EXTREME RESTORATION of INLAID WOOD TABLE. Who knew what was under that paint?

[@philomenahearn1717]

Having found the maple under all that ghastly paint, I’m afraid I’d have stopped there because maple has such beautiful grain and a moire effect in the light that your later staining drowned out. If you want to preserve the natural wood then advice is Basically de-waxed shellac mixed with a dark transtint dye (I usually do 10 drops per ounce of shellac). Apply liberally, wait a minute and wipe off. Wait about half hour and block sand with 120 - 150 until most of the original maple is bare (except the stripes). Repeat 3-4 times and the stripes will jump out and slap you in the face ;-). Topcoat with 2-3 coats GF armrseal (or lacquer if you don't like a yellow-ish look on the white maple) and call it done.. Oil based finish really does a better job though :-)

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Wow! Thanks for the info. What would you have done around the edges where there was no wood grain? The edges looked like mdf but they were wood. I wanted it darker because that is more popular today and I felt it would sell faster.

[@philomenahearn1717]

@@FurnitureFlippingForProfit I think I’d have celebrated the contrast and do as you did with a dark stain. After all there is almost black in the inlay… so there is the contrast with light and dark there.

[@sallydavidson4471]

@@FurnitureFlippingForProfit maybe use a black stain to offset the inset wood. What a beautiful treasure underneath all that ugly paint!

[@rockshot100]

@@philomenahearn1717 My thoughts exactly, the base can only be black so why not use ebony for the edges? This was meant to to have high contrasts as you say. Why else bother with the expense of that white maple? It is still a cute table, despite it all. This has to be the most interesting and controversial flip of YT.

[@rockshot100]

I am curious as to what de-waxed shellac is. Never heard of it. I agree that you cannot beat oil based anything, I have been doing this for almost 40 years, could be that I am just used to it? I often use household bleach to get the red, yellow tones out of the wood. Some of the topcoat poly water based, I do like, but sometimes hard to level. Thinning with water often resolves that, just use more coats. None of this stuff is fool-proof, so you do have to be careful, as you know. I have NEVER seen anybody test the back with Q-tip. The polyurethanes also tend not to yellow over time, a couple that "Lemon's to Lemonade" recommends never yellow or darken. She is VERY honest, but can't remember the brands. Also I am not familiar with lacquer. Is that stuff waterproof? That is the reason I don't use it and like the results with the polyurethanes. Also love the look of a wax over the poly, it gives it that hand rubbed sheen, with little effort. Thanks for the tips. Love the idea of a very subtle moiré effect on this maple. Neither of us would have gone this dark, but her result is not exactly "terrible".

[@brianswanigan9891]

Should have stopped at one coat of Dark Walnut, now the inlayed wood just blends in with the rest of the wood. It needs to stand out. Would have only used Black Walnut for the edges, the top part was perfect with that blonde color.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Good idea.

[@karenneill9109]

I don’t think it hides the inlay too much, but I personally would have gone redder, maybe a mahogany? Just personal preference, though. This colour is nice, and sympathetic to the piece. Great gaming table.

[@doratiscareno5856]

@@FurnitureFlippingForProfit You didnt need to use chemical stripper... You could have used a hand sander with a stronger grit sanding paper

[@cathyleslie568]

Maybe you should have refinished it!! Good grief! Why are people so rude?

[@doratiscareno5856]

@@cathyleslie568 Shut up... Mind yr business We have the right to make suggestions SPECIALLY WHEN WERE PROFESSIONALS AT REFINISHING FURNITURE I WORKED FOR THE TWO LARGEST FURNITURE MANUFACTURERS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA HIGH QUALITY FURNITURE MOSTLY USE IN THE MOVIE 🎬INDUSTRY GO AWAY

[@emmavik-fredriksson640]

How could anyone paint over such beutiful inlaid wood!? Cool reveal when you stripped it! Great job!

[@MrAntice]

I know plenty of people who do that kind of shit. Makes me sad every time, considering how pretty you can make those pieces look with some patience and a decent wood stain. I hate entering a home where everything is painted white, with those "live, love laugh" and other "words of wisdom" stencils used all over. It's not pretty, it's tacky, and makes me cry knowing what treasures might be hidden underneath that layer of tackiness.

