BLEACHING Antique Furniture | 2-Step DIY Wood Bleach Makeover

In this video, I makeover an antique chest of drawers and turn it into a much more light and bright piece. I took a stab at bleaching wood for the first time using Zinsser Wood Bleach and I can’t wait until you see the results! Thanks for watching and I hope you enjoy this furniture update!
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[@holly5791]

The chest turned out very nice. I want to tell you about a tool that you may not have discovered, yet. No, not a power tool or anything expensive, just extremely helpful. When I was watching you sanding the legs, I thought of it. It is called sanding screen. It helps you go around places like legs or even rounded corners. You can cut it to whatever size you need...usually I use a 1 - 1 1/2" W strip. It really makes for smooth curves and not nearly as awkward as a sander. Hope you find this useful. 🙂👍

[@lindamcdermott5475]

I love how this piece turned out. The color, the bleached top and the cleaned hardware make it beautiful. The staging is perfect! I’m sure this will sell fast!

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

Thanks, Linda! I sure hope so!

[@NatTayHill]

This one might be my favorite all-time piece that you've done.

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

I have heard this a lot on this one! Glad you love it! I definitely think its in my top 5! Thanks for watching!

[@pattyminnich2725]

Really appreciate the way you explain what you are doing. The foam layer to the sander… had no idea. You help people that have no background with these tools have courage to go buy them & do it!!!! Thanks, Lauren!

[@maryowens9179]

Love that dresser.and you chose a beautiful color.

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

Thank you so much!

[@julialimbrick333]

Wow that turned out beautiful. Thanks for showing us step-by-step how to bleach The word.

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

Thanks so much 😊 Hope it helped!

[@BrookeHalvie]

You go girl! Living your best life and make big moves!

[@renewedwithmallory]

Probably my favorite flip of yours

[@aliciadehoyos488]

Love the beautiful color and all your hard work thank you for sharing

[@MissMolly3377]

I am so glad you don’t distress, distress, distress, everything. It looks crisp and clean.

[@jwestfalldavis3574]

I'm so glad you did this one because I have one like it that belonged to my grandmother. She got it upon her marriage in December of 1923. No, there was not a mirror attached to the piece on top. Love your updated look.

[@rachaellafriniere9349]

Really like the bleaching and the paint wash. Very nice. Also like the new color from Malange

[@meglamerato4251]

I was cringing because I love antiques, but the piece turned out beautifully! It will allow the dresser to be used and loved for many years to come.

[@cherylsplaylists]

I think this is my favorite one you have done.

[@gabby7882]

That is another beauty. I also like the way you say ," I AM the furniture flipping teacher.". delightfully confident

[@esat189]

It's cute. Certainly a fresh look

[@reneecook1834]

Absolutely love it when Neiman does his MAGIC and has TWO LAURENS in the frame painting away! So fun! Great job!

[@kellyejones9495]

Jus love it…. Super Cute!!!💜👏🏻👏🏻

[@patriciarios217]

CONGRATULATIONS LAUREN!! i AM SO LEARNING!

[@jorgeramos9950]

I've seen other DIY videos where I like them a little bit more than yours. However in yours, you tell us where to get the things to actually do it ourselves... it's why I subscribed. Thank you for teaching rather than just showing. You are definitely a teacher. 🤷❤️😊

[@bonnierodgers5220]

It is so pretty. It would be a beautiful dresser for a baby’s room!

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

Yes! I agree! So light and airy!

[@lauragutierrez3587]

This has to be one of my favorite ones that you have done!

[@wendycampbell5099]

I love the putty wash...I would be tempted to do the whole thing in the putty. Another great job!

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

Yes! That is totally a possibility! The putty is perfect for this look! Thanks for watching!

[@lesliejohnson7247]

@@FurnitureFlippingTeacher there’s always the next one! Lol So are you checking Habitat for Humanity for good older hardware?

[@jeannehelmick9572]

How sweet of them to name the brush after you. You are a doll and such a hard worker. I love your enthusiasm and your workmanship is beautiful. Thank you for using this platform to pay off your school loan... keep it up give.😁😁

[@fastfeather3025]

I like the music on this video, so cheerful. 😊💕

[@donnalocke5713]

Love it ! Love the natural top and front legs nice clean look 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@verenaanderson2729]

Yes, just what imagined it would look like! The way you described your vision for this dresser, and then seeing the end result, staged with the perfect backdrop, I could see it in a light airy house/ bedroom. Kinda county fresh

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

I agree! My vision totally came to life and couldn't be happier! This is probably one of my favorite pieces!!

