Can We Save It?! Chalk Paint Wardrobe Makeover

[@katew8982]

Wow. I just can’t get over the audacity of some people. What ever happened to, “If you can’t say something nice, say nothing at all”? Life would be pretty boring if we all shared the same tastes. And, remember, sometimes we have customers who want a finish that we might not favor, ourselves. It’s good to step outside your comfort zone and explore other finishes and colors. And, you made it clear this was your intention. I am so sorry there are so many miserable people out there who find joy in criticizing others. I thought you did a great job trying new techniques to bring life to a piece that most would not attempt to salvage.

[@BrickHouseVintageDIY]

Appreciate the comment and encouragement, Kate! 😊 The comments come with the territory, for better or worse. Furniture refinishing/painting is VERY polarizing. We just try to focus on what we can sell locally, for good profit, while still pushing ourselves out of our comfort zone once in a while and try new things. I think some people don't realize that different styles sell different depending on area, but also the fact that furniture has been painted for thousands of years and was once a symbol of high society status. It's OK though, we've grown some thick skin and have to just remind ourselves that for every one nasty comment there are thousand more that either "like" or watch with no comment. So we keep things in perspective! 😊 -Ethan and Heather

[@barbaragrace1992]

You could use the tiniest amount of gold wax to highlight on the moulding as well as the lovely design on the doors.

[@kellynichols3124]

So much character, didn’t know if I would like the outcome .. but it’s amazing! First time I watched your videos, I’ll be back again!

[@BrickHouseVintageDIY]

Thank you so much ❤ - Heather

[@heathergreen6394]

You totally read my mind that wonderful color needed the white and I wish I could buy this peace

[@mariom7949]

Piece not Peace

[@lynnblack6493]

Tricky, tricky, tricky! Always wondered about chipped veneer. Very well disguised!

[@conniefortner8750]

I think you did the best job you could with the piece you had. Nice job.

[@jmparsons7331]

I don't comment often on yt videos, but that truthfully turned out beautiful! 1st time watching your channel, I had to subscribe after seeing your talent, of turning a "sows ear" into a "silk purse "...quite impressive 👏 👌 😀 👍.

[@BrickHouseVintageDIY]

Thank you, and so glad you enjoyed it! This piece was very polarizing, either people loved it or they absolutely hated it! 😂

[@kathyk479]

I'm not usually for painting wood. But you made it usable again and saved it from the dump! Looks good!

[@tiffanysmallen3704]

Very creative. I love it. Looks a lot better than the before. Nice save from the dump.

[@sharilambeth9062]

Love this piece. Using textured paint to unify the different wood grains is a stroke of genius!

[@danamakesit4623]

So so glad you did the dry brush at the end.

[@marciakessler1911]

A great example of when you have lemons, make lemon bars for dessert! You saved it from the land fill, the sea salt evens out imperfections and the dry brush adds the ethereal quality it deserved! Well done from a new viewer!!

[@BrickHouseVintageDIY]

Thank you ❤

[@ThrifterPicker]

I’ve had to use that texture before to cover up some bad pieces. It’s not so bad when people know you did it purposely. The white looks really good on it. Looks like clouds.

[@angelgirl8544]

Wow. What an improvement. I love it!!!

[@reneahughes2662]

Very nicely done. It was in pretty sad shape when you got it. Your repairs and paint are awesome!

[@celebrationelevation]

I think you clearly stated that you were trying something new and you didn’t even know, yourself, if you’d like it. That’s the fun part of watching someone else on a video like this, because you can watch someone else using products or techniques and then decide if you would like to try it yourself. Nice video! :)

[@danshep69]

That was a lot of work and you have done a great job, the textured paint is very forgiving. It was a great way to hide many rough spots.

[@ricjamil3073]

Looks great. I like the touch of white at the end.

[@wendy833]

I think it came out awesome. I love the front legs.

[@thedancedst1667]

I have the same piece and same problem thanks for the help with what to do with mine.

[@alviencelamb5334]

What a great job love the finished project.

