How to Strip Paint from Wooden Furniture

[@sharonnelson1392]

So glad to see someone getting rid of the paint and letting that gorgeous wood shine!

[@AtCharlottesHouse]

I couldn't believe the grain underneath!

[@busyme4]

I’m furniture painter, the only time I paint furniture like this is when the veneer is beyond repair. In some cases I go with the two tones and they come out beautifully. I use the same stripper and it’s best to leave overnight. Great video... refreshing indeed!

[@alexaadap]

Not hard? Try it on deck?

[@waygoblue4729]

Yes!

[@djhype1983]

I love it!!

[@crazybonz99]

finally! somebody went the right way and stripped paint instead of applying. so refreshing!

[@mokachyna22]

The right way? Some people have been living with a piece of wood furniture for decades and they’re ready for a change.

[@karaveteto]

Beautiful piece under there too😊

[@tomatomelvin]

@@mokachyna22 lol why are you so butthurt over this if you want white dressers go to ikea, painted dressers look like SHIT!!

[@chefclementine]

Omg you are a life saver! I HATE that literally almost every home for sale on the market, people thinking painting their old cabinets WHITE is OK. Like. If you have a good colored wood, DO NOT COVER THAT UP! Wood is so beautiful! You save me lots of time brainstorming when I decide on my new house. Plus all white in a home makes it look sterile and lab-like. Gross!!!

[@aaronrossell6338]

It's utterly criminal that someone would paint over that veneer. Gorgeous. Thank you for this!

[@Dogmeat22]

I know this is a year old but I was thinking the exact same thing, I know to each their own but man it should be a crime to cover such gorgeous wood.

[@m.h.1327]

WOW! What an outstanding beautiful job!! This morning, I wanted to cry, after I'd begun to strip my dresser from its white chalk paint! "It's too much a huge job," I said. But 3 years ago, It was my own idea to paint them! I've changed my mind and want my wood-look back! You've given me hope!! Thanks!! I think I can do this...Let's hope. You made it seem so easy!!

[@AtCharlottesHouse]

Good luck!

[@IamMimi_2017]

That dresser is absolutely GORGEOUS!

[@jerridelgado2245]

Such beautiful wood. Why would anyone ever paint this in the first place. Love it!!!

[@marksmith5237]

fashion trends, over here (UK) we are fitting Matt black taps left right and centre, They will all be coming back out when the trend changes in a year or two.

[@floridagirl9064]

@@marksmith5237 taps?

[@marksmith5237]

@@floridagirl9064 Sorry faucets are know as taps in the UK. Hope you are well.

[@floridagirl9064]

@@marksmith5237 thankyou for replying! Much love ❌❤❌❤

[@OpiumBride]

That white paint makes it look so basic and same-y...the wood is what makes it stand apart!

[@bettegregory4960]

Thank you Jesus! So wonderful to see that BEAUTIFUL WOOD! Thank you! Thank you!

[@CHOOCH3RDID]

Got an old rocking chair and started to strip it down in my garage with the stripper that has really bad fumes. My wife came out and "yelled" at me to stop with this striper. Well I am glad I found your video and will follow your instructions, thank you. Ill let you know how it came out.

[@pamschonfarber1041]

This is so nice to see a redo of furniture brought back to its original state, especially such beautiful wood grain, the glass knobs add such class to the piece also, I don't know how anyone could have painted that dresser in the 1st place. CRAZY

[@mykingofkings1439]

Who in their right mind would cover up that beautiful wood??... It's absolutely beautiful, now it has been restored to it's former glory, well done on this project, you did a wonderful job, it looks stunning.

[@theIdlecrane]

this looks like Brazilian Rosewood. Excellent finish, well done!

[@UIAL570]

Very rare to see a reverse paint job!! So wonderful to see furnitures true color being appreciated.

[@kokeshidoll5863]

So nice to see the new trend to strip off all the paint madness that has been going on for several years now. Not all wood furniture is beautiful, but this certainly is and I'm so happy to see that fantastic wood grain brought back to life. I would jump at the chance to have this in my home!

[@peterpanassow7814]

Agreed!

[@kristinpothast]

I can't believe that gorgeous wood was painted over! It looked like junk before and now it's an heirloom.

[@rosieshere339]

What a treasure under all that White paint

[@hersoulsetonfire]

one of the best videos I have watched as a first time paint stripper.

[@dennischavante9486]

This is awesome!

