Restoring Roadside Dresser for the Ugly Duckling Challenge. This one was tough.

#restoration #woodworking #vintage #furniture #diy #uglyduckling #furnituremakeover
In this video I restore a vintage dresser for the Ugly Duckling Challenge. This dresser was found on the side of the road and had a missing drawer as well as many damaged bits of veneer and missing handles. I made a new drawer, stripped off the old paint and revealed beautiful natural wood underneath. Addition of vintage brass knobs and new custom wooden legs made it look completely different.
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[@DesertDIY]

Congratulations Jay! You are the winner of the ugly duckling challenge. Your piece embodies the idea of an Ugly Duckling turning into a Beautiful Swan!

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you Cory 🤗 that was a lot of fun and so many participants! It's becoming a huge event.Looking forward to doing more fun stuff😉

[@indie825]

@@Flippingdrawers Congratulations Jay! Well deserved.

[@nancyanneberg403]

@@Flippingdrawers what a kind and accurate bestowing. Proud if your work. When a piece of thing is restored it gives me hope that the living person can be salvaged and repaired also. It is a hopeful action full of faith.

[@Flippingdrawers]

@@nancyanneberg403 thank you ❤️❤️

[@frelnc]

Jay does such beautiful work. I'm so glad for him. Now that he has his new studio things are just getting better and better for him. Just wanted to tell you, Corey, that I think your idea of having seasonal Ugly Duckling challenges was a stroke of genius. Consider that you are bringing furniture lovers and furniture flippers together literally from all over the world. Jay is in the UK, there are people from Australia, I know of one gentleman from Wales, and of course a hard core of Americans. Thanks for doing this Corey, and JAY, BEAUTIFUL WORK! You deserved this win. Great job!

[@deborahturner3122]

What a beautiful end result after all of the work you put into it. I like the curved wooden legs you actually used much more than the first option you considered. I wish the people who left this dresser on the curb could have a chance to see it transformed.

[@texanasimmons1761]

WOOOOO HOOOOO, Im part of that 18.8% group! Im really glad you changed your mind about the feet, I didnt like those metal, geometric looking ones. The renvation turned out GREAT!! You did a super job making the missing drawer. Im glad you had tge front of it to work with. Thanks for sharing, I love your videos! 🙂

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you ! much appreciated

[@libertygiveme1987]

You did a "BANG UP JOB"!!!! You took a "BANGED UP" PIECE, HaHa, and turned it into an INCREDIBLE little Dresser!!!! Oh, and CONGRATULATIONS on WINNING the "Ugly Duckling Challenge"!!!!

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you so much ❤️

[@jakecamp12]

People talk about climate change and preserving the world, you are single handedly doing it one piece of furniture at a time. So nice to see things fixed and restored, versus being tossed in the landfill. Great work, and I hope the piece goes to a nice home. Cheers to you!

[@Flippingdrawers]

Wow, thank you!

[@LaughingInTiny]

This is EXACTLY how I feel about it. If everyone picked a thing to do, not even full time, but just any thing that they found joy in that had a positive effect on the planet like this... imagine how much better the world would be. Not only are you doing something you love and are great at, but you are sharing the experience and knowledge AND doing a great thing for the planet. You are setting a wonderful example 💖

[@Heymrk]

Wood is the OG biodegradable material.

[@yormunhar2150]

I’m always confuse with this kind of comment. Sure, second hand is better for the environnement, but what to think of the energy consumed and all the chemicals used in paint, vaneer and strippers ? I love refurnishing and I think we need to see farther than saving a piece of furniture. Why not being the first youtuber to calculate your carbon footprint when you go outside to find your future masterpieces ? Or at least tell us what to do with the chemicals: ie. How to get rid of them properly without damaging the planet? I know you probably weren’t doing this channel for that kind of content. But heh who knows ? I may have planted a seed in your mind.