[@veronicarong3380]

I love it!!

[@theicequeen4076]

Honestly, I find the piece beautiful. I'd proudly put t in my house. It would make a very nice jewelry cabinet for me. Well, that's what I'd use it for. I just love it!

[@DecFirefly1210]

Fantastic makeover...

[@hilltop9098]

It needed that white powdery coat, lovely work ❤️🇬🇧

[@kimberlydrake8654]

I think you you did a great job! Lots of work put into it and I’m sure it shows..... trying new things makes things interesting....mean people suck..head up...thank you for sharing 😊kim

[@annedoucette7331]

Looks great! Color and texture is great!

[@deborahschipper1520]

It is stunning! I have not used this texture on dressers because the pieces are used frequently. As a piece of decoration, it would be fine! Well done!

[@robynwilliams766]

What a great rescue!!!! You two did a great job. Love the color along with the texture. The dry brushing was perfect. Beautifully done.❤️

[@BrickHouseVintageDIY]

Thank you ❤ -Heather

[@livingcreatively1]

This is gorgeous. You did a great job bringing it back to life.

[@valerieray9115]

I was very impressed with how you transformed this beauty! You've inspired me to take on a similar project of my own. Thanks soo much!

[@christinewyatt234]

thats lovely

[@debraneria4242]

Came out sooo pretty...great job guys👍🥰

[@PaintingandExercise]

I think that you both did a great job rescuing this piece. I do love the white dry brushing. It adds some depth and character to it. It is not my style but sometimes you have to go where the furniture takes you. Good job.

[@kayhenry6293]

I’m learning to like the texture of products like sea spray, at least on certain pieces. Love the color! You two did an excellent job on this.

[@Katherine-ep3ms]

Wow I was super worried but it turned out gorgeous!!!! Love the added white color at the end. Beautiful work! I may have to try this out!!

[@debrabell2604]

It's nice very differant finish one of a kind vintage look 😊

[@lyndseybeaumont7301]

Love it.

[@peggycomer1]

I did the same thing to my gentlemans cabinet and love the results.

[@denisegilliam842]

Really great job! I’m a new subscriber!

[@christinetremblay2353]

Beautiful piece, Bravo !

[@christinebrock3854]

Wow, first video of yours that I've watched, so I don't know what your normal style is, but I'm shocked at these rude comments. I follow alot of furniture artists who use the sea spray and do the old world style, and I happen to love it. Actually, alot of people love it. I think you did a good job with a really damaged piece and used techniques that are great for that situation.

[@BrickHouseVintageDIY]

Thank you... I appreciate that ❤ - Heather

[@ampa4989]

No

[@martinebangs6520]

Hi guys, new to your channel, I saw it on the sidebar, YT promoting it maybe...This is definitely an ugly duckling to a swan story, I love all the elements you've done to this piece, it's beautiful, dry brushing brought out the details....watching from Ontario, Canada.....Take care....stay safe...

[@bluecurlygirl]

Beautiful. Well done

[@joyridd9057]

It’s lovely.

[@magpiesmith971]

Very pretty. It would look good in a little girl’s room ❤️

[@susanolds8097]

Fabulous love this ❤️❤️👍 X

[@mariamasini7211]

It came out gorgeous

[@gthang1213]

It turned out really beautiful but those lines on the doors could it be penciled in with a small brush maybe in gold?

[@jamiahwillis4557]

I never knew they had texture for furniture paint! Very interesting and the color turned out really well. It's amazing that you transformed this into something usable and lovely!

[@BrickHouseVintageDIY]

Thank you ❤

[@_JanetLouise]

ambitious - good save - attractive and functional - thanks for sharing your learning experience - my lesson: when finishing ..... layer, layer, layer ....

[@anno_mundi]

I can really imagining using the sea spray on an industrial piece 😁

[@lindacarden9698]

Great save…I love the texture, the colors and the distressing….you gave it the life it needed…love your channel

[@juliefarraway5016]

The beautiful detail on the front doors I mean was

[@lauralascano7769]

Beautiful!! 👏👏👏🇦🇷

[@deanledford5661]

Fantastic job guys !

