Streak free & no brushstrokes!! PAINTING FURNITURE BLACK - In depth, detailed furniture flip

[@yvettewallus119]

I just can't understand how people get on here and comment on what you should've done. There are a million ways to skin a cat. We see your finished products and they always look fantastic. You do you, girl!

[@maryjflanagan1922]

Yes, indeed! These people are crazy about sitting back telling other people how to fix something that is done just fine. My daddy taught me how to paint and I wouldn't dare criticize someone else's techniques if the finished product actually looks perfect.

[@green5sing]

@yvettewallus 👏 Amen 💗

[@littlecupcakespuppies]

umm can we please not say the skin a cat cliche anymore? yuck.

[@kaipokine97]

Would’ve should’ve could’ve haters 😜you did a great 👍 job

[@SusanLilian100]

Never skin a cat 😳🤣

[@Liz-jp9ro]

Love the work and color. I have a dresser like that and now I know what I’m going to do. Thanks! 👍 😊

[@bede32]

Love that. I’ve got a set of drawers just like that right down to the brass handles. It’s been banished to the barn because it looks so old fashioned. Would never have thought of trying to modernise it but I’m going to try and copy your method. I’ll be happy if I get it looking half as good as the end result you got. Thanks.

[@TEAMPHY6]

Looks amazing after transforming it

[@carobp3575]

It's beautiful! Will try it in my breakfront

[@chandanapherwani6073]

Such a lovely video . Thanks

[@me-xp4rb]

Have you noticed if, when using expensive paint, you still prefer to use the roller still? I'm curious if expensive paints self level noticeably more. Thanks for your time! Wonderful channel 🥰

[@angelah1622]

Lovely 😍 I am going to try this

[@jonesfamilyvrgames5777]

Great video! Thank you for sharing❤

[@Iam_Mrs.Evans3]

I painted my bathroom cabinet mat black, and when I got to the doors, I decided to put the top coat on one door only, so I could figure out a non-streaking technique. I Used a brush and streaks are there! So I never top coated the remaining doors or cabinet (vanity) it self. I have one streaky door 😮 this video gave me courage and restored my hope for top coating the remaining pieces and not worrying about damage when wiping or cleaning them off! THANK YOU!!! Now if only I can figure out how to fix this one streaky door? Any suggestions? Or do I start from scratch? Sanding it down and repainting ? Thank you again

[@camillecastillo4199]

Love this technique and your presentation is clear and thorough. Seems as though you're enjoying what you do. I am so motivated that I hope to update a dark stained 80s bathroom vanity. Question: Is your technique advised for painting a light color over dark stain? Good luck with "your thrifting" and recycling beautiful furniture to be enjoyed.

[@marylagro6717]

I tried my hand at doing a marble finish on a table top. I primed it first thinking I was doing the right thing. The primer left brush streaks and I thought oh well I can paint over that and it will not show. Two coats of paint later along with my marbling that darn thing still shows those brush marks. Will I need to sand down the entire thing and start all over? I am so glad tolerant about SW Ovation paint. Thank you!

[@p9782]

So awesome THANK YOU!

[@SJG-96]

That’s a great results. Would it work as well for “ Fire Red” high gloss paint?

[@carolyndavis2274]

Beautiful!

[@GlamGail]

Did I miss the name of the paint 🤦🏽‍♀️😂awesome job 💕

[@TiffinyTaylor]

May I ask how many coats of polyurethane you normally use?

[@RitaSantos-td7jg]

I think you should charge more money as others are doing , to account for the labor being at least twice as much than what you paid for it. Awesome work!

[@KLartrandM]

Wow , my local goodwill would sell that from $29 - $49

[@Vulcan5911]

I have been in the residential, commercial & industrial construction trades including painting for 35 years. I have had my own restoration company for 8 of those years mainly as far as painting doing residential. I don't own a sprayer and never have sprayed except out of a spray can. I am a brush & roll guy and that's the way I like it. I personally don't like that so called "Factory" finish. It looks fake to me and looks like a robot did it instead of someone's hands. I like craftsmanship. When I look at something that has been built or even painted I want to see the detail of knowing someone spent the time with their hands and know-how along with their experienced craftsmanship in building something and not looking at it thinking it was put together in a factory and had that fake factory look and feel to it. What you did here was absolutely beautiful, and you did it without a sprayer. Keep up the good work. You are amazing!