[@veronicavatter6436]

Kills you a little inside doesn't it

[@myleftthumb2294]

They didn't. SHE DID. Notice how she didn't react or hesitate for even a split second when the inlay was uncovered? Because she knew it was there.

[@merryhunt9153]

@@myleftthumb2294 Most unlikely. The dirt and the rings from wet glasses are completely convincing.

[@LaraKim]

@MrAntice But if I have learnt anything from these videos is that pretty much everything you can do keep changing good SOLID wood furniture into whatever you want when it gets outdated. It would be cool in 10 years to see someone else flipping the same piece of furniture in 10 years.

[@chandarussell]

I don’t understand people who paint over pretty inlaid wood. Nice job refinishing it.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

I agree!

[@armelleaymonin8907]

Magnificent table after your restoration! Bravo!

[@lainieinjax1]

I don’t understand the criticism. It was a dumpster find, not a fine antique. The refinish brought it back to life, and saved it from the landfill. Great Job!

[@monicalundy4400]

Why in the world would someone paint over that beautiful top. Thanks for bringing it back to life.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

It is better than taking it to the landfill.

[@victoriaguckian8578]

Sometimes I wonder how such a piece gets painted. But then I think the paint protects the piece. Awesome your friend brought it to you.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

I agree! Thanks for watching!

[@patricialora5692]

This is the 2nd restoration of an inlaid piece that I've seen you do. You have the patience of a saint! Another beautiful piece.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

I love inlaid wood and it is always my hope when I get a piece of painted furniture that there will be inlaid wood under the paint! Sometimes I get lucky!

[@doddnejadfard3251]

That was the most fantastic Cinderella piece of furniture recovery,,from the TRASH beautiful

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you!

[@campfireaddict6417]

Almost makes me cry. The beautiful pieces of furniture thrown out every day, usually for no good reason. I will always pick up furniture on the curb, if it's what I'm always looking for and even when furniture is trashed, sometimes the hardware, handles, drawer pulls, etc. and castors are enough to grab it. This was an absolute masterpiece when you got done with it!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

You and me both!

[@shirleypedersen7406]

I like how a lot of viewers have their opinion on how you should have done this and that. Don’t listen to them. What you did was perfect for you and it looks lovely❤️❤️

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you!

[@laurenecarter246]

Oh wow I can't believe someone painted over that!? Its beautiful!

[@happycatt1316]

I got so excited when I saw that pattern!!!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Me too!!!! I love the darker stain- makes it look more modern.

[@dianeadams9537]

WOW!!!! THIS BEAUTIFUL!!!! 💖💖💖💖💖 WELL DONE!!!!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you so much!!

[@RelaxingRestoration]

Outstanding work!!! Sometimes painting over furniture works (there's a time and place) but it really seems like most people just make the furniture worse. This is a beautiful table and you did a great job restoring it!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you! Glad you liked it!

[@tompetty3742]

Beautiful restoration. Love your commitment.

[@maureenmendo9807]

I feel that this table thanks you for making it beautiful again.

[@lindaposta5207]

You never know what you find under paint! Great restoration!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

So true! Thanks for watching!

[@jeffbassin630]

This restoration was amazing! What an incredible transformation!!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you so much!

[@helenaneumann1872]

It is wonderful that you saved this table and brought it back to life. If I stain something, I always prime with shellac. The shellac primer quickly enables a homogeneous result and, above all, you can then work well with color pigments. Just a tip, not a criticism...

[@zehraatique8495]

Or a wood conditioner to get an even stain

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thanks Helena!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

After I applied the first coat of stain I thought "I should have put on a conditioner first!

[@michelebriere9569]

It's incredible that someone painted over that beautiful table.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

I agree!

[@christineburke3602]

BEAUTIFUL just BEAUTIFUL. Great Job.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you so much!

[@rosemaryshores433]

I love how it turned out the inlay was a great surprise.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you! I agree!

