Reviving Vintage | Restoring a Walnut Dresser to Its Former Glory!

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When I saw this dresser, I immediately recognized the knobs that matched an old vanity I repurposed into nightstands a few months ago. A lot of its beautiful walnut veneer was loose or missing altogether but I already knew the potential it held and couldn’t resist fixing it up and bringing it back to life.
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  • @lisafrancis7534
    @lisafrancis75344 ай бұрын

    Katie you just leveled up girl ! Impressive restoration..i love it turned out beautiful

  • @salvagedbykscott

    @salvagedbykscott

    4 ай бұрын

    Thank so much! I’m really excited to learn and keep adding skills to my tool box.

  • @miriamepsteinstiles9623
    @miriamepsteinstiles96234 ай бұрын

    You are without a doubt the best teacher and I look forward to watching, learning and being inspired by your work! Last summer I scored an alley find. A Biedermeier style walnut veneer dresser that had many of the same problems so it was reassuring to see that I managed well. It turned out beautifully with a hemp oil finish that enhanced the grain.

  • @colleenbushman5092

    @colleenbushman5092

    4 ай бұрын

    I so very much agree!!! She is the best teacher!!!

  • @katm6086

    @katm6086

    4 ай бұрын

    Can a old 100 plus cedar chest be restored,

  • @jacquelinevelez1683

    @jacquelinevelez1683

    4 ай бұрын

    You did such a great job it looks like a brand new dresser your soooooo talented bless those hands 😍🙏🏽

  • @michelelee5339
    @michelelee53394 ай бұрын

    A very meticulous restoration of a lovely, gentle years piece of furniture. The restoration kit is a smart score for your workshop. 🌟 thank you for sharing 🌟💓

  • @lauris5708
    @lauris57084 ай бұрын

    Gorgeous! I love that you let the natural grain shine through and went with a very natural finish. Anyone would be lucky to have this refurbished piece in their home.

  • @katherineharper-sj4ys
    @katherineharper-sj4ys4 ай бұрын

    Katie, I am so glad you didn’t paint any of that gorgeous walnut and that you added back veneer. This piece is a beauty. You go girl!!

  • @kristinecornell8649
    @kristinecornell86494 ай бұрын

    Incredible Katie! The time, patience & care you give the pieces really shows in the final product. Love it.

  • @kathyl5610
    @kathyl56104 ай бұрын

    Katie, this is absolute stunning! What a work of art. You are truly talented and we are all thankful that you share your journey with us. Take care, stay safe.

  • @bfranklin1052
    @bfranklin10524 ай бұрын

    Love the 'old gentleman' persona. This one is a great save. Love your channel, Katie!

  • @clairewright8153
    @clairewright81534 ай бұрын

    I’m still in awe of how you find amazing pieces of furniture and your amazing skills. Once again another wonderful restoration. Love the kit you got, that’s going to be something that you’ll use often and I suspect will re order.

  • @sandyleet1
    @sandyleet14 ай бұрын

    OMG this is gorgeous. The “easy” fix would have been paint. You’re a real trooper, Christina was right you rock 👏

  • @MelDidItHerself
    @MelDidItHerself4 ай бұрын

    Nothing like a new Katie Scott video to get me motivated to get off my butt and into the workshop! 👏🏼👏🏼

  • @Schmoityface
    @Schmoityface4 ай бұрын

    Beautiful wood grain! The combination of the original hardware and the woodgrain, I just love it. This is probably my favourite restoration.

  • @briemills9209
    @briemills92092 ай бұрын

    Awesome job, Katie! I'm glad you didn't paint this one. The sheer amount of detail you put into this is mind blowing.

  • @lynnemarieable
    @lynnemarieable2 ай бұрын

    I love this chest! It’s beautiful! AND…I LOVE RUB & BUFF, I don’t know how I lived without it!

  • @susanrichardson4025
    @susanrichardson40254 ай бұрын

    Looks fantastic! Those products are a bit intimidating, but the veneer repairs look much simpler than I would have imagined. Once again, an amazing, informative video. I love watching your videos!!!

  • @toniwilsey2763
    @toniwilsey27634 ай бұрын

    The beautiful wood grain really pops. You did a wonderful job, Katie!

  • @jointhecorner
    @jointhecorner4 ай бұрын

    Hi Katie, I've been watching your videos for a couple of years now. I don't do any furniture projects but your videos are lovely to watch, you've got it so right and the furniture transformations are wonderful. Great job!

  • @janedrolet2807
    @janedrolet28074 ай бұрын

    You can be very proud of this one ! What a fabulous repair and refinish, it is absolutely beautiful. If the original designers could see the life you breathe back into some of those old pieces, they would be thrilled.

