How I Flipped This Old Vintage Dresser
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Sand
I used a paint stripper on the drawers and legs, then scraped off as much stain as possible. I then sanded the remainder of the drawers with the Ryobi orbital sander and sanded the legs by hand with 150-grit sandpaper and worked my way up to 240-grit sandpaper for a smooth surface.
Primer
I applied a Zinsser BIN primer to the top and sides of the dresser with a lint-free microfibre roller. Make sure you work quickly as this primer dries FAST. This primer can’t be washed so you will want to line your paint tray in tinfoil to that you can throw it out after you’re finished.
Paint
I wanted to save money on paint so I chose to use an interior eggshell paint in the colour Onyx by Dulux. I applied 3 coats of paint with a lint-free microfibre roller since the paint was thinner than traditional furniture paint.
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Stain & Topcoat
I used the Varathane Weathered Oak stain on the drawers and legs with a lint-free cloth. The weathered oak gives the wood an aged grey tint for a more vintage look. Once the stain had dried for 24 hours I applied a Varathane matte topcoat with a paintbrush. I used a water-based topcoat so that I was able to clean my paintbrush with soap and water.
Handles
These handles were beautiful so there was no need to replace them. I cleaned them with vinegar, spray-painted them matte black, and added a matte clear coat.
Staging
If you want to sell your piece then be sure to make it look pretty! Add a couple of decor pieces to help with the aesthetic, I used a potted plant and a candle beside my fiddle leaf fig tree. I also try to take photos on a sunny day to help lighten the photos. This will help you sell it faster and, potentially, for more money.
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