Easy Makeovers For Beginners (The ONLY Furniture Painting Technique You Need for 2024!)

Welcome to Lemons to Lemonade Furniture! In today’s video, we’re diving into easy makeovers for beginners with the ONLY painting technique you need for 2024. Whether you’re new to furniture flipping or looking to refresh your skills, this step-by-step guide will show you how to transform your old pieces into stunning, stylish furniture.
In this video, you’ll learn:
The essential materials and tools for beginner-friendly makeovers.
A foolproof painting technique that’s perfect for furniture makeovers.
Tips and tricks to achieve a professional finish every time.
How to prep your furniture for painting to ensure long-lasting results.
The latest trends and colors for 2024 that will keep your furniture looking fresh and modern.
We’ll take you through the entire process, from choosing the right paint to applying the perfect finish. No more guessing games - this is the ONLY technique you’ll need to create beautiful, high-quality pieces.
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[@Yvonne-qn9lh]

Your indecisiveness made me feel a whole lot better about my indecisiveness that paralyzes me and then I can’t move forward with a piece.

[@tammywalker5641]

Same!

[@lisalally]

Same! 🤦🏼‍♀️

[@annetteburchett-taylor4420]

I actually loved the original hardware😊

[@lucymorgan8859]

I LOVE the knobs, and can't believe you're not going to reuse them!!!😮😮😮

[@karinapfel650]

Super unique for sure! Could have been modernized but perfect for a rustic piece.

[@kimzimmerman2492]

I had to stop the video so could comment and not miss anything. Thank you so much for not using plastic to wrap the drawers or protect other areas from getting paint on them! I have not seen anyone on YT forego the plastic, you are the first! Thank you so much for seeking and using alternatives!!

[@Sleepy_schneepy]

I think it turned out so elegant. Loved your vision.

[@IMOO1896]

Gorgeous

[@Restorations.by.Rachel]

It’s hard to believe that too isn’t real wood - it looks so great!! I love how you took the look to the top drawers. It really adds to the overall all look. Great job!👏

[@cindyhoward9620]

I have so many pieces of furniture I want to make over. I hope mine turn out as great as yours. This is beautiful.

[@ritameza2961]

You always do such nice design on all your furniture's ❤

[@linbrowning9938]

I can not believe how awesome that dresser looks. I'm fixing to start refinishing an old dresser I'm going to use for a TV 65 inch table. I hope I can follow you instructions.

[@rachela72]

I adore that original hardware!! Hope you use it on another piece.

[@TheFlippersGuide]

So stinking pretty!! Love the color combo!! You made the right choice 😍

[@cboyle707]

Excellent update. Great appropriate flip. 🐶

[@user-vu4xx4uj8i]

WOW... hard to believe it's the same dresser!

[@annmurphy883]

I love this!!! Wow what a transformation!

[@Audrey-km9in]

Fabulous, Kara. Adding the second coat of stain was brilliant.

[@LemonstoLemonadeFurniture]

@Audrey-km9in Thank you! I appreciate you watching! Hope to see you next time!

[@shawndelaney9311]

Love the black with the wood look! Good call!

[@teresacathey8189]

Hello. You did an amazing job on this piece. I believe bringing that faux finish from the top to the top front of the dresser made all the difference. “BEAUTIFUL”!! 👍🥰🥰🥰

[@LemonstoLemonadeFurniture]

Yes! Thank you!

[@michaelamaestas4950]

WOW, so amazing, great job !

[@tneumans]

That is beautiful. I love the wood grain look.

[@LemonstoLemonadeFurniture]

Thank you very much!

[@mywifetheartist]

This is gorgeous. ❤❤❤

[@LemonstoLemonadeFurniture]

@mywifetheartist Thank you! I appreciate you watching! Hope to see you next time!

[@desireemarana4997]

Another home run!

[@LemonstoLemonadeFurniture]

Thank you so much! I appreciate you tuning in! Hope to see you next time!

[@janashe8600]

This is so elegant!!

[@dorenemayer1168]

Beautiful!

[@helenk5579]

Absolutely gorgeous!!

[@LemonstoLemonadeFurniture]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@cherryguthriepeoples658]

Such a beautiful transformation, Kara! You are so inspiring. God bless you and your family.

[@LemonstoLemonadeFurniture]

Thank you so much!

[@cindybunker4918]

It's beautiful! I am in awe of your ability to envision fresh and modern for these pieces!

[@LemonstoLemonadeFurniture]

Thank you so much!

[@rubymoon9055]

Stunning!

[@phyl5502]

Love t. Good choices and workmanship

[@lydiakinnaman3679]

Make it look so easy. The prep is the hard un fun part... I'd like to see a dark brown... not a stain or wood look. Just dark chocolate paint. Beautiful results.