  • @sarahrenfrow9795
    @sarahrenfrow97954 ай бұрын

    Katie, been watching you for years and now I am convinced-you are a magician! It’s beautiful! TFS

  • @user-vl8qw8hp1g
    @user-vl8qw8hp1g4 ай бұрын

    This is a FANTASTIC restoration!! I love that you were able to replace the veneer rather than use Bondo! Awesome job!!! ❤❤❤

  • @projectswithpaula5897
    @projectswithpaula58974 ай бұрын

    Wow!!!!!!! Sooooo beautiful!!!!!! Great tips too.

  • @nooncactus
    @nooncactus4 ай бұрын

    The dresser has a new life! Your work is stellar! ❤

  • @careerdeva
    @careerdeva4 ай бұрын

    Katie, what beautiful work. You put your heart and soul into each re-do that I watch!

  • @kitfranzman4860
    @kitfranzman48604 ай бұрын

    This was a tricky piece, yet you brought it back to brand new. Impressive!

  • @michaelamaestas4950
    @michaelamaestas49502 ай бұрын

    HOLY SMOKES, wow!

  • @user-mf6wg9wo3y
    @user-mf6wg9wo3y4 ай бұрын

    That is so pretty. I am so glad you refinished it back to its original beauty.

  • @dawnleland3414
    @dawnleland34144 ай бұрын

    Holy moly. Absolutely gorgeous. One of the best makeovers I’ve ever seen!

  • @johannechampagne7332
    @johannechampagne73322 ай бұрын

    I have my parents’ old bedroom set purchased in 1950 and the man’s dresser has that coin holder in the top drawer. It’s a lovely period detail.

  • @bettenotap4791
    @bettenotap47914 ай бұрын

    Wow! ❤ You should have a running clock to see how many hours you spend to get this result. I love the clean deco lines of this one, it’s lovely. Well done!

  • @vrasten
    @vrasten4 ай бұрын

    Great job as always, Katie! Oh you are so patient to work with all those little chips and pieces of veneer like rebuilding a puzzle, my goodness!

  • @michellesutton202
    @michellesutton2024 ай бұрын

    This turned out so beautiful. What a fabulous job on the veneer repair, and blending. Gorgeous piece and such a great video, thank you for sharing😊😊😊

  • @dianaarney6667
    @dianaarney66674 ай бұрын

    Wow! I love how patient you are with each piece. That turned out beautiful.

  • @christinechin1909
    @christinechin19094 ай бұрын

    The finished piece has so much depth of character 😊 ❤

  • @Thatsinteresting363
    @Thatsinteresting3634 ай бұрын

    This is a $2500 piece! Simply gorgeous!

  • @serasmiles2
    @serasmiles24 ай бұрын

    I am so impressed with how you made this little guy come together. I remember a long time ago you prefaced your Post by saying you are a furniture 'painter', not the furniture restorer. But you are clearly the furniture restorer... AND DONT LET ANYONE TELL YOU NO. Good job!!

  • @sabrinahemingway2970
    @sabrinahemingway29704 ай бұрын

    Transformed with love! Looks beautiful! So great watching your technique and processes, then to see the finished product….Magnificent!

  • @gydaanderson332
    @gydaanderson3324 ай бұрын

    So glad that you were able to bring this piece back to glory. Great job!

  • @phoenixfurniturestudio
    @phoenixfurniturestudio4 ай бұрын

    This is stunning Katie!! That walnut edge banding was perfect for the repairs and such a good fix - I am definitely going to look into keeping some in my workshop for these kinds of fixes! 😊❤

  • @katiesullivan8566
    @katiesullivan85664 ай бұрын

    Returned to its former glory. Well Done!

  • @woodhousehouse4198
    @woodhousehouse41987 күн бұрын

    Loved seeing your veneer repair. Beautiful restoration.

  • @amyhyams5846
    @amyhyams58464 ай бұрын

    One word, gorgeous. Well done, Katie! Really interesting how it all came together. Thank you.

  • @kathleenkearns2124
    @kathleenkearns21244 ай бұрын

    I just love your painstaking perseverance with bringing these beauties back to life!! Thank you for sharing!!

  • @ApexWoodworks
    @ApexWoodworks4 ай бұрын

    Katie, that was such an impressive restoration! Thanks for sharing your hard-earned tricks of the trade with us!

  • @omarioonn
    @omarioonn4 ай бұрын

    god the way you never disappoint, this make over was gorgeous and i loved your technique in hiding those cover up spots!!!! thank you for this

  • @Carol-td5jc
    @Carol-td5jc4 ай бұрын

    So many products are needed to complete a project but what a beauty it turned out to be

  • @robinkline8734
    @robinkline87344 ай бұрын

    Your attention to detail always amazes me!