[@mahindrarai7660]

You both did a good job great 👍

[@markstrahl5399]

Nice save from the landfill. Great makeup of this old gal. You were right to much do anything more to this piece. Did you sell it ? I am just curious.

[@BrickHouseVintageDIY]

Yes, it sold! 😉

[@violethoffermobilehomemove9189]

I have one exactly like it, but in a lot better shape. Just a tiny but of veneer missing. It's a good solid sound piece. It looks great what you did with yours.

[@NeiveVeve]

I love everything about the choices you made on this dresser. This technique is very popular. I am surprised at how the people making comments aren't familiar with sea spray. You said this isn't your usual style so most of your subscribers are used to a certain style, I guess. Good for you for thinking outside the box. I love it and armoires are making a comeback they have been for a couple of years. They are literally all over pinterest and IG.

[@BrickHouseVintageDIY]

Thank you ❤❤❤

[@amandapittar9398]

I love this video! I also love the speed you work at (lol) …. You made a beautiful job of the wardrobe. The colour was inspired. Would you ever spray paint the item? I have glued lovely fabric or felt to the inside to furniture instead of painting. A French toile would have looked good too. You certainly made a Silk Purse out of a Sows Ear! Thank you for a fantastic inspiring video 🌟🌸☺️🌟🌸

[@mitzicherry7544]

Beautiful, love it

[@Gigisdarlins]

Looks great. I love the texture. Was wondering at first but the end result is fabulous!

[@African.Diaspora.InLondonUK]

It's a nice wardrobe. More sanding, I dont like colour, but, I dont have to live with it!

[@zanebergmane4326]

This is really cute. Some gilding would be even more improvement. And don’t listen to texture haters- they can go and buy their smooth characterless IKEA pieces or other over the counter crap. People need to understand that tastes are different and if you have nothing good to say, better say nothing at all.

[@stacy18]

Looks alot better now .👍

[@suzanneribas3746]

Not crazy about the effect. But interesting to watch and learn.

[@helpmehealmyself9705]

Good that you saved it from landfill, but that said, I would have liked to see it sanded and stained with the wood grain tool. Didn’t care much for the colors or the texturing powder. Easy for me to say since I didn’t have to put the work in, right?☺️ but i make my suggestion with respect for what you did do. As long as you’re happy with it...

[@5thdimension625]

Lovely!!!

[@Cradley684]

Great job, have a nice day, Brian UK !!!.

[@janetevans2711]

It needed the white dry brushing imo ❤

[@sandylaster8152]

Love it!

[@doreenlorenzo2501]

Beautiful piece.Great work!

[@kathleenhernandez3772]

Nice job on this piece

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Beautiful! Did you happen to test this for lead? I had one very similar to this in my shop but when I tested it I found it had lead in the finish! I gave it back to the client and told her I did not want to touch it.

[@BrickHouseVintageDIY]

We did not. While it was most common in heavier finishes like used on floorings and things like that, you are correct that it's definitely something to be aware of in furniture as well. You can usually tell by the look of it, after you've seen so many pieces. The texture and look are usually a good first giveaway. This wardrobe I wasn't worried about, but the 1800s empire dresser we recently did was a different story as that texture and flaky-ness was a pretty good giveaway. We always make sure to have a very well ventilated area regardless, and a hepa filter hooked up to the sander, but it's definitely something to keep in mind just as you would for paint. ;) You probably saved yourself a lot of headaches by knowing ahead of time, for sure!

[@a.b.d.3974]

Definitely a labor of love.

[@cheekypiper512]

Nice job....

[@JuniperJax]

I like it. I'm guessing y'all learned a lot from this piece!♡♡

[@patriciabockenstette6550]

Sorry for the negative response, but I've never seen sea spray before. i guess it's an acquired taste. Do love the color though. Thanks for sharing. Be safe.

