High End DIY Furniture Makeover | Crocodile Texture Dresser

Welcome back to SALVAGED by k. Scott! In this video, I dive into a massive makeover of a Mid Century Modern Style Dresser, turning it into a sleek and high-end masterpiece with a unique crocodile texture design. Join me as I share the process, techniques, and the products used to achieve this transformation.
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[@coleenburgess6689]

Sleek, sexy, modern..finally something completely new and fresh in the painted furniture world!! I love it!! Every flipper on youtube is gonna try this!! YOU are a trendsetter!!! Congrats!!❤

[@mannikmom]

For me, this is the most stunning piece that you’ve ever made. I’m not even into modern looking furniture, but there is just something about this one. Absolutely gorgeous!!

[@marymorrison2484]

It almost has one of that charred wood feel with the black. I absolutely love it. I definitely think it is very doable for the average do it yourselfer. I love the understated pulls, letting the texture be the star of the show.

[@renees766]

I thought it was charred wood at first!

[@abigailhamiltonactor]

"I HATE painted furniture!" I've said that so often, that it's become my mantra! So, Ms Katie Scott, thank you for turning all my ideas about painted furniture ON THEIR HEADS! This was the first ever "painted" video I've ever watched and absolutely approved of--- Congratulations, on teaching an old dog, a beautiful new trick!! LOL 👍

[@dorothypuntarich784]

In my view that's what life is about learning & growing..in so many positive ways❤

[@sherrysmith332]

So masculine! So many furniture artists create beautiful feminine pieces, it nice to see an elegant manly design. Way to go Katie 🎉

[@sendmeplantpics]

Normally not a huge fan of painted furniture, but damn, the original dresser with those crosses was a hard no. Really like the black on black on black and the texture is really something else, very impressive!

[@rhondabliss4620]

And I thought I was the only one who jumped around like that when I got something perfect!!! I loved seeing your joy at getting the roller to completely do what you wanted.

[@scanmead]

This is absolutely what we need more of: creativity and boldness! Great job, Katie!

[@LemonstoLemonadeFurniture]

And this is why you are the GOAT! I mean…friend…this is excellent! And I am now dying to try this!!

[@shellydehart8217]

That is STUNNING! I’m not real big on the modern flow but this turned out unbelievably awesome. It’s really cool looking. I’m sure some young couple will fall in love with it. Proud of you taking that chance, it was well worth it. ♥️♥️😊👍👍🌟👍

[@valr852]

I’m not young,but I love it,lots of older people love modern peices

[@portialipton]

I'm halfway through and the alligator roller has just made its appearance. So exciting! ..... Back again at the end. I think you've started a trend Katie. This is so 'modern gentleman's study'. I'm going to try it with a dark brown drawer contrast with bronze hardware to make it look even more like an enormous piece of expensive French luggage. May I say your spraying technique is flawless.

[@lindabunce5133]

Your idea sounds really cool. Would love to see your finished project.

[@lindaposta939]

Such a cool sophisticated look!

[@donnabacon4681]

The dark brown and bronze will be gorgeous! LOVE that color combo! Now! I am thinking on what I can do!

[@joeyfletcher8983]

So cool! I wonder how brown wax would look over the black🤔

[@ciaralewis968]

❤❤

[@marilynyarbrough7951]

What a perfect marriage of elements. Big fan of both. Great job, Katie.

[@klo9380]

I love how excited you still get when something works! Brilliant

[@valr852]

I love the black handles,doesn’t distract from the design

[@charlenegoskowicz8220]

Love, love, love! That is the most fabulous and sophisticated flip ever!

[@lollygee172]

Katie! This turned out so much better than I thought it would! Lol. The black made it quite masculine and really handsome. I think the croc pattern could be beautiful in other colors too. If someone wanted a softer look a light taupe would be pretty! Great job trying something new. It gives us all courage! ❤

[@michellesutton202]

I think that this turned out awesome. Love the faux alligator texture, way way more than those x's on the drawers. Gives visual interest without being overwhelming. Great video too, thanks for sharing with us.😊😊❤❤

[@user-vl8qw8hp1g]

Wow! I wasn't sure about the gator texture at first, but it looks GREAT!!!

[@theresaburg5881]

Why you are using the roller and got it to where you're happy and got excited, I smiled at your reaction. Great work.

[@ChristinaMuscari]

Love, love, love! Definitely taking a spot in my Katie Scott top 5!

[@mercy229]

This transformation is spectacular! Love it.

[@lyndagreenwald3909]

That was such a transformation! I didn’t know there was such a roller that could do that! Love the outcome 🎉

[@vkarnil]

What more can one say except fabulous, Darling! ❤❤❤

[@donnabacon4681]

KAPOW!! THAT IS INCREDIBLE! LOVE the alligator skin (moc croc) look! So fun & sophisticated! Thinking on what I have or need to find to do this! I appreciate not using contrasting pulls as they would detract from the coolness of the pattern. You really know your how to flip furniture. I love how you explain what you do and why. Enjoy your day! Have a fab weekend!!

