An Industrial Restoration of a VERY Worn Out Dresser...

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A vintage dresser is restored and given a new rustic industrial look, featuring a restoration of antique cast iron castors.
When I found this dresser on FB Marketplace, I noticed that it was entirely solid wood. No MDF, no particle board, all 100% solid. Whenever I run across a piece like this, my first thought is to restore it and bring out the wood hiding underneath. Since all the black stained surfaces were solid, sanding through the stain and minor scratches wouldn't be an issue. However, there were some major cracks along the top and sides. When I plan on painting, this isn't a problem since the cracks can be patched up with some Bondo and painted over to hide the damage. For a restoration, it's much more difficult to repair major damages AND hide it. My solution was to first use wood epoxy to match the wood color as much as possible, and then go with a rustic look by creating wormholes and other marks of character all around the dresser. Doing this effectively camouflaged whatever major damages that were fixed, and I love the dark accents that they created once the dark wax was applied.
I hope you found some value in this video, and thank you for watching! :)
- Andy
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[@TuckerSP2011]

I'm very happy that you kept it a natural finish. I'm not really crazy about the worm holes,etc'. I think that the wood had so much character on its own and had survived unblemished. I do like the castors and handles to bring it up to a steampunk aesthetic. Good work!

[@Aleph-Noll]

yeah the damage they did for sure rubbed me the wrong way.i had to downvote honestly

[@jules6564]

yeah I agree. Beautiful progress but adding fake damage for a more... rustic look I guess?? Seems wasteful. Enough damaged dressers exist as is haha

[@lavero1810]

@@Aleph-Noll you downvote because something's not your style? That's sad.

[@Boomerinthewild62]

in a way I agree because it was sad to see intentional damage on the wood. On the other hand, it's just a different method of antiquing.

[@Aleph-Noll]

@@lavero1810 what other reason is there to downvote?

[@judyhawkins492]

I can't decide which I love most - your clever videography or your vision & talent for transforming a piece of furniture into something grand and unique. Bravo!

[@ModernMakeovers]

Thank you very much! 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@Englandfan91]

You were right with "trust the process". It pained me to see you putting all the holes and marks on it, but it turned out great at the end. The castors are a good match with the hardware and it made it original. Great job.

[@vbee3571]

Another beautiful piece lurking under years of neglect! I’m impressed not only with your skills, but with your design sense. Everything about this finished piece is just right. 🌟

[@chantelnovelle7134]

Exactly!

[@ModernMakeovers]

Thank you!! 🙏🏻❤️

[@ashleyosborne6239]

Love it!! Those castors are awesome and cleaned up beautifully. Using the WD-40, to protect from rust, is just like what I learned from my grandmother regarding caring for a cast iron skillet. They have to be “seasoned” with oil to protect from rust and keep food from sticking. If maintained properly, they’ll last for decades. Bravo, another beautiful transformation!💜

[@ModernMakeovers]

Thank you for sharing that :) 🙏🏻❤️

[@amkow89]

Oh god, I had to read this again to realize you didnt mean that you put wd-40 on your cast iron skillet. I was super worried 😂

[@adrianabocanegra4795]

Amazing job! It hurt me when you were creating more damage on the wood, but I understand the intention. You are a great furniture designer and you clearly had a vision. You created a wonderful piece. I can't wait for your next video

[@nancynewlin]

Perfect combination of the hardware and castors.

[@BunnyLang]

I love how you save all of your extra pieces. Beautiful restoration.

[@lyndseybeaumont7301]

It looks fabulous and I love the wax effect on it. I’m not sold on the artificial woodworm holes mind. If it had survived that long without it my personal feeling is that it could manage without it for good. However, it doesn’t spoil it and the wheels and handles are a perfect choice to set it off. Who would have thought such an ugly duckling could turn into a beautiful swan?

[@mellie4174]

Agreed. I wouldn't have chosen the fake distressing but that's just me.

[@cheryl2103]

I agree.

[@emilydoesit8383]

100% Agree with that. He is extremely talented and does a good job restoring furniture but I had to fast forward the distressing and worm holes the wood looked so beautiful and then nail holes nope can’t watch that part but in the end yes it was beautiful but could have look more beautiful in my opinion.