[@nancyrotondi2517]

1st. I know you like for us to comment on your work but you are doing great love the dresser colors are great. 2nd you have beautiful hair

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

I appreciate any kind comments! Thank you for your support & love!

[@aliciab77]

🎉 congratulations🎉 on the brush naming 💛💛💛💛💛

[@carolinerohloff3771]

Yes you are a teacher forever. Thank you for the education.

[@AnnemarieAllen62]

This is definitely a favorite! I think it would work in a lot of places and it would be super sweet in a nursery.

[@azhardhawan7390]

Upon unboxing, I was immediately upset at how the rails were very noticeably bent. But I kept going, all tools needed to assemble were included kzbin.infoUgkxqtX4Dxs6aecAZEuz6GY5-d81YecKCshn and I had it set up in about 30 minutes. Honestly I love this thing, make sure to read the measurements and measure your space so you know if it'll work for you. I bought this to put inside my closet, underneath where I hang my clothes and it is absolutely perfect! It is VERY sturdy and all drawers glide easily and mine are stuffed, and they are still flush when closed.

[@Kindlyone777]

Thank you sooo much for providing us with a List of everything needed to do this or other projects. So much appreciated. Thank you Ms Lauren 😊❤️🌸🌸

[@jeanne1765]

Looks great! I want to try to wood bleach. LOL, can totally tell you're a former Kdg teacher. I'm a retired reading specialist who also taught K-4. I noticed you running your finger under the words on the jar as you read it. So Kdg teacher. 😊

[@flaminbird1]

This is so pretty!! You did such a lovely job on it . I ordered the same color from melange and it just arrived today. Can’t wait to try it 😍

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

Hope you enjoy it - I know you will! Good luck and thanks for watching!

[@diannemarson9786]

Beautiful , love that green

[@ginagoble4330]

I absolutely love your channel. Thank you for all the information you include in your videos.

[@debigates3033]

Absolutely LOVE this color!! And the top and the legs just make it stand out even more! Beautiful job!!

[@annayres9959]

That turned out so beautiful

[@sandytaylor8482]

So beautiful! Yes, you are a teacher for sure, just a different audience and age group. It never gets out of our system.

[@lilljennk]

LOVE THIS WHOLE LOOK

[@kristivanderploeg122]

Thanks for demonstrating the bleaching, i have been wanting to see it.

[@janicesnapp2850]

Love the color with the bleached wood!!

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

They pair nicely together! Thanks for watching!

[@vlh1255]

I love how this flip turned out and I'm glad you kept the hardware original instead of painting it gold.

[@sharynsherwood4652]

Hi Lauren not be critical but maybe tape inside drawers for professional finish love your work🇦🇺💕

[@macleodsfreemery1846]

Gorgeous "beach house" vibes here, Lauren! This is one of my favourites you've done! Well done, once again, ya nailed it! Thanks for sharing this with the rest of us ❤🙌

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

You're so welcome! So glad to have you back, Sarah!

[@nancyscottartprojects7848]

Gurrrllll, I love your workshop!

[@makeapositivedifference]

Nice! I would have liked seeing you keep that piece on the back for authenticity, but the color is gorgeous.

[@karencary3312]

I think it is very pretty. The staging pics really sold it and showed its beauty.

[@larawalker4737]

Very pretty and fresh!

[@kiraberinger]

Absolutely beautiful. I would buy it in a heartbeat!!! 🤍

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

Awe thank you!

[@aliciab77]

🎯Gotta be my favorite flip💚

[@asalingmerth1441]

That is a beautiful finished product

[@143ArtandSoul]

How beautiful!!!

[@hairtiecoocoo]

Wow, that's beautiful!

[@lesliejohnson7247]

You definitely have an eye for color and what a piece needs! Gorgeous! Love the hardware too!

[@eileenball39]

I appreciate you showing step by step of using wood bleach, and the advantages of surf prep sander. Thank you for being such a good teacher!

[@sandymcadam5184]

Absolutely love that colour 💕

[@donnawhite5826]

Love it. The color is amazing.💞💞💞🤠

[@kellymulligan2157]

Great video, I'm retired and going to start doing this , your tips and tricks are helpful, hopefully I can get all the products in Canada ❤️

[@susanmcewan5759]

Beautiful Lauren ❤

[@carolmoore3706]

It’s so beautiful and I love the colour

[@shirley1091]

So beautiful!