[@smarterthanawaffle]

Wellll, saving the world except for all the paint stripper, wood usage, air pollution, blades, tools, and energy grid usage, but yeah, he is a whiz at his craft, and he is doing a great job.

[@marcopolo9569]

I so appreciate you saving and restoring these once worthy pieces back to their glorious selves. What they've lived through to be discarded and forgotten. You breathe a new life, a longer life for all to cherish.

[@shirlenekitchen4567]

You should definitely be the WINNER of this challenge. You found the ugliest piece and gave it so much love, respect, and patience. Your skills are incredible. This all comes from a girl who paints everything and declares there should be no unpainted furniture.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Ha ha there is place for all of us. I’ve done some painting too. Thank you for Watching ❤️❤️

[@debrazawlocki3975]

After 20 years of refinishing, I jumped on your bandwagon and started painting, too! But, I still love a nice wood piece!

[@kathyschaeffer6472]

I was raised in a family that believed it was a SIN to paint any wood. This includes home trimmimgs.

[@annw1395]

That dresser wasn't just ugly; it was dying -- and you performed CPR! Wow. You should absolutely win. We need longer "after" shots, though: opening and closing the drawers, especially that drawer you made, seeing drawer interiors, etc. Beautiful.

[@Flippingdrawers]

❤️❤️❤️

[@deborahmatatall]

This is such a pretty little chest, hiding all that beauty until you found it. I love the pulls you chose. They look like they were meant for these drawers. Excellent choice on the legs, too. Wonderful transformation!🌸

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you Deborah ❤️ much appreciated

[@joanneshaw3071]

That’s a huge transformation! Looks amazing. Found your channel through the ugly ducking challenge. Not surprised you won the piece turned out beautiful. I’m a healthcare worker too and I do diy at home just to keep me sane

[@cherylhammond423]

It always amazes me to see all the beautiful details on these pieces emerge when you refinish them. Gorgeous job yet again!!!

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you very much ❤️

[@justjulee9135]

It's definitely not an ugly duckling now! Beautiful transformation!

[@Flippingdrawers]

❤️❤️

[@melanieeaton3344]

Your second choice of legs took it to the next level!!! The piece is gorgeous and so impressed with your dovetailing the piece.

[@Flippingdrawers]

That’s very kind 🤗

[@mariedrotar3215]

One more genius transformation. You are a gifted furniture restorer.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you very much ;-)

[@MaureenTheTemp]

Wow, unbelievable transformation!!! Love the wood feet and those recycled brass knobs. And your rebuild of that drawer was awesome.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you 🙏

[@michellemonksfield2171]

I'm not a woodworker but that drawer looked pretty good to me. Another great restoration. PS - I think that cat has adopted you😀

[@Flippingdrawers]

😂

[@FlipItFurniture]

It looks sooo good! I loved watching you make the drawer✨

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thanks Amy ☺️Definitely learned a lot doing this project

[@ellenkelley8416]

So many great tips. You were persistent at getting the bits of white paint off the piece. And I love the steam iron idea. BTW you are a woodworker. What a beautiful transformation

[@anitamorales1506]

It is hard to believe that it is the same wreck you started with. It is better than new and someone will be lucky to have it. Thank you for sharing your genius with us. Love that cat!

[@Flippingdrawers]

❤️

[@brendaseverance5174]

It is so ugly that it is BEAUTIFUL!!! thank you for sharing your talents with the KZbin watchers...

[@a.l.a.7847]

The drawer pulls you re-used from another project are simply stunning! Gorgeous transformation from the ugliest duckling to an elegant swan.

[@shellydehart8217]

That was exactly what I was gonna say. It reminded me of the ugly duckling to the beautiful swan. 😅

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you 😊

[@GreenWitch1]

I came to say the same thing. They really work on this piece!

[@kmjnkns]

I said the same thing about turning the ugly duckling into a swan - great minds!