[@mariamidura3089]

Could you use enamel with this method and skip the poly?

[@kayschave7765]

If you have a large surface to cover and don’t want your paint drying out on you, mix a little Floetrol in your paint. It gives you more work time!

[@freethinking8749]

It looks so professional. Thanks for taking the time to explain and show your process in detail. Subscribed

[@boujeeonabudget2477]

Omg love this video and made me laugh too good job😂 reinspired to try my furniture flip thank you!!!

[@-ZIO]

Ive been a wood worker for more than 30 years. I have made it all, hutch, dresser, tables of all size/style, wood turning pepper mills, bowls, picture frames.... Finishing was among my least favorite parts of the job mostly because I hate spraying. This video gives me a few really good ideas that I dont really hate. And the pulls you chose work very well. Nice job. subed.

[@AMYV3]

Im soooo jealous. Good for you. I’d love love love to work with wood and have a real talent for it. my grandfather was a blind carpenter he reminds me of yoda 🤷🏼‍♀️🤭🤣. I’d love to see your work :). I wish I could have gotten his tools when he passed to remember him and to learn. But I’m in Canada and he was in the states. Huge machines lol

[@jmc-xp6ml]

Maybe you can tell me. Why does the black paint without first sanding the dresser?

[@-ZIO]

@@jmc-xp6ml she did sand the dresser. Enough to allow adhesion of new paint

[@albertwong675]

Excellent clip….your narrations at the right seed, cheerful & positive tone, all relevant remarks, no funky loud background music….all leading your viewers to feel the same as you while working on the project (I.e., fun, enjoyable, confident of the outcome). Keep sharing your good work! 👍

[@gigig2492]

I have that exact chest of drawers. I paid a whole lot more than $80 for it 25 years ago. You’ve inspired me to bring it up to date. Thank you!

[@BreezeofBliss]

Yeah, my parents have that same chest of drawers, dresser, and matching bed set from the 1990's. That was the style back then. It's beautiful solid wood furniture.

[@michaelschwenner2709]

You always need primer

[@michaelschwenner2709]

and take the drawers, so what’s the matter with you paint them separately. Short cuts are fast and sloppy.

[@musicislife4527]

25 years in the paint business ... used to be you always needed a primer, not now. Primers are optional on most finishes and primers are usually to solve substrate problems or color blocking.@@michaelschwenner2709

[@me4654]

​@@michaelschwenner2709if you can't say something nice, say nothing at all!

[@reneejenkins2906]

You have to have negative comments, they are inevitable. It doesn’t mean you don’t know what your doing. It just means you can’t please everyone. I can’t wait to try painting furniture for the first time I like your technique. Keep doing what you do.

[@nicolesheehan1298]

Thank you so much for sharing all the gritty details with us-it’s SO helpful to absolutely newbies like me 🙏🏻❤️

[@kimj4383]

A tip I just saw on a video-I tried it out and it worked! Place a thin nylon knee high or one of the booties they have for trying on shoes, over a foam brush-pull snug. Brush on acrylic topcoat. For some reason the nylon stops the bubbles created when using polyacrylic. It was a very smooth finish.

[@YT-Viewer]

Were you able to try this procedure out?

[@kimj4383]

@@YT-Viewer Yes and it works great. Always do this now when applying poly acrylic.

[@YT-Viewer]

@@kimj4383 How do you attach it so it still rolls? To you tie at at the end of the roller insert area?

[@kimj4383]

I didn’t use a roller. I used a flat foam brush and attached it with a twist tie or rubber band.

[@jamesphee5184]

Nice work! There is a subtle tip I can give you. When using a finish nap finish in one direction only because a nap will leave two different finishes depending on what way you roll it

[@boondoggled1]

Thank you good to know ❤

[@hamb7260]

foam brush WON'T do it. I have been painting for a long time and used all kinds of foam brushes and they all leave marks (won't be silky smooth). This can ONLY be accomplished two ways; one with adding plaint conditioner like Flood or professional sprayers. All other methods WILL leave foam and brush marks.

[@northerngirl4666]

You aren’t doing it right then. I have always used this technique and it is brilliant!