[@lyndseybeaumont7301]

@@emilydoesit8383 yes totally x

[@karenshear6046]

Fascinating and beautiful

[@patsyshafchuk5368]

For the videographer: I love the rust and vinegar cocktail with the sound of heavy machinery backing up as the casters were lifted out of the liquid. Fabulous! If I had brought this piece of furniture to you for restoration, I would have been appalled at the number of permanent changes you were making from the outset. However, having seen your previous work, I would have waited patiently for this beautiful gem to appear. You even did a great job with fake distressing! Oh my! You are such an artist! It's perfect.

[@ryankmcgrathsr]

I really love your channel. The respect you have for the history of this furniture is unrivaled. I'm so proud of you and I don't even know you. These videos are so soothing. Thank you for what you've shared with us all.

[@boa9535]

Great casters!

[@gwenm6582]

Beautiful Job!!!! Thank you for "saving" it!!!!!!😊

[@andreabenackova5975]

Never thought wormholes can be so beautiful. ❤️

[@Busycrab]

Wowww amazing

[@KevinHegmann]

You have such good taste

[@lauralayton3996]

Absolutely georgeous! Love this look.

[@paulamarchbanks8540]

This is gorgeous

[@abigailhamiltonactor]

I loved that "colourful" sticky drawer lining! It kept the drawer bottom from being stained over the years!!

[@doreenjones8484]

gorgeous

[@denisesummers3107]

Absolutely beautiful

[@hamsonthehill]

I like this, might copy it.

[@MsArtistwannabe]

Looks great. Nice job.

[@stephanierandall94]

Gorgeous. Would make a great island

[@ladylioness4065]

Great job

[@jodilynn4347]

Hello. lovely, well done

[@antoniocastillo2691]

Yes..!!!! Restoration...súper Exellent.. your work

[@nakiahall4201]

Another beautiful piece!

[@sidah5105]

Gorgeous.

[@ishtarbastet]

You are incredibly skilled! Congratulations!

[@renees766]

You did such a good job.

[@tammyc1276]

That turned out beautiful

[@debbydhill]

Beautiful!

[@squishsquid3035]

this is my comfort youtube channel. got commissions to do? modern makeovers is on in the background. absolutely bored to death? let’s watch this guy rub a dresser with various materials. love this dude.

[@empressche333]

That is awesome! Probably one of my favourites. The old caster wheels and the wormholes..perfect!

[@ModernMakeovers]

Thank you!! ❤️

[@AnaAguilar999]

I loved the result, except for the battle scars! I have to say I deeply admire all the skills you showed here, and how you brought an incredible piece back to life. The castors were such an amazing match, I love it! I want one just like that for my home ❤️

[@jill552]

Very cool transformation.

[@Mandy7D7]

I actually liked the wormholes and wear you put into the surface of the wood. It put brought the industrial side over to match the hardware.

[@rocketqueen232]

That does look amazing. I was a bit worried when you started distressing the surface, but it ended up great!

[@Ann_Harlow]

I love how even tho these pieces usually have a very basic/boring base, you always manage to change it to make it more beautiful and functional

[@teresabell1014]

That turned out great 👍

[@wendyanderson2562]

Absolutely beautiful!!

[@victoriawinters6573]

Awesome job! Appreciate that you don’t add the annoying music everyone else does.

[@peacedove1182]

Killing the game!

[@DrMrSmooth]

Nice video mate 👍

[@ibz8455]

Beautiful!!!!

[@okaycarmina]

flawless yet again sir

[@ModernMakeovers]

😃🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@michelerussell9044]

I love that you used wax to give it color. I Love it.

[@matiasbjarnstedt6283]

That turned out amazing :)

[@hephzibah1966]

Very good job.

[@barbaracatalano6299]

That turned out fabulous!!!! Great video and job!

[@kitrinkabrockley6126]

I want one! Would be great in my sewing room!

[@AliPrieta]

One of the best channels on KZbin

[@selenap7339]

awesome

[@rudybriskar5267]

Absolutely love the distressed look and the industrial hardware!

[@cc3mathews]

Great transformation! It's a more gorgeous piece now!

[@anelize_hendrikz]

Thats incredibly beautiful!!!!

[@paulaheuser5831]

Thank you again! I love love love your work!

[@insantiago798]

I liked how you tucked the little “ scrap” wood into the draw very classy sir

[@meperson]

That is great work and some new techniques I have not seen - you seem to have many skills and tricks in your "toolbox". Here is one from mine - use hair dryer or heat gun to heat up the sticky liner before removing. It will remove much more easily.