[@dagneytaggart7707]

Would a Dremel type tool with a pointy grind attachment get into the detail crevice of the top drawer?

[@katharinecox5200]

Not only is your work meticulous and result gorgeous but all the comments I read were appreciative and positive. You have a lovely, supportive community.

[@rcd5k7]

Your attention to detail and patience throughout the piece....as well as your vision of what the piece could be...continually amaze. Simply beautiful work.

[@Flippingdrawers]

That’s very kind 🥰🙏

[@mekah9638]

Once again you managed to turn something that was falling apart into something gorgeous. The amount of time and care you put into each project shows in the end. Love love love your channel. You have my vote for the ugly duckling challenge.

[@farwagardezi3509]

I like ur work so much I live in Pakistan 🇵🇰 can send u anything but I’m glued to channel

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you so much ❤️ watching from the beginning to the end, liking and commenting is honestly very helpful and the best you can do. It tells KZbin that you enjoy the video so it will be recommended to others.

[@donnamurphy5698]

Interesting challenge wonderful execution. You always do such a wonderful job.

[@melgraner175]

Exquisite piece!

[@st-uj6cm]

Wow you do awesome work! Enjoy watching and listening to you.

[@angieemm]

This should absolutely win! So much work, and you RESTORED it instead of trying to cover it all up with more paint. I love this so much!

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you so much!

[@trinawilliams1395]

I can't believe watchers don't subscribe! I don't ever want to miss one of your AMAZING transformations. This was a piece that I would have walked away from. You clearly see possibilities where others don't. This is an excellent example of your great eye and tremendous skills. Thank you for sharing!! CHEERS 😉❤

[@Flippingdrawers]

That’s super kind. Thank you so much. I appreciate that

[@elizabethcrooms2006]

You did a fantastic job! I love watching you redo worn out furniture and making them beautiful again.

[@harryburkett7754]

I was jealous watching how easy you made stripping the paint off look. Thank you for not painting the wood! Great job!

[@rosaliefunk1629]

Love your channel. You always do beautiful, careful, meticulous work with such patience. You’ve turned a discarded roadside piece into something lovely and useful.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Much appreciated 🤗

[@skeltonjuanita6515]

Jay…awesome transformation. I love oak. And, yes, because I know so little about how you do what you do,my comments are purely the visual response I get based on my value system. I watch the transformation from beginning to end and the work you do MAKES a new product appear. The elegance that was originally intended is improved upon by your personal commitment to your aesthetic…your sense of what a piece can attain to. THAT is your super-power that just does make everything YOU do very special and individual. Every piece you do brings a new aesthetic beauty. These are words I chose to attempt to share with you how your work is the fine art of rehabilitation AND RECONSTRUCTION that adds value to a piece. Let me tell you that if I had money I would purchase almost every piece you reconditioned and re-designed. It is my singular standing ovation which I, and others, think you deserve. It is always exciting to watch your work and you film it all in a very compelling presentation…and that is another accomplishment that is too easily taken for granted….BRAVO, beautiful JAY/ARTIST/HUMAN!!!! Thank you for sharing and sharing very well!

[@Flippingdrawers]

Wow 🤩 your comments are always extraordinary. Thank you for taking the time to write them and for watching my videos ❤️❤️❤️

[@annettemalaski1967]

I see why you won the "Uggly Duckling Challenge!" This came out stunning!

[@gladyssanchez5928]

Jay, you really amaze me everytime. Mind blowing how much you've grown, it's not flipping anymore it's artistry in the making. Master Crafter and editor. I just love what you do.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Ha ha you’re very kind as always. Thank you Gladys ❤️

[@gladyssanchez5928]

@@Flippingdrawers you're welcome and I vote for you on the ugly duckling challenge.

[@jenniferashton7067]

I love everything you do!! And I am really glad that even on the roughest pieces, you don't give up on them

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you so much!