[@justjulee9135]

What a beautiful surprise under that paint!

[@pamkelly7071]

Wow! What a beautiful transformation!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you so much!

[@ashleyosborne6239]

HOLY COW! Talk about trash to treasure! This is a stunning piece! When I saw that wood inlay underneath that latex paint I got so excited, then that beautiful wood veneer going in different directions, I was shocked it was ever painted. It’s almost as if someone used it as a work table? Thank you to your friend for finding it by the dumpster and to you of course for saving it from the landfill. It would make a beautiful kitchen table (thinking of my kids in their new apartment) with 4 nice chairs. And well done on the staining, when you had that blotchy spot after the first coat, I was afraid it was going to be an issue as you applied more coats (I thought about maybe it needed a pre-stain wood conditioner). But the more coats, the more gorgeous it got!💜

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thanks for watching! I forgot to use a pre-stain conditioner until AFTER I had applied the first coat of stain! Ugh!

[@ashleyosborne6239]

@@FurnitureFlippingForProfit Oh no! I did that when staining my son-in-law’s desk and ugh is right. Yours still turned out gorgeous! I was telling my husband about this piece and can’t wait to show him your video tonight. I still can’t believe it was covered in paint (I do hand paint furniture so I’m not opposed to painting furniture) and how beautiful that veneer/inlay was. Thanks again for sharing this hidden beauty.💜

[@joycejenkins0502]

That table is beautiful. The stains were giving you fits, I would have lost my mind, but you soldiered on. I’m told that maple is notorious for becoming splotchy with stain application, which I’m thinking is the case here. Now I know, about applying shellac first, which I just read in the comments. Always learning. The table is light years ahead of how it was found.

[@jamescole1786]

8 21/22. Blonde Maple table top w/B/W checkerboard inlay...Great save from the garbage area! Your friend was right..you can restore/renew these abused furniture tables & chairs. I kinda liked the bright yellow top but agree the edges needed darkening..but after 1st stain on top & dark edge...thought that was fine! However, your persistence to make this piece a more tan-ish tone worked out just fine too! Good job on that painted steel frame. Another relaxing video!👍👍👍👨‍🎨🎨🙂

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thanks for watching!

[@patriciastrassner4883]

Thank God, I'm not ashamed of a good dumpster dive. I am horrified at what people throw away!. But now it's MINE! Stunning project.

[@jere5555]

So wonderful, another lovely restore to escape the landfill.

[@ellisregina2313]

Lindíssimo seu trabalho. Eu só não teria escurecido tanto o tampo que era maravilhoso no tom dourado. Eu usaria um stain mais claro. Porém, cada um tem suas preferências. Ficou maravilhoso! Parabéns!

[@ferraridinoman]

I despair at the Human race! Painting over all that beautiful wood/inlay!!! Great restoration! x

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

I agree!

[@gregpendrey6711]

beautiful work on an obscure table. I'm 59 but I can't remember this combo of wood and metal. I'll be paying more attention going forth!

[@MKHobson]

I really wonder if that top started life with that base. She sanded off what looked to be some kind of manufacturer stamp at 7:34, I wonder if it had any name or info

[@karenneill9109]

It looks 80’s to me.

[@karenneill9109]

@@MKHobson Yea, don’t sand the makers mark!

[@robertschmidt6383]

You got real lucky on this table. That paint came right off. Yippee. 😊

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Yes! My thoughts exactly!

[@karendooks6244]

I feel it would of been nicer not to stain the lighter wood so the banding could stand out more.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thanks for watching!

[@herbgreen3599]

Beautiful job. I think you did it just right.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@aok2727]

Wow, I was sure the stain would be blotchy and you made it look so smooth. Well done

[@melanieeaton3344]

That was an amazing transformation! Simply gorgeous!!!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you so much!

[@halfnorfolk5310]

I don't think I could flip for profit because everything looks so beautiful when you've refinished each piece that I'd want to keep it! I love the whole process you take and it's amazing that you're able to find all of these "hidden" gems! Great video and amazing results!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you!

[@sophiachristo7546]

This is again an amazing piece covered with paint! So beautiful! So elegant! Thanks so much for sharing

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you Sophia!