[@MelDidItHerself]

SO FUN!! never would have thought to try this, the drywall compound with different textures just opened up a whole new world 🤯🤯 turned out so good! Go Katie!

[@loisbolton1800]

I was a bit dubious at first about the faux croc texture, but once I saw it was only on the drawer fronts I totally got it. Like a classic Chanel handbag, this would look divine with the handles in polished brass and matching polished brass bracket legs.

[@TJ-hk7ns]

I am shocked that you don’t have 1 billion likes, because this dresser is absolutely beautiful. I am definitely going to try this technique. You did an amazing job. Wow! 💙🤎🖤🤎💙🤎🖤💙🤎🖤💙🤎🖤❤️

[@kristind1110]

Your videos always have such helpful tips. The offhand statement about how well BIN shellac sticks to everything and therefore makes you leery of using it in your sprayer -- super helpful, never would've thought of that, and I just bought a sprayed, so, THANKS!

[@pattyharrison6386]

Katie, I have to tell you that every time I stop by one of your videos, I am pleasantly surprised by the gorgeous pieces that you turn out. I'm not a fan of prints or skins as a rule, BUT, THIS,,, may have just changed my mind

[@user-oe6kk5kt4f]

Hi Katie, 2 things... 1 - I'm so not into the black furniture thing 2 - I'm definitely not in the animal designs on anything... But this, this turned out AMAZING!!!!!!!! I'm sure you won't ha e any problems selling it, and I can see more animal designs you want to do 😚

[@kitfranzman4860]

This looks is all the rage right now. A giant purse, love it! Love it!

[@pamsheets632]

Katie this is spectacularly stunning! What a gorgeous outcome! Love it! 😊❤

[@marydd4147]

Stunning! Not usually a fan of black furniture.

[@youdontspeakforme4339]

WOW! At first, I thought you lost your mind. Lol. I’m shocked that I think this turned out gorgeous ❤

[@dyanalayng5507]

That's a triumphant piece! Look at all the great storage in a statement dresser - it could go in someone's living room, bedroom or office. Well done. ❤

[@user-lc1qf5to5m]

I didn't think I was going to like this, but it looks fabulous. Well done!

[@teresamoore9231]

I think you have one of the best furniture flip tutorial channels on KZbin. Would like to see how you do your videos and editing.

[@joannawalsh6997]

WOW..!! Can't believe I'm using the words "sultry" and "exciting" for a piece of furniture....but it is..!! ❤

[@agataostia6485]

I felt dizzy with all those drawers but the results! 🐊🐊🐊😍

[@trudyeby464]

I love learning new things, obviously you do, too. Thanks for taking us along for the ride!

[@Flusenmonster]

I think that turned out fantastic🤩👍‍Imagine it in a man cave with leather chairs or a leather couch and dark wood furniture...or even in a industrial styled room. Just love this!

[@ellenswartz7203]

This is incredible. I’m really shocked. When I first heard what you were going to do I thought for sure “no bueno” - to coin a phrase. But it looks beautiful. Or should I say handsome. You are one of the best out there Katie. Amazing.

[@bfranklin1052]

I was so ready to type that this is not my style, but I have to say that this came out super cool! Great job, Katie!

[@DiamondDustAndVerdigris]

First, I love how giddy you were when the roller texture experiment worked so well! 😊 Second, I'll bet some Rub 'N Buff and a brass plate at the bottom would take this to the next level! Not that the super luxe, fancy schmancy aesthetic is my thing, but... Just an idea. 🙂 All that being said, well done! This is spectacular!

[@Anne-qf5ou]

Very modern, indeed. I hope you will use the crocodile again!

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

its so neat & unique!!

[@suecrandell1659]

Katie, beautiful finish. I just love this one. I'd love to see this alligator finish in a bright color like red. Thank you for sharing your art!

[@valr852]

I love a modern vibe

[@lindawhite5006]

How unique is that! WOW! I love it! Thank you for taking your time and sharing with us. 🇺🇸

[@ariannaschafer3326]

Spectacular! Wow I love the alligator! That is so cool! Thank you for sharing that new toy!!

[@trinapatterson8872]

It turned out so awesome Katie, I really loved your excitement and giggles after you got it the way you wanted it

[@samiam4951]

I thought the original piece was hideous, and when I heard your idea to give it a crocodile texture I thought "Oh no, this dresser's going from ugly to uglier!" BUT, I gotta say, you pulled it off! Watching you work was entertaining as always, and the end result looks really high-end. Another creative & well done makeover!

[@honeykat1]

It looks soooo much better!! I mean, it's not even the same piece anymore!! Beautiful! kindest regards, k

[@nykdanu]

I gotta admit I was thinking this could be pretty cheesy ... but you nailed it it's stunning

[@Alexandra-jj2qh]

That turned out so well! Great job, fun (but a little nerve-racking), to try something new, but glad you did.