[@ronaldsteele6151]

The amount of work put in to that dresser was amazing and in the end paid off with incredible results. From ugly to sheer beauty, you are definitely a eye for detail and original looks.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you Ronald. I appreciate it

[@sheilawages7009]

This is awesome. I love the way you are so fragile with your pieces when bringing them back to their former beauty. ❤️

[@carlosandino821]

My mother watched this video together with me, she was surprised by the change of this piece: from a piece that was doomed to turn into a fire... to furniture that is almost a decoration item. And she also fell in love with the dresser. The work is excellent. Greetings from Brazil!

[@Flippingdrawers]

Awesome ! thank you ❤️

[@refreshedfurniture7142]

Congratulations on winning the Ugly Ducklings Challenge. Very much deserved!!! Such a huge Transformation!

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you 😊

[@Erica-yr3gf]

Absolutely love the legs and knobs you picked. Turned out gorgeous. Beautiful work. ❤️❤️❤️

[@heatherh3099]

Congrats on winning the challenge Jay!! I LOVED how it came out. So beautiful and elegant!

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you 🙏

[@mollynakamori]

I am in love with this piece and I am in love with what you did for it. Thank you for keeping it from the landfill and creating such beauty!

[@Flippingdrawers]

My pleasure ;-)

[@lynettebrown1801]

This piece looks very nice! The drawer pulls are very unique. I like them. You did a great job!

[@lovematters7515]

You are very talented and always make things beautiful again! Watching you work is like therapy but better 😁

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you ! I am glad you enjoy them

[@jessicamichalski6253]

So beautiful! You have an amazing talent to see the beauty hiding in these abused and neglecting pieces and the ability to make them shine once again! 👏🏻👏🏻

[@lateciamadethis]

I admire the patience you must have to complete the restoration process so delicately. This piece is stunning.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you 😊

[@thesehandsart]

What a find! The lines and curves and the set in top are just wonderful❤️ can't wait to see it finished!

[@Flippingdrawers]

🥰

[@thesmikey13]

Yet another stunning transformation! You are so talented 👏

[@dianeadams9537]

WOW!!! I LOVE WHAT YOU DID TO RESTORE THIS BEAUTIFUL DRESSER!!!! 💖💖💖💖💖 INCREDIBLE SWAN!!!

[@Flippingdrawers]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@lauriearmetta8472]

From trash to treasure truly describes this gorgeous desk!! ❤

[@anne-marie9842]

You’ve done an amazing restoration job.

[@elainefrank1956]

Your work is superb! I look forward to your videos and your incredible transformations!

[@Flippingdrawers]

That is very kind ;-)

[@peggyp46]

Wow!! Such an amazing makeover! You literally saved the life of this piece!! And your patience and smart choices throughout the project really paid off!! You are a master craftsperson!! 💚

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you 😊

[@jaynedeneen6899]

If you're watching this video and you have yet to subscribe, make this the time you hit that button! What are you waiting for? This is the absolute BEST restoration channel on KZbin, friends. Every piece he touches is a masterpiece.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Ha ha looking for a part time job? 🙏🥰 thank you so much ❤️

[@thompson1374]

This is absolutely the truth. He’s amazing.

[@VioletJoy]

There are many really good restoration channels and I'm subscribed to them all!! Have you seen Barry from Mad City Modern? He's magnificent as well. I love how they both restore furniture rather than painting it and adding a bunch of stencils and decals. No offense to anyone who likes those, but it's always refreshing to see these trashed pieces rescued from the dump.

[@cynthiafisher9907]

@@VioletJoy I’m subscribed to both type channels, I like the gamut of furniture transformation, I guess.

[@VioletJoy]

@@cynthiafisher9907 Oh, I do too, but I much prefer restoration. Are you subscribed to Kacha? She's very popular and very well loved.

[@suechandler8162]

Stunning!! I LOVE the blonde wood grain!!!