[@roxy4158]

Started on my "brown 60's" dining set in March 2021. Took months off between May and October 2021 because of my large garden. Finished everything before Christmas including white denim sofa and love seat sofa!!!! Everything turned out over the top amazing!!!! Finish is metellic white pearl!!! I have total 6 chairs with seats in textured grey pearl leather!!! You would be proud of me. 77 years young this August 2022!! I thank you abundantly for the inspiration ❤ God bless Mississauga Ontario Canada

[@blacksheephouse]

I am proud!! Sounds beautiful 😍

[@cassiejenn]

Roxy I AM PROUD OF YOU. I hope if I'm alive at that age I too am still gardening and doing things around my house

[@roxy4158]

@@cassiejenn I very much needed your message this morning. I'm in a constant state of grief for my husband who died September 2019. We were together for almost 60 years since i was only 15. The circumstances of death were difficult since it was due to multiple medical errors. The suffering of 5 years with brain damage is horrific. I try to keep my chin up and keep busy but those gerbils in my head are spinning every waking minute. Life is a difficult cross to carry but it goes on regardless. My garden is waking up to renewed life and i must do the same. Many blessings of good health and joy to you. Happiness is what I'm searching for in life nothing else matters. You have blessed me today and touched my heart ❤

[@cassiejenn]

@@roxy4158 although it's not the same as what you're describing, when I went through my divorce we also had a blizzard. We received 3 ft of snow. Power out in our part of the state for weeks. I had 10 yr old, no power and when it started to warm just a little water lines burst. All my plants froze EXCEPT one. It was a tropical plant and shouldn't have survived but did. One leaf. I was just devastated from everything happening at one time. I saw that plant with one leaf and I said if it can fight to survive so can I. It lived with 1 leaf for a YEAR as my divorce final, I had new place for my daughter and I. New job, graduated college. One day a little past that 1 yr. I went to water and it was dead. I still tell everyone. It did what it was supposed to do. Helped me keep fighting until worst was over

[@roxy4158]

@@cassiejenn I'm privileged that you are sharing your struggles and challenges and your victories ❤ This is life, a mix of mountain tops and valleys, light and darkness. I'm finally walking in light since I've forgiven myself for my errors of the past. I was burdened and carrying guilt and regret but forgiving self changed my life. We are learning lessons each day and we become wiser and learn more because of our most difficult challenges. It's amazing what that single leaf taught you ❤ You are an amazing extraordinary woman! Look in the mirror, smile and give yourself high five!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤

[@charlesclifton1006]

I really want to thank you for this. I have little to no experience painting furniture and have a project in mind that involves obtaining and matching paints to existing items. I had no idea how to do this but after watching this video and then checking local SW retailers I have discovered that everything I need is right here. You put a lot of work into producing this and I truly thank you.

[@fulleroxendine508]

I am a second generation professional painter with 38 years experience. We have specialized in high quality painting finishes only. First and foremost you doing a great job but if you want to take it to another level of quality With just a few more simple tips. First of all the product that you are using is a water-based paint. All acrylics are water-based paint. Therefore you can use water to thin it. The majority of your high quality professional coatings (this excludes all of your home improvement store paints including bear)are made to thin to the user's specifications. They are not made to use straight out of the can. It is the biggest number one mistake that homeowners and amateurs make is to apply the professional product straight out of the can it is too thick. Therefore leaving brush marks. if you add a cup of water to a gallon to start with And stir thoroughly. The paint will lay down to a smooth finish without brush marks, and dry to look just like it was sprayed. Unfortunately the finish on the dresser in the video is nowhere near smooth. It has a rough texture due to the roller stimple that the roller left behind. If you simply take a high quality prudy nylon/ polyester brush with medium firmness, and long stroke the brush across the surface Immediately after rolling it will be a extremely smooth when dry, and look like it was sprayed and no one will believe that you brushed it. 🙂

[@blacksheephouse]

Thanks! It’s super smooth to me 🖤 and I’ve sprayed many times so I know what smooth looks like. In the close ups I was showing wet paint so it may have looked bumpy but once it dries down I’m telling you, it’s really smooth. I have had trouble with streaks when I add water or floetral to my blacks when I brush or roll but maybe I’m doing something wrong there bc I don’t have that same problem when I spray. I’ll give your technique a try and I’m sure I’ll make a video if it goes well!

[@seriejohnson698]

Will be trying exactly what you said.

[@seriejohnson698]

So you don’t need to then Behr from Home Depot?