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

Thank you - happy you enjoyed ❤️

[@gloriafields4328]

I absolutely love this piece of furniture. I love the bleached wood on the top and legs. I use a lot of paint wash because it still shows the grain of the piece and looks like a stain. Amazing !! I love the colors. Thanks for a great video.

[@amethyst1826]

I put the screws back into the handles as I remove them as you can almost guarantee one or 2 just won't want to screw into other handles, even tho they should all just fit!

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

Ahh yes, that can happen just like the drawers! Thanks for watching!

[@CynthiaVegas]

That is so true!

[@updownstate]

When I take them apart I put the screw into the handle just a few turns to keep them together because life is too short.

[@loisfolk5492]

Beautifully done. Thanks for the tips.

[@fayedewitt4183]

Positively gorgeous!!!

[@XenobiaF]

You said, “I am Lauren.” Thank you for not starting with, If you’re new here….” Such a small change made me smile!

[@mcm.walnuter3479]

Beautiful Lauren 👌 😍

[@JARI919]

that turned out beautiful ! I Love it

[@marraleepeters2808]

Beautiful! I watched video to learn more about the bleaching product and not only did I get that, but I also learned a lot about sanding and cleaning hardware!! Thank you so much!

[@kisahaag3278]

Holy cow that is amazing!!!!

[@christinebraveman5037]

Once you brought it over to be staged I realized just how beautiful it is. Well done.

[@fatimafreitas2989]

Lauren you are a true inspiration and I Just love how well explained your videos are. You are an amazing teacher!!! I’m glad I was able to find your channel as I am as well starting this flipping furniture journey and hope I can get better thanks to your video/training classes!! Your are awesome!!

[@lfuentes4098]

Looks beautiful. I rarely say I like something without the wood tone but I think the detail on the drawers faces looks better with the paint than the dark walnut. Great job.

[@rosaking8488]

Oh Lauren! I love love that color! ❤️ Congratulations on the naming of the brush for you! That’s awesome! Beautiful job as always! 👍🏻

[@juliahelland6488]

Love the color! Amazing refinishing! ❣

[@kathyturnage192]

Absolutely gorgeous ❤️❤️

[@bethperkins6698]

Love the hardware! Nice job.

[@leisaawolf-tolotta2801]

STUNNING!!!!

[@willtheman840]

Very nice. Some people might clutch their pearls at painting an antique piece. I used to do that some. Now, I think it is part of richness of human creativity to do individual expressions in furniture. Huh, did I say all that?

[@sarahcole3400]

This piece is GORGEOUS!!! I love that you kept the hardware; it really gives the dresser character

[@brenowens2063]

Absolutely beautiful 😍

[@tonyaclaxton9169]

I’m loving your color choice for this piece. Great job Lauren 👍🏼🌸

[@Katherine-ep3ms]

Awww I’m going to go buy the Lauren brush!!!! 💕

[@lindeehopkins6439]

Absolutely beautiful Lauren! I love the color

[@lahabracali]

Southern Indiana is watching.

[@moncy603]

Lauren I love it 😀 you doing awesome work 💪

[@lizmolinar9575]

Just beautiful thanks for the tips ❤

[@beverlyness7954]

I love that little dresser. I thought it was pretty cute before as well with the side details and hardware. I like a scan design, as well as antiques. This piece reminds me of both. Good Job and congrats on getting a brush named after you. How fun!

[@lisajackson4784]

Such a beautiful combination! One of my favorites of yours!

[@timrachelandjulia]

Stunning! Beautiful job once again, Lauren!

[@ginnyevans1035]

That piece turned out sooo beautiful!

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

Thank you! 🙏

[@margaretwilliams6134]

I’m in love with the color! Gorgeous ♥️♥️

[@marjoriemojica5927]

I love the way it all turn out so gorgeous I want to do my project exactly the same . Thank for your channel and advice .

[@thecourtlyalchemist]

Brilliant! I love the color combo.

[@terilamb1195]

It’s absolutely beautiful! Thank you for sharing!

[@lyndapalecek8952]

I like your choice of color with the complimentary wood bleach. Looks beautiful. I would have no problem paying 300.00 to 325.00 for the piece.

[@llovingllife]

I’m just glad I’m not the only one with pants that look like yours! Lol

[@fastfeather3025]

How awesome!!! Congratulations on the Lauren Brush! That’s very cool! 💕❤️