[@shawnrobertson9618]

Wow! Your work shows that things aren’t disposable and not to judge a book by its cover. It’s amazing what a bit of care can do to the tired and the weary. As always beautiful job.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you Shawn🥰

[@kirstencook1439]

Hard day l come to watch so relaxing 😌 🥰 Your humble way . Without working on your chosen craft Art ECT you will never be able to master some or all your desires Keep Rocking 🤙 the good stuff 👍 Beautiful person 🤗💚👂💜🕊️🐇🍂🌳🍁 Your changes spot on the 🖖 continue with your creative energy travels 😉

[@judithyoung3]

I'm in the UK, and it's great to see you use products that I can actually buy. Your attention to detail is so inspiring, it looks like you actually care for the piece you are working on, rather than just doing a quick makeover to make money. I wish I had all your tools! Making dove tail joints for the first time, using new tools, must have been challenging. You are a joy to watch, and funny too. Well done, you deserved the win ;)

[@Flippingdrawers]

🙏 thank you. That’s very kind. Glad you enjoy.

[@mpeter3881]

The drawer pulls-beautiful! The legs-perfect!

[@carolineblack8460]

Wow! I did not have high hopes for this dresser but I am blown away by how beautiful it looks! Wonderful job!👍

[@Flippingdrawers]

❤️

[@cindysmithlucinda6369]

Your attention to detail astounds me every time! Thank you for sharing your creativity with us!! 🎉❤

[@ellenmacarthur9669]

Beautiful work. I love all forms of recycling, and yours is amazing. I am not a woodworker but can surely appreciate the job others do. It turned out very stylish. Love it.

[@kewikid68]

Congrats!! 🥳 Well deserved 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Very nice work on that good old piece 🙌🏻

[@dawnziccardi8205]

Wow what a transformation! I love the hardware that you used🤩! That's the kind of dresser that I would love to own. Maybe one day.

[@ermafrintje1952]

very nice to see, there's people who like old things and restore them . I like old things too, mostly second hand clothing . i buy them for about 50 cents per item , and turn it into patchwork ., like shoppingbags or plaids , my costumers buying it like crazy .and buttons too,i decorate my hoodies with it , so funny what you can do with second hand things . here in this appartement complex where old people live , i'd always ask them is they have wool or old cushions , and I turn it into new . i'm never out of work ,always staying busy , keeps you healthy in mind and body .

[@daisyy99]

The amount of work you put into this is impressive. Your skills and tools were displayed effectively. The resulting piece still looked vintage but artistic. Thank you for the awesome video

[@chichitex1252]

I’ve only just found your channel and am only going to allow myself to binge five videos this afternoon! I can’t believe the job you’re doing on this episode. I would not have even looked twice at it on the side of the road. You are truly a master! Great job!❤

[@cynthiaq1073]

Gorgeous work! Love your video. Such a great restoration of an ugly ducking castaway. Well done🎉

[@lauriewalton-roll8443]

It would be great if at the end of your videos you would tell us how many hours you have spent on each project. Love watching you and seeing your work!!!

[@ЕленаКолесникова-х3г]

Это рестоврация изумительна.Браво вам мастер.золотые руки у вас.Вы просто Супер.❤❤❤❤

[@sophiachristo7546]

Congratulations! Such a deserved win against other amazing transformations!

[@winterprism9227]

That was amazing. And, I agree, the legs you ended up putting on it looked way better than the 1st ones.