[@vickigonya9432]

I've been refinishing cabinets for 15 years and I LOVE your technique, explanation, calm voice, close up pics, and tips. This is my favorite one so far!!! Chippy, distressed, is not my style. Love this 😀 Idea fir another that will go in a baby room, kids room is to add shelves on the side with a bar across the front for books, doing that for my grandson dur in June and has a small room. Thank you 😊

[@kimberlywilson5982]

Love this Shannon! I've had bad experiences with chalk paint and have been so nervous to use those. Expensive oops paints without priming. You gave me some courage to try it this time and save myself unneeded work

[@Smilemaker4u]

OMGGGGG....That chest went from colonial to modern in a flash! AWESOME! You have just given me the confidence to refinish my dining table in black. Thank you. 😊

[@ITSTHISEASY]

Take a 5 in One and use the curved edge to scrape the paint off the roller when needed into your container. That’s what that curved edge was made for. I love your videos and am starting to do furniture and since you share I wanted to as well. 😊🤙🏻

[@trappedinroom1014]

Love that you’re normal and just used your sleeve as a duster like we all do. 😁👍🏻

[@Jennifer_Lewis_Beach_Living]

My mother has that same exact dresser. You got that dresser at a BARGAIN at $80 for a solid wood dresser. She paid $800 in the 1990s for that dresser. Anyway, I like what you did with the dresser. You gave it a modern look and a second life without breaking it apart. What’s nice is if that original style (Colonial) gets back in vogue, it’s easy to strip and refinish and put the original hardware back on the drawers.

[@dmjh932]

I would suggest using Floetrol additive to the paint. Helps with flow otu and brush marks. I use it when spraying acrylic latex paint for kitchen cabinets. Sherwin Williams s the best. Everybody is painting everything and calling it finishing. Real wood finishing takes skill. I did it for a living for years. One day another generation will be stripping all this paint off of this wood. Painting furniture was popular in the 1920s. We were stripping it off of antiques in the 1960s and 70s.

[@csimet]

Nice tips. I've always primed my jobs that will be pained a light color and recently switched to Zinsser BIN shellac based primer. The stuff sticks to everything, hides the stain bleed through and goes on very thin. Two coats, a very light sanding (remove any bumps) and then top coat is all you need.

[@quicheitsimple]

Beautiful work and fantastic tips. I can't wait for my first furniture paint project! Thank you!

[@trinity7964]

That looks absolutely beautiful. Definitely going to try it with a plant stand. Thinking, starting out small will give me a bit of encouragement to finish the remaining pieces in my guest room. ❤

[@aimeematlock8664]

Doing same!

[@JodineBasterash]

I've been watching videos all morning to learn how to paint my granddaughters wood bed frames and the correct supplies to get. I have to say, this was by far the BEST video I have seen!!!! GREAT JOB! Love the finished look!

[@YouCouldNever.]

As a painter, I'm sorry, but this won't last. I'll forgive the brush. I'll even forgive the roller.....but what's disturbing is you not only skipped priming, but you painted directly over the glossy pre existing finish. To the naked eye, sure, this looks ok. But if you're selling it you should be able to stand behind your work long term.

[@MrJohnchapa]

So then as a expert what do you recommend doing and which paint to use? To get this black look

[@debkumpula9524]

What an inspiring video! I have this exact same dresser and wanted to upgrade its look. Thank you for all your advice. I’m a novice and find this so helpful! Thank you.

[@brownstarized]

Beautiful piece. It was nice before, but with the black paint and wooden knobs, you made it look like a masterpiece.!!

[@georgiarelman]

If that’s an original piece, not a knock off, it’s worth over $30,000.- 😢

[@katied8324]

What a great video! I really appreciated your detailed information. When I looked at your first picture in the video, I thought it looked like the paint was sprayed on. I was amazed that it was brushed on (and rolled). Thank you!

[@debbisilvestri5686]

Thank you so much for sharing your talent and spending your time on creating these enormously helpful videos! So, 3 cheers to you!!! I’m so thankful for this diy video! A coffee table that I was getting ready to trash, I am now going to try to resurrect! Quick question: Do you wait very long before applying the second coat? Thank you so much for your help👏👌👍😘

[@austinjohansen7970]

Amazing. Thank you so much for sharing. I love how you walked through every step and great commentary along the way.

[@jjdicarloutube]

Question: How long do you wait between coats before applying a new one? Does this paint dry fairly quickly? This was an amazing tutorial!!!