[@rjmstunts3716]

I know,right

[@yumaira]

Love this! I painted a hutch about 4 years ago because it matched so lovely into my kitchen at the time. Now... new house, new me lol I want the dark wood back. This video was perfect!

[@preppingforbeginners1347]

Beautiful finished product!!! Inspiring for this 43 yr old man I never did these types of projects till coming across these types of videos I actually started getting into investing and being a obsessed type person I wanted to have a area at home I could sit learn and focus on investing into.what in.interested in and I found a free corner desk for my dining room my wife incurouged me to sand it and stain it turned out to come together very nice And these videos with that desk has got me catching a diy bug !!! This.is good.for.me to.stay home save money stay busy sober and focused on positive things!!! I appreciate the time you put into.your content thanks

[@Goiriath]

This is one of the most satisfying paint stripping videos

[@jlr06005]

Holy smokes. This is stunning.

[@brucemorris3830]

Just picked up, FOR FREE on the edge of the road, a cute little child size rolltop desk with bad black paint over bad red paint on everything except the rolltop panel itself! I’m dying to see what’s under all that cruddy paint so I’m off to the hardware store in a few minutes, thank you for the how-to & wish me luck on the project

[@soldierpsalmist]

Wow we used to have tongue nut trees in our yard! Great Grandma planted them when she was still alive well over 100 years ago

[@kmbrlruiz]

The wood is stunning!

[@leeskinner9339]

I cant believe someone would pain over this beautiful wood. I just bought a dresser that was painted over. i cant wait to see whats under

[@irelandbrianna1649]

Wow wow wow! What a transformation!!!

[@victoriacozadd6418]

Thank you for refinishing to the natural wood. My favorite.

[@paulcarlachapman628]

What a pleasure to see you restore the finish on this lovely piece! I get frustrated seeing people paint (!!!) over gorgeous burled wood like this. Thank you for a refreshing new/old look for your dresser!

[@ruthiezophia2946]

Wow. Beautiful. An heirloom piece.

[@karinedesfosses3678]

I love the fact that you kept it wood! I'm all for upcycling an old dresser, and do love watching those who paint and give new life to old furniture, but like others have mentioned, I also LOVE wood furniture. It looks beautiful!

[@chobochobobulo893]

THANK YOU for acknowledging the beautiful wood!

[@shapeeps]

You’re insanely talented!! This video needs more views

[@AtCharlottesHouse]

thank you!

[@conscience-commenter]

Thank you for putting in the time to restore that dresser properly. The book matched grain looks beautiful .

[@gm6719]

Well done great job finally someone that doesn’t destroy great pieces of furniture with chalk crap paint

[@OneKindWord]

THANK YOU for showing the end result first. It absolutely hooked me to see how you did it.

[@connieleonard8326]

One of the best makeovers I have ever seen!

[@nikkilav824]

This is absolutely gorgeous

[@jomanallen]

So beautiful!!!!! YOU DID SUCH A GOOD JOB!!!!!!!!!

[@beverlyleague3973]

The dresser is absolutely gorgeous! I'm so glad you restored it back to it's original glory! You did a wonderful job!

[@jd9351]

Thank you for saving this beautiful piece. Painted furniture is an abomination.

[@MadiLush]

Omg, You hit the jackpot! I would have been jumping for joy when I saw that wood grain!

[@valeriefay9315]

Thanks for giving this piece another life ❤️

[@RaisingBrave]

Awesome! I have a great mid century dresser that I painted in my youth (stupid, young me), that I really want to bring back to life. This video was so helpful and I will definitely be getting that Mohawk drawer lubricant! Didn’t know that was a thing!

[@pamelamartin3855]

I want to see your dresser when done.

[@jflclc]

What a gorgeous piece!

[@jessejohnson159]

I love the way that paint is coming off! Now to go get some CitriStrip!

[@mg725]

How did that end up working? I just read that they changed the formula sometime last year or so and it's nowhere near as good now. Sucks, because it seemed great and videos and articles from only a couple of years ago now recommended it so highly. When it was good though, based on most reviews I see now. Apparently it used to smell great and work well and now it stinks and doesn't work.

[@mokiloke]

Funny how everyone is painting their wood white at the moment. In 10 years after the hampton style is done everyone will be wondering who the hell painted all their beautiful wood.

[@annwalsh8079]

You're so right! After 'flirting' with chalk painted/'shabby chic' furniture makeovers for years, I'm now the happy owner of a $15.00 Goodwill walnut bow front dresser with claw feet that needs just minor cleaning/polishing! Also, refinishing an antique mahogany drop leaf table with deep red/purple hues. Beautiful table, but too "old-fashioned" for my good friend's liking so...Thank you! NanaAnn

[@chantelwillems6040]

I love some white painted wood furniture but there’s a time and a place for it for sure. Never quality wood furniture.