[@ModernMakeovers]

Thank you for that! 🙏🏻

[@jodidavis6595]

You sir have vision. Very masculine and it would compliment any bachelors home. Well done 👍🏼

[@elisacampos9807]

You don't know that but your videos helps me a lot when I'm anxious, thank you so much 🥺🙏

[@robincramer8080]

I love the hardware!

[@annachung6002]

WoooooooW! A million dollar one of a kind piece now!! ✨✨✨

[@marieb9926]

I'm always excited when u post. You're in a league of your own.

[@ModernMakeovers]

Thank you!! 😁😁

[@bze-xu6ht]

Ocd ppl r very happy that ur organized including me

[@justjulee9135]

This turned out incredibly well! You are definitely one of the best furniture restorers that I've ever watched!

[@vioectrolysis]

I love the battle scars, it is such a fesh idea for a pattern in a dresser

[@5thdimension625]

Wow! Amazing skills both with the editing and the dresser. Thanks for the enjoyable video

[@ModernMakeovers]

🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@kayhelton701]

Beautiful

[@luisarusso2748]

clap, clap, calp: bello, bellissimo - bravo, bravissimo!!! 🙂

[@jaz313det]

Very nice. Love the new look.

[@doudou53d44]

Masterpiece again 👍❤️

[@jamieberry8644]

Beautifully updated!

[@karlac34]

Gorgeous as always!

[@beatamichalska6220]

It looks outstanding. And you are wright - these 'wholes' give it special vibe

[@celine5506]

Absolutely gorgeous. Classy and timeless. WOW!

[@loraineleuschke4186]

I love the look of this piece. It is fashionable and elegant. You are good.

[@DS-qw1tp]

I love how it turned out!

[@marciemuhleman3427]

beauty - you are a wizard!

[@IngridHastings]

This is GORGEOUS. I love the natural look and the small industrial touches of the handles and wheels. It's wonderful - well done!

[@rochelletarr182]

Oh wow. I so badly want this piece. It's stunning. 🌻 💕 🥰

[@MarzNet256]

Wow. That looks fantastic.

[@keanteewalker2515]

ONE OF MY FAV furniture makeovers so far. You are extremely skilled and have got fabulous taste! 😘

[@saskia4139]

I totally like the dresser, because it is very clear to me that the quirks in the wood were made intentionally, and not to make it look artificially old, but as artistic freedom. That's why it's a work of art for me!

[@bluecurlygirl]

Wow. Such a difference. Love the castors. Love the new handles. Great job.

[@ModernMakeovers]

Thank you so much :)

[@Teeniebfable]

Stunning!

[@KP_1843]

Love watching your makeovers. You're incredibly talented with your craft.

[@ModernMakeovers]

Thank you very much 😄🙏🏻

[@vintagelugs1708]

Beyond up cycling. Creative at another level

[@juliebrooke6099]

I’m surprised you had to pay as much as 70 dollars for it as it was really worn. I would have left enough overhang on the back of the top to cover the width of an average baseboard. That way you could stand it next to the wall and not risk losing small items behind it. A great makeover though.

[@mellie4174]

Ookh Yes that would have been nice!

[@FrogeniusW.G.]

Maybe it was 70$ bc. they already know he lives there and can make shit to gold!! 😁

[@emmaleaorear8404]

I think $70 is quite a deal for that piece. It's really worn but it seems to be all wood and not some laminate or veneer so the quality could be higher..? I don't know for sure tho but it could be a reason

[@royer_redos]

Initially it might seem expensive but I was browsing for furniture the other day and people want ridiculous amounts of money for their old junk.

[@FrogeniusW.G.]

@@royer_redos Yes. It's bc. of the personal attachement to one's personal belongings. Thus people overestimate the value of their things. This phenomenon even has a certain name in psychology. Sth. like "attachement theory" or so..

[@daniloreyes1792]

Good job Brother... I'm from Honduras

[@indie825]

Sweet!

[@debrabemis3115]

absolutely beautiful!

[@edm2022]

Wow. Your videos are my favorite thing on KZbin. You make things so beautiful.

[@jennydiaz9131]

I like, like, like your videos so much creativity and skill.

[@adascraps]

Loved every second of this video…as always

[@markrobbins1018]

Lol, I am glad to see someone else who saves even little pieces of wood, I even save all my shavings and sawdust from different types of wood. A nice well-done piece of work.

[@notquitechaos6705]

haha love how the "battle scars" came out!

[@tamaracarodelabarreraamezq206]

So beautifullll! I want It for my House😄😄😄👍👍👍👍👍