[@blacksheephouse]

It dries pretty quick so by the time you get to the last part it’s nearly time to start the next coat

[@tjemerson7447]

Now I know why you start with drawers…. By the time to get in between them they are dry! 👍🏼

[@jessicabixler1658]

This is great! I just did a black dresser with chalk paint. I used a sprayer and mixed paint in with the clear coat. I ended up spraying the clear coat three times to get a finish I liked. This seems more manageable!

[@straceshow3212]

This is an excellent presentation. I have never done furniture painting before but after watching this I am definitely going to try it. Thanks for all the detail and good explanation, everything you need to do the job!

[@MrsJax304]

I watch because you are so different and talented. I like the way you teach. You’re absolutely amazing. 🌈🖖🏽💕

[@blacksheephouse]

❤️

[@RickyJBridge]

This was soooooo goooood!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I’m feeling inspired - Also, I love the way you narrate, super easy to listen to!

[@thatgirlrobbie2695]

Girl look...I was going Farmhouse decor Until I saw your black chest.. You've helped me make my mind up. I'm going Black! This turned out Beautifully and I don't care how you got there..The finished project was the bomb!!! Thanks for sharing!♥️

[@blacksheephouse]

Black furniture is so sophisticated and down to earth all at the same time, and so timeless!! Glad I persuaded you! Also check out my pottery barn “wood” finishes, they pair nicely with black furniture in a room ❤️

[@siviaiz11]

OH MY GOODNESS, SO GLAD I FOUND THIS VIDEO! I literally work out in the field all the time, and never have time to do those 'projects I'd like to get done’ things done. I have so many of those I'm keeping that for a project items around, that now those project ideas and items have gone from days to years. Yet the furniture remains the same, Led Zep pun ha-ha. But for me, it's true, the items do remain, like in my garage, just collecting and waiting. THEN, some free time comes. A couple days off, a vacation, etc., and my 'now I can get it done thinking' begins. So I start my research, and before you know it, I end up exhausted watching too many videos, seeing too much info, on 'best this' or 'best that', AND before you know it, I've spent MORE TIME researching, even purchasing materials to do these projects, and I don't get anything done, and the time keeps slipping away. It's like it takes MORE time to find the BEST way for yourself & what works for you, than ACTUALLY getting the project completed. You spent roughly 4 hours time on getting this piece done and for that I say wow, incredible! The piece looks well done, beautiful and gorgeous! I wish I could get back a lot more hours than that of my time done on researching how to paint furniture. So, now it’s September 2022, and I’m googling again. From search terms like black stain, to can I turn any furniture piece black, to quickest way to paint furniture black. And then I find your precious gem, pearl of wisdom video in KZbin by searching black stain no sanding bedroom furniture. HIP, HIP HOORAY! YOU and this easy to follow video have inspired me, once again ha-ha, with a sense of renewal, vigor & determination to get these much overdue projects done once and for all. Thank you so much for putting this awesome information out there. You are a blessing. PS - I too have chalk painted, one time - my bed. It came out gorgeous - high dollar looking, lots of compliments, etc., but man it was a process, and lots of cleanup afterwards too.

[@myravandyke2531]

I’ve decided to paint my bedroom furniture and been watching lots of instructional videos. Yours is the best so far. I also love that you use the sleeve of your sweatshirt to wipe things off - I do that all the time 😀😀😀. You have inspired me. ❤. Wish me luck.

[@anthonyshurburn7560]

This is beautiful. You did a great job.

[@busyme4]

“Tall dark and handsome!!” 🔥😂 I love it!! Gotta try that paint, love your brush in mouth, and cleaning sleeves method 🙌

[@blacksheephouse]

We are the same 😂

[@donnat3958]

I'm glad I found your channel. I've been paying$25-$35 quart for Heirloom Paint Traditions and I'm going broke lol! I learned from your other video how they make it! And learning how to properly paint furniture! Thank you!

[@christylee6790]

Same. I'm using HTP. I do love it but it is expensive. I only buy it on sale.