[@christineschiebel2890]

Wow, it's beautiful.

[@LemonstoLemonadeFurniture]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@suechris9610]

Hi great video, I did this wood effect on my sister in law's living room furniture 25 years ago, but did it in reverse to your colouring. Darker background with lighter top coat with the grain effect. Looked lovely and gave the furniture another lease of life.

[@LemonstoLemonadeFurniture]

Amazing! I want to try the reverse next!

[@dufocar566]

The top is really amazing! Great job!!!

[@LemonstoLemonadeFurniture]

Thank you!!

[@hickorygolddoc]

Came out really nice!

[@trintoncallia5859]

You did that sister!!! Looks great!

[@LemonstoLemonadeFurniture]

Thank you!!

[@kamhart]

Send some of that rain to the coast!, keep the humidity please!

[@lorrainechapman6940]

Its a lovely piece now

[@maryfields6649]

WOW!!! 👏👏👏

[@cheryljackson7227]

Wow this looks great. Love your videos 😊

[@judybesse4058]

Looks great!!!!!

[@tammaramurray7546]

I love it Kara. Looks GREAT!!

[@theheritagehousesc]

Beautiful finish! The moment I saw it I said black with gold knobs. Looks stunning and I love the wood finish on top. Nice work.

[@donnamullins2089]

Wilson Art Laminate used to make this back in the 80's. Low and behold they still do and it is at Lowes. Now it looks like granite. Great call for the wood trim on the drawers. Love the gold knobs. Beautiful job. Thanks.

[@meshafawn]

Wow! It turned out great! Love it!!

[@lorikegley3327]

You are magic!

[@solangeherault7038]

I love it ❤

[@heatherdye9879]

Wow what a difference! Beautiful.

[@LemonstoLemonadeFurniture]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@NoNamePrincess7]

It was very helpful!!😊

[@marywiggins7411]

Looks great!

[@LemonstoLemonadeFurniture]

Thanks!

[@kimzimmerman2492]

WOW that looks so wonderful! I always love black furniture it looks so classy and the faux finish is to die for, you did it so well I might just have to try it out something soon!

[@minelldallmann8166]

Beautiful work 👏

[@LemonstoLemonadeFurniture]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@billm.8220]

You’re damn good at what you do. Excellent job. Love the black with the bare wood look top. I wish I had the space to do something like that.

[@kamhart]

Amazing!!

[@LemonstoLemonadeFurniture]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@CeciliaRivera-fm1nq]

Black will go with everything in your dec

[@nadirschulz6701]

Congratulations! 🌷🌷

[@LemonstoLemonadeFurniture]

Thank you!!

[@christibell5757]

❤❤❤

[@cliffhorman6846]

Excellent!

[@LemonstoLemonadeFurniture]

Glad you liked it!

[@sparky-pp4dq]

A very cool technique! I might have to give it a try sometime!

[@LemonstoLemonadeFurniture]

You should!

[@kristind1110]

Love it! And that's a pretty dress, too!

[@LemonstoLemonadeFurniture]

Thank you! 😊

[@kaycox5555]

You did it! Now it is gorgeous!~ From ugly to glamorous.

[@user-zt2sq5ow3d]

Fantastic transformation ❤ thank you…

[@LemonstoLemonadeFurniture]

Thank you! 😊

[@paulabodine5317]

Nice

[@judyalford5301]

Love your work

[@LemonstoLemonadeFurniture]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@patb5889]

Excellant job love it

[@LemonstoLemonadeFurniture]

Thank you! 😊

[@user-op2vi3nu2m]

Really well done!

[@LemonstoLemonadeFurniture]

Thanks a lot!

[@markshaw5711]

Nice job, Kara! Thanks for the inspiration ❣️😘 - Jill

[@LemonstoLemonadeFurniture]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@traceylugg9707]

WOW! Absolutely GORGEOUS! I LOVE the entire transformation, and hope to experiment with this soon. I'm just delving into furniture flipping, and praying for a successful run! Stay blessed...

[@LemonstoLemonadeFurniture]

You can do it!

[@mercedesvillanueva8988]

It looks like this didn’t take you long to do at all! I’m in the same area and it’s been sooo humid! My pieces haven’t been drying and curing well at all! How are you dealing with this humidity?

[@dorothypuntarich784]

❤

[@kimhough7753]

Wow! From ugly to gorgeous Kara! Great results! 🥰🥰

[@ubwoodman915]

Top looks like it’s Formica.

[@4minuty_]

Pozdrawiamy, 👍💙 Zostawiamy 💙

[@laurelarmstrong4535]

The screen of plastic is perfect and easy to make. That’s a great tip. I’ve messed up the garage before. We are moving into a new house and my husband will be so happy if I don’t spray the walls.