  • @irenemuus9716
    @irenemuus97169 күн бұрын

    Absolutely outstanding. I am proud of you. You really know your products.

  • @sibylleherbe8260
    @sibylleherbe82604 ай бұрын

    You should be proud of this one! It turned out gorgeous.

  • @dshey6802
    @dshey68024 ай бұрын

    That was some beautiful veneer. You did it justice for sure. All your instincts were correct.

  • @louisefulcher193
    @louisefulcher1934 ай бұрын

    That is an amazing re-do. I believe it’s prettier than the original finish!

  • @MrHuismeester
    @MrHuismeester4 ай бұрын

    Seeing the end result you learn a lot !!! This Dresser is back in its old glory ore even better, like what you did with it and and the result is amazing ! Love this video with the nice voice over and the relax background music, so relaxing ! Thanks for sharing !

  • @jillgaddis3889
    @jillgaddis38894 ай бұрын

    It turned out beautifully. How nice the woodgrain shows off. Great job. I learn so much from your vlog

  • @rebeccaduben6455
    @rebeccaduben64554 ай бұрын

    That looks gorgeous and I always learn something new with watching your videos! You have an excellent eye picking pieces, a lot of patience and talent!😊

  • @skaus1793
    @skaus17934 ай бұрын

    Absolutely gorgeous Katie! Your eye for detail and quality work is amazing. Thanks for another great video!

  • @christypotter3315
    @christypotter33154 ай бұрын

    This turned out so beautiful! I'm so impressed by your veneer repair skills.

  • @mararundell2500
    @mararundell25004 ай бұрын

    One of your finest restorations. I've never been a much of a MCM fan but after watching some of your videos I'm appreciating the style more and more.

  • @squirrelswithpearls4249
    @squirrelswithpearls42494 ай бұрын

    Wowza! A handsome fella indeed! Another great job Katie!

  • @l4real808
    @l4real8084 ай бұрын

    So glad to see restoration vs trendy painting over beautiful wood! ❤❤

  • @salvagedbykscott

    @salvagedbykscott

    4 ай бұрын

    Painting is not trendy. It’s a fantastic option to extend the life of pieces that have passed their prime.

  • @l4real808

    @l4real808

    4 ай бұрын

    @salvagedbykscott I realize that. I'm commenting on how most folks just paint a piece vs. taking time to restore to original. It all comes down to personal decor preferences, of course. You do Excellent work!

  • @divineohnine
    @divineohnine4 ай бұрын

    Ur a wizard, Harry. No joke, amazing job!

  • @norawotton5440
    @norawotton54404 ай бұрын

    I hope you keep this one for yourself - I think it’s the most beautiful thing you’ve done.

  • @dreamterry
    @dreamterry3 ай бұрын

    So glad you kept the original knobs! Th ey complete the look beautifully.

  • @theresaburg5881
    @theresaburg58814 ай бұрын

    You make it look so easy. The paint you used for the chips worked really well. Love the finished dresser.

  • @cindymacdonald5611
    @cindymacdonald56114 ай бұрын

    Katie you are just amazingly talented!! Such an incredible makeover with such detail!! Thank you for being so inspiring!!🥰

  • @moneymakingmikeg.9555
    @moneymakingmikeg.95552 ай бұрын

    FAAAAAAAAAAAANTASTIC job Katie!!! I appreciate how much you guys put into your videos so once I start watching them I make sure I complete them all the way through. This one took me approx. 2 weeks to complete & it was worth it. Hoping all is well, Dirty Jersey out!!

  • @salvagedbykscott

    @salvagedbykscott

    2 ай бұрын

    I always love seeing your comments!

  • @suecox2308
    @suecox23084 ай бұрын

    I agree this seems like a mid-40s piece and you've done it proud--absolutely gorgeous now!

  • @lindagee699
    @lindagee6994 ай бұрын

    Outstanding! Love seeing that beautiful walnut brought back to life.😍

  • @debr4613
    @debr46134 ай бұрын

    Just watching you redo old furniture makes my day brighter! I love how you turn old stuff into something amazing and beautiful! I believe the dresser is from the fifties. That furniture used to be in all my friends parents rooms! Lol

  • @siobhanroberts8627
    @siobhanroberts86274 ай бұрын

    I think one of my absolute favorites you've done K.

  • @kimhough7753
    @kimhough77534 ай бұрын

    It looks amazing!! You are so good at repairing and making furniture look even better Katie! 🥰🥰🥰

  • @careyclouser1022
    @careyclouser10224 ай бұрын

    I thought for sure you were gonna paint it. It looks fantastic and I'm impressed with your restoration skills.

  • @kendrad4491
    @kendrad44914 ай бұрын

    Katie this restoration is absolutely beautiful. I learn a lot from you 😊.