[@janicebrowningaquino792]

You are one of two women I will watch painting furniture! Your tutorial is EXCELLENT! I am rather old fashioned and I prefer original finish but your talent is very obvious and I appreciate not only your skill but your teaching and sharing technique! WONDERFUL channel!!!🙂

[@jawidkhan7028]

HELP PLEASE. I'm painting an old hutch for my mom and ive been struggling with how its coming out. I spent hours on the prep work and sanded every inch and removed the drawers and hard ware. Im using bher Dynasty paint and i started using a paint pad becuase thats what the worker at home depot recommended but it was awful. it was leaving so many streaks and all the little hairs were coming off and sticking into the paint. I then went to sherwin williams i bought purdy woven roller but its also leaving texture. im planning on lightly sanding it with a high grit and paper to get rid of texture. what would you recommend? should i go out and purchase a foam roller? what top coat should i use?

[@blacksheephouse]

Oh gosh, that sounds terrible! If I was you I would switch over to the brush on and then roll method that I use in this video. I really like the foam roller from lowes called Whizz for cabinets and doors. If bubbles show up as you go just gently go over the whole section again w/o paint.

[@anno_mundi]

Finally someone is using a roller! I've always painted this way and I was so confused to see that no one is doing this 👍

[@gwentownsend2095]

Very nice job! I love your technique!

[@Bella_does_edits]

I love my sprayer, BUT it's so cold here now and so hard to spray in that type of weather, so I am doing a lot of dressers in my living room. Gonna try this method out! Looks great!

[@blacksheephouse]

I’ve updated my process a bit, and now recommend Valspar Furniture and cabinet enamel - the video for the new improved way is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5Tbq6Fre5p7iK8

[@javinho9459]

Are the HGTV Ovation and Clear Top Coat safe for baby furniture like cribs?

[@blacksheephouse]

@@javinho9459 I really can’t say, but I can say that earth safe finishes is non toxic and is great paint! Www.earthsafefinishes.com

[@herrerafavi]

I am an amateur painter that is just starting to do house projects and need someone to learn from…You are SERIOUSLY my FAVORITE person to learn from! I can’t tell you how grateful I am for your videos… please keep them rolling! I will be watching all of them!

[@ericawilliams18]

Thank you so much bc I want to start so badly and don’t know which paints to trust ! Yeah everyone say you can just paint over BUT, paint is not cheap ! Please continue to make videos of true beginners !

[@tjemerson7447]

Just finished my first dresser makeover! Followed the instructions carefully and LOVE ❤️ the results! I started with a reddish dresser from Wayfair that just never looked right in my room; now it’s fabulous in black!!!!

[@tjemerson7447]

Oh and I watched the video at least 10 times to really understand the technique.

[@AMYV3]

@@tjemerson7447 lol you sound like me I own a painting company. But i don’t do as much furniture more walls trim ceilings lol.

[@Tlwstg17]

What a very informative video. Just what I needed. Your finished product is just a total knockout! Job well done! I'd buy it!

[@fominaya24]

You're my painting soulmate. Using a sleeve is just what i want to see and what I'm capable of. I did buy a bag of foam brushes and feel fancy.

[@janicesnapp2850]

So excited ~ I just bought Ovation Plus satin Caviar Paint! Gonna paint that dresser now with your painting method!!!

[@michaelrobinson9643]

A tip for straining your roller - make a strong metal wire ring on the end of a handle and then pull down the roller to get the paint out. saves wasting paint rolling it out.

[@phillamoore157]

Absolutely outstanding. 99% of the people out there, including so-called “professional” finishers won’t be able to tell either. It takes less time, and less cleanup to paint the way you’re painting, than to use a spray gun. I own one, and there’s a time/place for it. GREAT video, thank you for sharing. That color is spectacular! 👍

[@ruthsalinas9479]

Hello! Is this a good option for a highly used dining table?

[@blacksheephouse]

No, the best paint for a dining table is oil based or oil enriched, for water based you could use Deco Art satin enamel. It’s more expensive but very durable against daily cleaning and silverware 🍴 scratches 🖤

[@jennyjumpjump]

I was surprised when I saw your top-coat method because I do my top-coat exactly like you do! With the foam roller wiping it down. The only thing I do differently is I get the roller damp first and thin down the poly just a bit. Whenever the topcoat starts feeling "sticky or "grippy" like if you can feel the roller dragging on the surface, I go and rinse off the roller again. I don't press hard, I just skim smoothly over the surface. It should be easy because of the damp roller and thinning down the poly increases the viscosity. It should feel a bit slippery going on. I apply it in thin coats and sand with a super-fine sandpaper in between. After the 2nd coat! Before that, you run the risk of sanding through to the paint layer. I've used this technique of cabinet doors and I'm able to build up really thick durable smooth finishes that look professionally finished.