[@MrHuismeester]

What a nice and original idea to upgrade a rather dull Dresser !!! And I love the color black that is giving this piece a extra boost ! Everything is fitting so well and this piece is back on the Market for somebody to place this in its House !! Nice video !!

[@croberts709]

I thought you were making a mistake with the all black...boy was I wrong it's amazing looking!

[@brianne9]

I didn't think I would like this, but instead, I love it!

[@hazel1960]

Very sleek in black well done

[@tc-gd8ln]

i really love this flip. you are so great about exploring color and texture. i probably would have put gold hardware on there like the look of a purse with it's gold fittings. stunning.

[@deborahmatatall]

Extremely cool idea! I love the transformation! In my head, this has a glossier finish. Only because black looks blacker with a satin or semi-gloss finish. I really need to try this! Beautiful!🌸

[@patriciavelazquez1010]

high-end and very masculine.

[@joannye2871]

Unbelievably beautiful and unique!

[@shelly1224]

That is an amazing transformation of a dresser.

[@barbaraleventhal8571]

Just perfect. I purchased the roller and was nervous about using it. Thank you for sharing. What a great makeover.

[@kristind1110]

Also wanted to say: FAVORITE FLIP EVER! 🏆✨

[@jenkaa55]

Sleek perfection! Great job, Katie!

[@gingerdunn6590]

This is something I have never seen before . It looks great . Thank You for showing this.. Love From Oklahoma

[@LynnLinn1]

Didn’t think I would like it but, wow it’s beautiful. 💚

[@korinnespencer1324]

A Brahmin dresser! Absolutely beautiful!

[@danielleb5514]

Awesome job, now I want a crocodile paint roller.

[@joansmall9019]

This is beautiful. You created Shagreen.

[@alexa7t7]

This is just so cool!!!! I am usually not a big fan of crocodile skin, but let me tell you: I would love to have this piece at home!! it's stunning!

[@Erin_Wilson_Studios]

Way to carry through a vision!

[@jenniferknaff10]

Sleek and beautiful

[@jennlizzy2019]

TOUCH-DOWN!!! I had a doubt while you described what you were planning. Well, you executed this concept beautifully.

[@louanneross6410]

Spectacular Katie. So sleek and cool. You are fierce.

[@christiangalloway3670]

Absolutely love your work. This one is definitely a favorite. Just stunning! Thank you for sharing your fun and creativity.

[@franceswright8277]

Absolutely stunning! What a beautiful piece!

[@johnmclain6535]

That finishing product you used on top of the paint is SLICK!!! I dig it! Very cool

[@lfuentes4098]

That’s actually pretty cool. You have to tell us how many offers you get on it.😊

[@susanmorris-smith5509]

Katie that is one stunning makeover!!!! Well done 🙏🎉🎶

[@myrapatton8001]

Stunning! So happy for you that your vision was accomplished.

[@briemills9209]

I honestly didn't thnk it would look good but....I was wrong! Great job.

[@madamm2026]

You outdone yourself with this piece! Marvelous job, I enjoyed it. God bless. ❤

[@cherylwine6003]

That is really cool and interesting! You really transformed that dresser- no one would ever guess how the original looked. The crocodile effect and the monochromatic black brought it forward in time about 50 years!

[@FridayFrida]

Wow, I really didn’t think I would like a crocodile dresser, but it’s fabulous! Great save, the x:s were hideous! I hope this one finds its way into the perfect eclectic home.

[@katherineharper-sj4ys]

Katie, how creative!! My aunt had alligator luggage in the 60s and this immediately reminded me of this. You did a fantastic job. Thanks for sharing.

[@aplewis59]

I never would have thought of that. I don't usually like crocodile texture, but this turned out great.

[@jodilea144]

Oh my gosh - this is too cool! I love how that turned out! I may have to get one of those rollers to play around with…🤔😊

[@kaylabates5841]

I’m in love!! I can not wait to try this!!! Such great work, Katie! You’re an inspiration all the way down South in LOUISIANA!! 🐊

[@shellyannray3601]

You did a fabulous job on transforming this dresser!! ❤❤❤

[@latinomartynos]

I was sceptic when I saw you are trying to do this odd crocodile on the furniture but... with the total black mat look I am convinced totally! Thanks for the inspiration and experiment!

[@judybesse4058]

Katie-you never disappoint....love it ❤

[@enagonzalez6463]

Woooooooooo!!!! You did it Katie!!! ❤

[@juliekaplan4713]

The makeover is stunning! I really love your videos!

[@carmenflores2016]

ABSOLUTELY STUNNING KAT83😢. GREAT JOB

[@emmavik-fredriksson640]

Love your videos, always different and fun without it being too much. Love this! Such a cool effekt (and no animal hurt in the process😊)

[@dddecker1412]

I love what you did to this dresser. It looks like something that would be at Anthropologie for sale. Awesome job!! Very elegant with the matte black & funky at the same time with the unexpected texture. DDecker

[@sharilambeth9062]

That’s insanely beautiful!

[@LV12800]

WOW. WOW. WOW...JUST STUNNING!!! ❤❤❤