  • @marilynyarbrough7951
    @marilynyarbrough79514 ай бұрын

    What a beautiful transformation. Great work, Katie. Thanks for sharing.

  • @JackieBluXO
    @JackieBluXO4 ай бұрын

    This piece is gorgeous! I really like how you were able to repair and color match the veneer issues!

  • @SabrinaFox-vh7mq
    @SabrinaFox-vh7mq4 ай бұрын

    I so admire your attention to detail - beautiful job!

  • @annecarter5181
    @annecarter51814 ай бұрын

    A LOT OF WORK!!! But what a handsome finished product!!!!

  • @AuntieBrendaWashington-tp5mq
    @AuntieBrendaWashington-tp5mq4 ай бұрын

    Katie, how I love your Cinderella stories. You brighten my day! ❤️2U

  • @RevdUp.Art.Fotografer
    @RevdUp.Art.Fotografer2 ай бұрын

    Very, very, very! You are really catching on quick with the veneer, nice job.

  • @TranscendFurnitureGallery
    @TranscendFurnitureGallery4 ай бұрын

    Aww this is just stunning. 🤩

  • @TheresaHoughten-tb7oe
    @TheresaHoughten-tb7oe2 ай бұрын

    What an absolute beauty I learn so much watching you

  • @louanneross6410
    @louanneross64104 ай бұрын

    Fantastic job Katie. You are so meticulous in your repairs.

  • @juliewhittington1991
    @juliewhittington19914 ай бұрын

    Katie Scott Veneer Ninja! Wow what a great leason in restoration, thank you!!

  • @pamboone6921
    @pamboone69214 ай бұрын

    Hi Katie, Oh my ever loving goodness,,,that dude turned out sooooo good!! Job so very well done Katie!! Love it❤️

  • @dyanalayng5507
    @dyanalayng55074 ай бұрын

    Always so interesting to see and hear you working on these pieces. Great background music - very calming. Funky knobs - too bad the original finish was poor but they look terrific now. A good save.

  • @nancyclark3049
    @nancyclark30494 ай бұрын

    Bravo, Kate! It’s gorgeous! Well done!

  • @youdontspeakforme4339
    @youdontspeakforme43394 ай бұрын

    I love the style of that dresser. Beautiful refinish!

  • @anniscrawford4210
    @anniscrawford42104 ай бұрын

    WOW! You did an unbelievable job on this piece. I would be proud on own it.

  • @wilmaburns5280
    @wilmaburns52804 ай бұрын

    WOW! I'm impressed with you & the "little guy" as well! I love watching your videos & learning from you. Continued Blessings, Katie 🤎

  • @aliferefurbished
    @aliferefurbished4 ай бұрын

    This turned out stunning my friend!!😍

  • @cnorovich48
    @cnorovich484 ай бұрын

    What a stunning piece! An especially amazing rescue! 👍👍👍

  • @robinbrown7953
    @robinbrown79534 ай бұрын

    thanks for restoring it and not just slathering paint on it…nice pieces deserve to be preserved when possible. its beautiful

  • @ritasanchez5751
    @ritasanchez57514 ай бұрын

    What a great job you did restoring that gorgeous piece!

  • @debmarlowe1204
    @debmarlowe12044 ай бұрын

    Love it! You are a great teacher.

  • @salvagedbykscott

    @salvagedbykscott

    4 ай бұрын

    Thank you! 😊

  • @tjholtz9860
    @tjholtz98604 ай бұрын

    This stunning!!!! Love the woodgrain. You did an amazing job matching the color

  • @lunadepana
    @lunadepana4 ай бұрын

    A very fine Gentleman indeed!

  • @Nannipat72
    @Nannipat724 ай бұрын

    Fantastic restoration! Loving the bit deeper color - looks so rich.

  • @mymusic-co4yl
    @mymusic-co4yl4 ай бұрын

    Absolutely beautiful miss lady! You are definitely top of the line!

  • @JolovesDecor
    @JolovesDecor4 ай бұрын

    You’re a magician. Just wow!

  • @KB-jl7tm
    @KB-jl7tm4 ай бұрын

    Beautiful, it’s amazing to see your evolution. You’ve become a true expert, inspiring!

  • @pamsharp7656
    @pamsharp76564 ай бұрын

    This turn out better than when it was brand new. I appreciate your teaching repairs.

  • @janicesnapp2850
    @janicesnapp28504 ай бұрын

    Beautiful Refinishing of this lovely dresser! Thank you for walking us thru your process using stain matching kit and of using Mohawk vinyl sealer, toner, and lacquer. I have not ventured into the Mohawk products but would like to on a Kling Maple MCM dresser I am currently repairing cracks on. You inspire courage to venture into new territory.

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