[@jenniferfevrier9997]

A couple of questions: 1. Rollers always leave a slight pock marks. Is that just how it's going to be? 2. Also, do you sand and tack cloth in-between coats? 3. How long to dry in between and before using the piece? I did a dresser Im using in my foyer, used the same Varathane sealer and it doesn't seem to be very protective. Thank you :)

[@happilyG]

I think I’m going to try doing my old dresser I have one almost identical. This looks beautiful. 😍

[@carolbruno209]

Lm

[@kathleenmzalomski1714]

17:43 I own this same bedroom set. You have given me courage to do a makeover on my set. ❤❤

[@akdm5860]

Beautiful! I’m about to buy a dresser that looks almost identical to that one and your painting tips will really help.

[@papatubez3062]

So if you followed this video and painted your dresser tell us what it looks like now one year later after not using a primer

[@cassieberg3058]

Omfgggg I loved listening to you!!! So funny! Cello adhd’er over here, followed right along with you 🤗😂😘. Subscribed!!

[@deedeechant9792]

OMG I have the same dresser and I cannot go into 2023 looking at it. Beautiful work! I feel so overwhelmed but I want to start this process.

[@AMATEURDECORATINGLIKEAPRO]

This is beautiful!

[@lizzyr-c2708]

Thank you so much! I thought there was something wrong with me because I really do not like chalk paint! Your dresser is beautiful and I have saved this video to reference when I am painting. Thanks again😍

[@kellymendes1502]

Boa noite. Estou vendo agora. Sou a Kelly Mendes ARTESÃ e MARCENEIRA tbm reformo e pinto. de Pentecoste. Ce. Brasil . Essa tinta e a base d'água ou solvente. Lindo seus trabalhos.

[@noreenwashington984]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. You really did a beautiful job. You’ve inspired me to get working on a sideboard that I’ve wanted to paint for years. Keep up the good work. 👍

[@joigreene6370]

I'm debating on painting a sideboard too

[@stephaniehendershot2854]

Did you guys do it?? Just started my sideboard based off the video!

[@paulf0x]

What a great video! Thank you for sharing your techniques. Very informative!

[@6821hominy]

Great video- Question- I am doing a credenza in black chalk paint. The roller and and or or brush may have had some water still in it. I DO have some STREAKS. WHAT SHALL I DO NOW? I DO I GO OVER THE STREAKS WITH A LITTLE MORE PAINT? I Or SHOULD I DO SANDING WITH A FINE GRIT? want to finish this piece today. Any advice please! Thank you!

[@AlejandroMendoza-so1pd]

I used your caviar paint recommendation. I painted a 1969 Magnavox. It came out incredible. Gracias. I wish I could send you the pics.

[@marabethwilliams]

You’re awesome and personable! Thank you for the tips/ I painted my large pedestal table black yesterday with oil based paint, it’s cracked and full of fibers. I’m redoing it now using your method. I need to find your video on patching .

[@GanGster_Gato]

Showed up in my feed last night. I'm glad I saved your video. This looks fabulous. I'm definitely going to sub. Would this paint work on those cheapy stock Home Depot cabinets?

[@roxannemitchell449]

Ignore the hate comments - this is a great task of painting - LOVE IT

[@williamhodgson1428]

Looks great I’m so impressed and inspired. I doubt I could get the brands of paint/ sealer in the UK. Can you advise what type of paint they are, I know they aren’t chalk paint, something I’m not particularly keen on myself. Many thanks.

[@sandraleigh4023]

I'm sorry. It's "by accident" -- I discovered this BY accident, meaning 'through an accident'. I know people don't want Grammar Police, but like "would of" instead of "would HAVE" it's bugging me beyond silence. Beautiful job by the way!!!

[@ahniyahpowell347]

❤❤❤❤Thank you so very much I like the fact you explain everything and you are doing such an Amazing Job. 100%

[@redinarasha3229]

Don't get me wrong. You are great on what you do, and I really like even how the furniture looks. But Please.. Please, don't call those gorgeous handles ugly and old.!!

[@arathaemaxus5250]

When did people start saying “on accident”? I’ve heard this half a dozen times in the last few months. Anyone remember people saying “by accident”?

[@patriciadaugherty8323]

This is exactly the video I have been looking for. Thank you so much!