[@Ratplague707]

I'm wondering this right now. Lots of people are flipping historic, 100-year old houses and painting the old growth trim white, and I'm just like, save some for me if I can ever afford a house!

[@rehyse9751]

I love to paint furniture, but basically small pieces (frames, for instance: I can't stand to have different tones) to give a touch of color. But, full wardrobes or dining tables it's just tacky

[@Vixa_Jaz]

@@Ratplague707 it makes me cry seeing people painting old Victorian homes like that

[@mkjackson55]

Beautiful, simply beautiful. The graining is majestic.

[@TheBrianRicci]

Want to say thank you for your video! I recently acquired an old cheap dresser like yours to attempt my first flip. I am going to try your guidance. Cheers!

[@TheGamesforsale]

Thank you for this! I have a mid-century bedroom set with 3 layers of paint that I want to strip without the harsh chemicals from years ago. Brilliant.

[@carflk916]

Furniture I paint: beyond repair veneer, pine, sometimes oak (like the fadish oak from the 80/90s) or particale board. Furniture I don't paint: mid century wood furniture, antiques, mahogany, maple, ect. That's another way of saying I support your decision to strip the paint. I think you made a wise choice and did this piece justice. I'm like you, I love painted furniture, but when it's appropriate. When I see painted antiques, I like to strip it to see what I am working with.

[@AtCharlottesHouse]

Exactly!!

[@tinastaley625]

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 kzbin.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.

[@SavannahMartin-ew5ro]

So beautiful! I have my grandma's old desk that is covered in layers of paint. Might try this!

[@xx7101]

Wow you work harder faster smarter than almost all of the home improvement trade people ive ever hired

[@laurendao4467]

I tried using Citristrip just last weekend and thought it was awful. Maybe I didn't let it sit long enough? It was absurdly sticky and created an absolute messy disaster. I had been using a different chemical stripper that was much less sticky. My painters tool got completely covered in goop and I found it so difficult to clean up. What a treasure you found under that white paint!

[@KatherineTheGr8t]

I too love to see the wood grain, and this piece is a prime example! Thanks for not repainting it, the tongue oil application is absolutely beautiful : D

[@natashawile895]

I bought a dresser that's painted white, it's solid so excited to see what's underneath, thanks for the tips. 😊

[@jayblue8307]

Beautiful - I especially like the use of Tongue oil. My favorite finishing treatment.

[@IMOO1896]

I crackle painted an armoir that had a waterfall original finish that was a part of my parents original bedroom set-think 1940’s. Well now I’m in the process of TRYING to remove to crackle, hoping to strip crackle without removing the varnish and waterfall finish. It is a lesson in patience, and I’ve found the original finish cannot be spared. So, once all the green is off-gonna be a while, I’ll see if I want to stain as close to natural color, or just poly the whole thing. Thanks for showing us your process.

[@AtCharlottesHouse]

Good luck!!

[@shabamflam]

Thank you! What a quality video! I'm about to do this same thing and I'm nervous, but you made it all very clear and less intimidating. Thank you!

[@AtCharlottesHouse]

Good luck! It's not always this easy, but this is the general process!

[@ariaLampadaria]

Whoaaa! How lucky you got! The wood grain is absolutely stunning. You did a great job😍

[@donnamartin2568]

Turned out beautiful

[@ShivaAvula]

Wow. I can bring back my moms furniture back to life. Thanks for sharing this.

[@Hankandrex]

Absolutely gorgeous. Rescue badly painted furniture!

[@delaguitara]

Thank you very much for your contribution! Thoroughly enjoyed that! x

[@suzzettemackay9003]

OMG that turned out stunning! I am shocked that someone painted over that gorgeous wood. And with such an awful color too. $40 and a lot if elbow grease and it looks like a million bucks! I have a couple of things I hit from restore and yard sells that are painted and the color doesn't work for me. So I wanted to see the best way to strip off the paint and your video was the first one and I'm grateful it was. Bc I don't have to watch any others. I learned what I needed to from you. Thank you

[@mfstarr1]

This is beautiful! You did such an amazing job restoring it.