[@stephanieparker5049]

It’s alive👏👏👏👏👏👏👍 reuse recycle repurpose or just make it beautiful art again ❤️❤️❤️the kitty cat✌️❤️

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thanks for watching ❤️

[@elysmattar8368]

an amazing restoration. Congratulations, you did such a good job and turned such a damaged piece of furniture into something so classy. You have so much patience and skills. 💗💗💗💗

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you 😊

[@marciec6862]

Es ist wirklich schön geworden! Wie gut für die Umwelt und die Erhaltung der Wälder des Planeten ist diese großartige Up-Cycle-Bewegung. 🌳🌺

[@NoYesJess]

Excellent job. Wow. Also, the hardware was definitely the right touch for this piece..I love it.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you 😊

[@joyceedwards3336]

The knobs are gorgeous and the wooden legs are perfect! I’m loving that horse you display on your finished updates 👏🏻

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you 🥰

[@helenshack2838]

I would definitely have left it behind on the curb. It’s more than ugly duckling. It’s kind of totally garbage Too many things missing to restore. You are brave to take on the challenge

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you 😊

[@kaylabates5841]

I’m in awe of your workmanship and attention to detail! You deserved to win this challenge!!

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you 🙏

[@357QueenBee]

As soon as I saw your first video I subscribed. Your work is impeccable. I wish that all those low baller buyers would understand the work it takes to bring back to life a piece of furniture.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thanks and welcome

[@bradleytuckwell4881]

This one has blown me away. You just keep getting better and better at what you do. I have to say when your stripping it’s so satisfying to watch. Hang on the paint stripping the paint I mean.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Ha ha I see what you did there 😉 thanks for watching mate. Appreciate it.

[@irisf.9355]

This is beautiful! Loved the wooden legs. Also, I think the "neighborhood" cat is really yours!

[@Flippingdrawers]

Ha ha the cat(a) are very welcome. I love cats.

[@lytham1963]

You have done a great job restoring that piece for furniture and the second set of legs look a lot better that the others

[@remade_bymarti]

This is amazing!! The fact that you built a drawer is 🤯🤯 superb work as usual!

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you so much 😀

[@kathleenchang9206]

I’m surprised that you would be asked to enter a contest. You should be declared the winner even before the contest starts. Your work is truly amazing. I love everything you do, Jay❤️

[@Flippingdrawers]

Ha ha ha that’s super kind but that wouldn’t be fair 😂

[@limalimon9418]

Wow!! You are a magician!!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👍🏼

[@ladytamaya4737]

This is a restoration out of this world. Congratulations you deserve all beautiful comments in here and more 🤗

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you 🥰

[@First_Rain]

Wow what a transformation! I loved watching you make the drawer. Such great work! 🎉 It’s definitely a swan 🦢 now!

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you 😊

[@That_ole_Dodge]

Those reused knobs really brought it all together.

[@beverlypearce4191]

Whhhhaaattt!! So amazing. You saved this beauty for sure!!!!

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@susiebevacqua2555]

A whole new life for that beautiful little dresser!!!

[@denaschleeter3570]

I love the sounds of the birds in your videos especially toward the end of this one

[@Flippingdrawers]

🙂

[@flippop]

Jay, as always, this is brilliant!! I loved the restoration process. This turned out a gorgeous piece.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you 😊 it was definitely a challenge 😂

[@131dyana]

Loved that rebuild you are amazing. Thank you.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you!

[@nataliakhartskhaeva7446]

Получила большое удовольствие за просмотренное видео.Спасибо.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you 😊

[@relax-kq7fu]

I'm glad the furniture didn't rain~🤗

[@kasiagrela9593]

Zasłużone zwycięstwo - brawo Ty!!!!

[@Flippingdrawers]

🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@Ms._Purple_Apple]

This piece did a full 360👍⭐️

[@kathyjames9250]

You really brought this piece from “rags to riches” and in all her new jewellery she looks so fine. If only perseverance and passion came in a spray can, we would be doing the same! It is so rewarding after you put in all the sweat and you maintain a code of excellence in all your work, then you never have to regret what you have done. I was surprised that the replacement drawer could be built so successfully. Thank you for the video! Blessings from Canada 🇨🇦

[@tolykozin]

WOW this is stunning, beautifully crafted!

[@Flippingdrawers]

Glad you like it!

[@marinaramazotti4745]

Parabéns ficou linda . Amei