatsewing6061
    @greatsewing60613 жыл бұрын

    The calm equanimity of your videos is like a meditation, the mystical experience of quiet work.

  • @shaosu9243
    @shaosu92433 жыл бұрын

    All I felt is a very intelligent person does this channel, very neat-- in any points! Helplessly love them! Thanks made this peaceful corner in this noisy world!

  • @jenniferlawrence8533
    @jenniferlawrence85334 жыл бұрын

    What a beauty. Love the grain.

  • @yessss_pls
    @yessss_pls4 жыл бұрын

    I love watching your videos! I use them to fall asleep faster. But i also really like watching you refinish cool Mid Century pieces. I have a store in Los Angeles and we mainly work with Mid Century and I love seeing the before and after. - Vintage On Point

  • @philginakis5551
    @philginakis55513 жыл бұрын

    It's Saturday morning where I am and i thought to myself, gee I could do with some Dashner right now, some soothing therapeutic furniture restoration to calm the soul... And you delivered as always! Thanks for being so consistently excellent with the production of your videos and showing us your craft; you're always a pleasure to watch and I look forward to seeing your videos every time they release. Stay safe over there, all the best!! Praise from down under

  • @DashnerDesignRestoration

    @DashnerDesignRestoration

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @brendankelly8606
    @brendankelly86064 жыл бұрын

    Who would think watching a bloke refinishing furniture that fascinating

  • @fingr2420
    @fingr24203 жыл бұрын

    That shellac job was perfect.

  • @olgapaulus7299
    @olgapaulus72992 жыл бұрын

    This cabinet looks outstanding, beautiful. I'm a fan. Thanks for sharing.

  • @emilyr.858
    @emilyr.8583 жыл бұрын

    Gel stain! Used it for the first time this evening. I don't know if I can ever go back now! All thanks to you! Seriously! Now I need to try wipe on poly.

  • @elliepascoe5954
    @elliepascoe59544 жыл бұрын

    Wow, that was some magic camouflage! Thanks for sharing this trick!😁🇳🇱

  • @ActNormalKid
    @ActNormalKid4 жыл бұрын

    The glue syringe might be my favorite in your tool arsenal. Great work as always!

  • @juliajonson798
    @juliajonson7984 жыл бұрын

    Oh this is so gorgeous. The stain came out absolutely perfect! Very inspiring to see you perfect these pieces back to functionality, they all have soul and you make it show. Keep it up!

  • @kaycox5555
    @kaycox55553 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for all the tips. Your scratches went by by.....Looks wonderful. Congrats.

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