[@JHall-jo9rm]

Beautiful find. The book matched veneer is the BEST part of your find. A bit disappointed that you didn't thoroughly remove the paint/gunk from the edges of the drawers - this piece deserved that little extra effort 🥴. I loved that you only used tung oil & let the incredible flame mahogany veneer see the light again. It's a special wood - and it makes my stomach turn to see furniture flippers paint it. Well done. :)

[@robertpanetta7912]

One comment here Citrus strip works like this. Citrus strip strips one layer of paint at a time . It is good for furniture because you don’t really find that many coats of paint on furniture. . I use half goo gone and half Acetone mix to keep the stripper wet . This does not hurt the wood

[@anita-qq9iw]

the beauty of the natural grain, no cleaver painting can compete. x love it.

[@hayleem4496]

Bless the work you do. There’s too many people out here painting perfectly good wood furniture!

[@pattysherwood7091]

Funny. I have a drop leaf table with white paint, green paint underneath. You have beautiful veneer there. You did a lot of good work and it paid off.Thank you for sharing!

[@jimtongas821]

What an incredible job! Who the hell would paint over the beautiful veneer. Soooo much better. Congrats!

[@AtCharlottesHouse]

Thank you so much!

[@ariel340]

We have a sad art-deco watching this, I'm confident we can bring it back to life. Will follow same steps. Thank you for sharing!

[@jkalb1744]

I understand people pai to g really beat up furniture, but I love to see the beautiful wood color and grain. Soooo old world.

[@nternetrat]

so cool!! beautiful wood!

[@brandilocs4657]

Strip the paint! Yes! I'm going to rewatch and try that citrus stuff. I had to put my back into sanding this broyhill dresser. I'm going to stain it instead of paint it now that I see the wood🤩🤩

[@Boniter1959]

Oh my......I want it! It is Glorious!

[@letscreateartonline7269]

Whoa! Loved watching this video. Love refinishing Furniture too!

[@zonyasvintage7859]

Excellent job!

[@taylorrodriguez4793]

Also! The instant adhesive is amazing! The thin absorbs we’ll into wood and other porous surfaces. Then the activator to make it dry instantly. I definitely splurge on the glue.

[@donnabrantner1783]

I always always sand the top of any furniture I'm working on. That determines whether I paint the piece or I let the glorious wood come through. I've restored a bird's eye maple dresser, a gorgeous British Walnut cabinet and an antique Tiger Wood humidor cabinet. All of my pieces had been stained so dark (cherry, black) that you couldn't see the grain.

[@AtCharlottesHouse]

Smart!!

[@UmbrellaWatch]

Charlotte I’ve watched a couple of these especially with using the citrus drop but now your talkin my language! Love it!!

[@AtCharlottesHouse]

Haha! THanks!

[@gergemall]

Beautiful job

[@gaming_with_rex4031]

This is so beautiful

[@AtCharlottesHouse]

Thank you!

[@TheChaosHome]

It looks absokutley gorgeous😍😍🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@kaymack5304]

This was great! I have never known what to do with the paste the remover and paint makes when stripped off. I thought since it eats through finishes it would eat through any container you put it in. Also, using the less toxic stripper and wearing a respirator if you need to work indoors is great information.

[@suzannegage4878]

It is so pretty!

[@luzdubon8996]

I love it!

[@PghNGDave]

Nice! That looks awesome!

[@tippersmami]

thanks for the tips. i dont do it too often but i did recently find a large white coffee table. it is super solid and fits in my house perfectly just the paint is ugly and scratches. I will try this citistrip out. it is going to be my project for the next month or so.

[@AtCharlottesHouse]

Good luck!

[@randyscott3386]

Great Video ! I have a house that was a flip flop and they painted all the wood trim . Looks like I'm going to need buckets of that citri strip .

[@tonyabaccus-davis5896]

LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS

[@shaunajones3244]

This is the most helpful video. Thank you so much!!!

[@AtCharlottesHouse]

You’re welcome!

[@TheEndRange]

Love the final result

Glass knobs are a great choice!

[@thebeard56]

LOVE the results!!

[@KojoAsboat]

I have and would never understand why anyone would paint wood With different colours to make it look different what it is originally meant to be. Glad people are realising and getting back to the original mode

[@jdee4956]

Wow! Beautiful! I think the only reason to paint wood is if it is a cheap item or it is a final solution. I have painted wooden furniture myself. But, goodness, if you have a lovely piece of wood, just let it shine!

[@legacyhome1780]

This piece is gorgeous! About to start my first wood painting projects an I'm a little nervous. It's good to know not everything will necessarily be perfect. It is a learning process.