[@annmccue4431]

I really like it 😊

[@refinedandwhimsydawnericbo3866]

I’ve done a piece similarly. I have a video on our channel of the similar piece. So much of what you guys do we do as well here in Alabama. We are The RAW Mercantile. aka Refined and Whimsy. I am a new follower. Great job on this piece. 👏🏻 I am a new fan!!

[@cassandrasuzannelalonde4758]

So impressed with your enginunity. Hello from Murfreesboro Tennessee

[@julijopeterson7096]

It does look better than it did before. I think I would of personally just stayed w/a solid color of paint but what a deal this was for only $5! There was so much there to work with even though it was damaged! Great save!

[@gottathinkupanewone]

That's not actually a wardrobe: it's a chifferobe. Half is for hanging items, and the other half was probably a stack of drawers. It looks like it's from the 1920s or earlier, so is a genuine antique. It's very similar to one I have in a place of honor in my sunroom, although the veneer on mine was substantially undamaged, so it has never been refinished. I do wish there had been some way to save the finish on your piece, but I think that opportunity had fled before you even acquired it. It's sad how people will destroy the finish on a piece of furniture, not even thinking how much that loss devalues the piece.

[@arlenedorego1277]

Love it

[@mirianplantas6768]

Uauuuuu...🇧🇷👍👏👏

[@pattiauburn9109]

I like the piece you added to the top. But I don't like the texture at all, nor the color, and the second lighter color, mottling it? Made it look worse. I think a darker color would have been better, and the rough areas are rough - it still would be better than what you started with.

[@susanackerman217]

To each his own....

[@christmasina]

First time viewer. It’s obvious you two have a ton of talent. I am glad you saved this piece, you do quality work. I am not sure the texture is my taste, but you made it a beautiful piece again. Good job:)

[@gailbader8149]

I don't understand why people like Sea Spray. I think it has an awful look and is obviously covering "issues". But I love when you dry brushed the white at the end. It added a lot to it.

[@janinemcmahon218]

I don’t like it either. Would rather have seen the woodwork being brought back to life. The legs looked like they were on their last, should’ve been replaced with leftover pieces in the shop? Maybe cut and removed the lower laminate from the doors and used sticky laminate in blonde to match the center detail, and used the rescued laminate for the top piece. Like the molding on top to replace the missing piece. The interior wood was cedar? Gorgeous. Painting it, not so good. Good luck with your future endeavors.

[@karenwagner3975]

@@janinemcmahon218 I suppose you could do all of that…if it was YOUR makeover. Honestly how do you feel ok about commenting like this? Here’s a saying Janine, “If you don’t have anything nice to say then,” ….. ..

[@janinemcmahon218]

@@karenwagner3975 👌 Karen

[@melaniekeeling7462]

I was worried, but the end result is very nice, kind of French provincial.

[@melaniekeeling7462]

We have old armoires at home. Lovely, but not too practical.

[@kyrareneeLOA]

It felt a bit undone. Mabe a two color blending? or bronze wax??

[@angelagilmore5503]

Sorry meant doors

[@lydiakinnaman3679]

WOW !!!

[@Boomerinthewild62]

They should have paid you for taking that armoire. However, you did a nice job. 👏

[@BrickHouseVintageDIY]

We love a good challenge. 😉

[@missgreen2061]

Beautiful

[@kerylcooper2314]

I don’t like the texture sorry it doesn’t add or enhance the beauty of the cabinet . Nope it looks like you painted over dirt. Love the cabinet.

[@sharonodonnell2147]

Have you seen kacha .? kzbin.info/www/bejne/j5uapWhvpqulg5o I guess she might have applied Ornate trim and 3d painted it modge podge. It. Lol she's really wild.. Many different painters . You two seem to enjoy it .

[@wendyhenschel.]

Love the piece. You should go over the raised parts and creases with either a black gilded wax or caviar paint to give it shadows and depth. Love old pieces like this. That was a lucky catch at the auction btw!

[@a.b.d.3974]

Could you have used a sprayer with your second coat?

[@BrickHouseVintageDIY]

Yep, certainly could!