[@vickiehadd4324]

The inlay stands out fine. LOVE the darker wood stain. Didn’t like the table top so light. LOOKS GREAT!!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thanks Vickie!

[@chrisdavidson4005]

What a shame you darkened the wood. It was beautiful in it’s natural colour. A good varnish to protect it will have kept it modern and fresh.

[@amkow89]

I agree. I would have preferred it lighter as it wouldve been more fresh and modern. But i am sure there are people out there that like the darker stain

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

I would like to have kept it the natural color but the edge was dark- it looked like MDF and would have looked terrible if I just put varnish over the top. I think originally, they painted the edge but I could never have saved it since they painted over it. The stripper removed the blue paint plus the paint from the company.

[@yvonnepagan9912]

I totally agree! I like natural colours no matter how pale.

[@kathrynshelley3806]

You could have just darkened the center portion and the edge also. Then lightly darkened the outer band. For contrast.

[@margaretalbert69]

Actually I like the dark stain with the metal legs....❤❤❤❤

[@susanlynch1966]

Wow, what a transformation. Absolutely love it, but who in the hell would paint over that? The mind boggles.

[@lediaoledia]

BEAUTIFUL

[@melanielankin1738]

Great transformation!

[@michelleterry4289]

Terrific re-creation!🤗👍👍👍😊🌹

[@jamiecrozier8895]

Your friend found a great table!! You made it look new again!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you Jamie!

[@hazmania]

What a lovely little table. Painting over that beautiful inlay was a crime! Just a thought, but would oxalic acid have given you a better result,than bleach, to remove that dark staining? You obv have to do the whole table (after masking off the inlay), to give an even colour, and it has to be washed/rinsed off with water after it’s worked it’s magic, but it’s very effective at removing staining on wood.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

One of my viewers bought me some oxalic acid on my wish list so I am going to use it on my latest piece. I am looking forward to giving it a try. Thanks for watching!

[@Cradley684]

Who in there right mind would paint a table like that, you have done a superb restoration on this table, look's great have a nice day , Brian UK !!!.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

I agree! I guess they wanted a seafoam green table?

[@lindalehnert9227]

Just beautiful!

[@carolvalentine2407]

You find the most amazing things underneath paint.

[@renabee8246]

That looked gorgeous when you were done! How could anybody paint over that beautiful wood?

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Good question!

[@lennardschneider6847]

But that's exactly what I thought when you opened that can of dark walnut... :-{ Turned out much too dark for my liking. The creator chose maple blonde veneer to contrast the ebony inlay, and this effect is gone now. The black legs would have mirrored the inlay perfectly.

[@johnje4285]

The fad for ruining lovely furniture is crazy . The perpetrators just create shabby 💩. Thank you for restoring it

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thanks for watching!

[@jewels7291]

OMgosh, I bet you got excited when you saw that inlay appear. How lucky were you! lovely job, thanks for sharing.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

I was jumping for joy!

[@nancyschnarrs2093]

Your work is always so exceptional! Thank you for sharing with us. It really is very motivational.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you Nancy!

[@Shujashaher]

I wonder who would have the heart to cover such beautiful wood. It has come to life again in your hands 👍👌✌️

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thanks Shujashaher!

[@tombarlow6176]

Beautiful restoration of the table 😘

[@dianegoss911]

Just beautiful.

[@donnahoffman4650]

What a cool surprise. It looks great!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Yes! Thank you Donna!

[@garryordener5731]

Great job! Just wondering, have you tried tack cloths to remove dust from wood? Sometimes a damp cloth will raise the grain.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Hi I just never have a tack cloth handy when I need it. I have used a damp cloth for quite some time and it is not wet enough to raise the grain.

[@jill.yesterdaysmemories]

Our Follar Tree has packages of 6-8 yellow sponges with Scothbrite on the back in the kitchen section. They are perfect for applying stain and topcoat. Can’t beat the price.

[@juliepryse9858]

Amazing transformation

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you!

[@paulcarlachapman628]

Really beautiful refinishing! And once again, it's hard to believe someone would paint over this lovely wood.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you very much!