[@lisalife7994]

I have seen people use camp tents as quick paint tents. Works well.

[@WWKofWHR]

Hi Kara! Just wanted to let you know I ordered a surforep sander thanks to you and used your code for a discount. This is Wendy Kniffen from st. Augustine Florida but I changed my user name! Keep on keeping on! Thank you for your creativity and inspiration!

[@LemonstoLemonadeFurniture]

Awesome! Thank you! Enjoy!!

[@patriceallen5417]

Super, super job! Just beginning:) Do you have steps on how you made your back drop?

[@homeundertheoak]

Love this! Do you water your paint down and if so, what is the ratio? Thanks!

[@tennisbabe50]

What an amazing technique, love it, I will be trying this! My question is, why didn’t you prime first? I always hear that it’s so important to.

[@LemonstoLemonadeFurniture]

only if I think it is going to bleed. You can watch this video here and see the difference in the woods. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fqWrpaiAn9KFmLs

[@Genny148]

Wondering if you give your furniture time for the paint to cure before listing it for sale? I use Heirloom Traditions paint and feel nervous about selling a furniture piece until the paint is cured for a couple weeks. Is that smart or am I just being overly worried??? I do put a top coat on, even though the paint has one built in, for extra protection. Thanks for your videos! You’ve given me the confidence to keep trying new methods!

[@darinlemons9723]

Love love love this! Could you please share which graining tool you used?

[@LemonstoLemonadeFurniture]

amzn.to/3VaLCXk it's the medium one in this kit

[@pamsteiner2196]

Would look even better with legs. But really great job!

[@user-er5sn5ci9f]

I just can’t get use to the wood grain top look😮

[@patdrenowatz8773]

GORGEOUS REDO😯😯I’m curious what part of Texas you’re in- I’m in North Dallas- I’m with you on this heat already😂. Please we’re over 8 inches of rain already since first of MAY🥵🥵🥵

[@lisalife7994]

Reminds me of Houston

[@nevisscot7697]

No...its not 'just a matter of a little paint'.....its a completely new piece becaus of your vision and expert hand .well done again.

[@dorothypuntarich784]

Kara, I'm a subscriber❤ just a FYI.. Please, avoid fast foods especially fried in seed oils..Highly toxic

[@verakohut2504]

What shade is the Retique? Beautiful piece.

[@LemonstoLemonadeFurniture]

I want to say barnwood? It’s where the link goes to.

[@melodywilson5255]

Beautiful! What is the difference between a stain and a glaze? I really want to try this! I am confused on which of the product kits to purchase. The link shows so many!

[@LemonstoLemonadeFurniture]

I think the link goes right to the one I used as far as highlighting it. I just pulled up a lot of the pictures on amazon to see which color I liked best. I think it was walnut I ended up with for this one

[@lucymorgan8859]

You know, it turned out better than I thought it was going to, but I have to say, I don't really like the shade of the stain you used on the top... it reminds me too much of those old fake butcher block counters from the 80's... I think it would have been nicer with a little darker, warmer tone, or maybe a different primer. Funny thing is, I kind of like the primer color, before the wood grain. It made the geometric shape of the drawers stand out, and popped against the black. Also, there seemed to be a bunch of speckles on the black paint? Don't what was causing that... But like I said, it turned out pretty nice... I just would have gone in such a completely different direction with that piece, it took me a minute to wrap my brain around it.. You know, different strokes for different folks...😅😅😅

[@CeciliaRivera-fm1nq]

Please color black

[@kayhenry6293]

When you do a finish that looks like wood, do you tell your buyers that it’s not real wood?

[@donnamullins2089]

Has anyone had this problem? When I click the LIKE button it disappears? Previously it was black when clicked. This is happening on all my watched prescribed videos. I do not know if my vote/watching is being credited to your account. Anyone know????

[@jjdicarloutube]

Great video but wouldn’t say it is for beginners. Beginners won’t necessarily have all the equipment you have - certainly not an air compressor. And maybe you made note in the comments somewhere but there was no mention of choosing grit for your sanders and no tips on technique to use for spraying - like testing on cardboard first to make sure it is spraying correctly etc. Still, I love watching makeovers even if I haven’t yet braved doing one myself.

[@judywatson6271]

Most beginners won’t have sprayers as there go to tools so to be honest found this irrelevant for newbies

[@LemonstoLemonadeFurniture]

Then you must not have heard me say that it is just as easy to use a brush as to spray this on as I was spraying.

[@raheelamehboob7718]

The original dresser was pretty. The makeover ruined it.😢

[@tabithatierney6512]

I love how it turned out after she flipped it!

[@jrbaskind]

I hope that you don’t actually drive without your seatbelts!