[@deborahdemarco7732]

Beautiful work. This table is outstanding. You are extremely patient.

[@zehraatique8495]

Who would have guessed the table under a horrible paint was a beautiful veneer and inly you did a splendid job

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thanks!

[@nancypeteja6560]

OMG! It is flipping gorgeous!! Great job!😉👍❤

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you!

[@lindabrendle211]

That was a lot of work, but turned out beautiful!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you so much!

[@kathleenhernandez2292]

It's beautiful

[@melodienaber3238]

The black base makes sense after seeing the beautiful inlay

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you- I agree

[@shirleytaylor1272]

That top was so beautiful under that paint. I was thinking as I was watching "I hope she uses black stain". I used it on birch cupboards once and it was beautiful. Great job - from a mess to beautiful.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Hi Shirley. I agree that black stain would have made it very striking but I was afraid it would cover up toooooo much of the wood grain.

[@vickiel914]

You lucky out getting these hidden gems! Turned out very nice!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Yes! Thank you! Wait till you see my next piece and you won't be saying that!!! LOL!

[@vickiel914]

@@FurnitureFlippingForProfit can't wait! Lol

[@RissaFirecat]

I have to ask. Why did you go against the grain on the top of the table with your orbital sander? Other than that, what an awesome job you’ve done! What caused that stain, do you know? Beautiful finish.

[@marthaclanton]

Beautifully done!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thanks so much Martha!

[@MeadowDay]

Love your relaxing peaceful videos…what a beautiful renovation.. love the way you show us the products. subscribed 👍

[@roslynhondow5151]

That is gorgeous....love it

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thanks Roslyn!

[@lutgardedh]

Very beautifull outcome, liked also before staining the light color

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you so much 😊

[@dianeconti7602]

I could never part with this piece. What a treasure!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you Diane

[@marywiklander-williams6493]

It’s beautiful. I really like the iron legs with the wood

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

me too!

[@joyceterra2265]

A real beauty.

[@karencary3312]

I couldn't believe someone painted over that beautiful wood.

[@debbieminkus2566]

I just love your channel it gives me motivation! God Bless

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you Debbie!

[@joycemiller6188]

came out beautiful, love it

[@cathyleslie568]

It looks absolutely beautiful!!!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you Cathy! I agree.

[@loriscook5231]

When you sanded the top, though I could appreciate the wood inlay I didn’t like it. I could understand someone painting it. After you stained it I thought it looked wonderful, amazing job.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you!!

[@normafollet7156]

If you left some stain remover on the the stuben area over night, would that draw the broblem out?

[@fayebelew1620]

Unbelievable transformation...wow

[@beverlypearce4191]

Gorgeous

[@thomasdooher7138]

What dope paints over such a beautiful piece of wood?

[@jodievukmir3187]

That is gorgeous! Nice job!!

[@SayMagnaFeek]

Wow! Stunning piece! Amazing restoration!!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@ceciprazias5697]

Parabéns trabalho primoroso!

[@brendarainey4786]

Stunning

[@cathyjackson5959]

WOW!!!💫💫💫 That little table is soooo Beautiful!!💖💫💖 I Love inlay & don’t understand why ppl paint over it-it takes away the originality & character of the piece-if damaged for sure paint. Thank you for bringing that little Beauty back to life❤️🌹❤️

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you Cathy! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@karencary3312]

So beautiful.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@patriciabockenstette6550]

Terrific!

[@judymielcarek6011]

Wow,how can that be the same piece. Absolutely beautiful ❤

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Wow, thank you!

[@bonniefroeschle1080]

It’s gorgeous! You did a great job.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you so much!

[@pattylevasseur4041]

congrates on another save!!!! great job.. i just wish you would have still shown the differnt panels in the center instead of blending them..BUT THATS ME...... it still turned out gorgous!!!!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thanks for watching! Glad you liked it!

[@catfishgray3696]

TELL EVERYBODY HELLO, GREAT JOB, GREAT VIDEO...SEE YOU NEXT TIME...

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank Catfish!