How to Refinish Nightstands for Beginners

In this video, watch how I refinish 2 nightstands using paint and stain. I decided to get creative and modernize the old base using a few new tools. I also wanted to give this piece a unique appearance, after staring at these nightstands for hours I decided I wanted to do a different stain job than normal. Overall, I think these nightstands came out looking good!
Enjoy the video process on how to refinish a nightstand and feel free to ask any questions you may have in the comment section below.
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[@Mountain-Momma]

A tip for getting tape to come off clean is to pull it up before the paint is dry. If you can't, use your knife and cut in the corners around where the tape is to be removed and you'll get nice clean lines!

[@jodidavis6595]

Wow Jamie you sure have come a long way. From apartment to your own garage. I can’t believe what you’re able to do in an apartment! 😳👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 this just popped up in my feed and I was so excited to see another one even if it’s 2 yrs old I was thrilled. Now you’re big time with all the fancy tools lol. Well done. The color combo was beautiful 😍👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Thanks so much! I am so happy to work in a garage to tackle projects I never could! Thanks Jodi :)

[@CindyLopez-z8j]

You are giving us Bob Ross vibes with the calm voice and brush strokes and we are loving it!

[@delyda]

They turned out gorgeous. Love the contrast!! I also love that you show that it IS possible to refinish furniture in a smaller apartment space. 🧡😊

[@CopperCactusDIY]

These turned out great! Two-tone is my very favorite and I love what you did to modernize the base. Nice!

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Thanks!!

[@LoriM222]

ME TOO! I love 2 tone more than any other look.

[@francerodriguez5662]

Starting a side job with something I love.. wood and thrifting!. I'm watching all your videos! I'm so happy you're doing jobs in your apartment because that's the kind of learning I need. I live on a small apartment..so this is great! Thank you!

[@diytainment]

Staining the little areas around the drawer was a awesome idea! It made the piece stand out even more! Nicely done 👍🏽

[@flippingnic2983]

Turned out beautifully. Love the painted hardware. Also love your Dexter moment with the plastic; made me laugh.

[@roshawndalight7470]

Nice! Also, love your little work around tips for being in an apartment. Very helpful. Great video and pieces came out great! 💖💖💖

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Thanks Roshawnda, glad it was helpful!

[@michelepiatek301]

Those turned out beautiful, here’s a pro tip score along the tape line with a razor blade knife before you pull up the tape. There won’t be any extra paint to clean up after you pull the tape.

[@ariellaenglish2905]

Wow! They are beautiful! I learned loads, thank you!

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Thanks Ariella! No problem, thank you for watching!

[@judymielcarek6011]

Oh Wow, beautiful! Love the outcome!

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Thanks Judy!

[@Katherine-zp4bq]

Really nice. They looked so boring & dated before but now they look modern & expensive. 👍

[@KaityWebster]

You did such a good job! Not only do they look nice I think they’re going to last a long time!

[@miriamgutierrez3656]

I totally love the new look on this nightstands!…Great job!

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Thank you!!

[@kblack8770]

They are beautiful. You did a great job.

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Thanks K!

[@bottleflipping1908]

Fantastic job!!!!

[@jenwarshawsky189]

I love the two-tone as well. They look great and I plan on refurbishing a nightstand of mine soon. Thanks for this video. P.S. You have a very soothing voice!

[@esmigarcia64]

Great job, I am trying to re do my nightstands, so thank you for this. Thank you for doing this video.

[@joannasarcamedes8191]

I really like the color combination you chose.

[@markellwilliams3594]

So cool! Really loved it! You make it look so easy lol. Thank you for sharing that my brother. 🙏🏽👍🏾🤍have a blessed rest of the week

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Loved this video! That paint color is gorgeous.

[@armelleaymonin8907]

Beautiful job!

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Thank you!

[@holly5791]

Very nice set. I like that you left some wood details. I also like the two-tone effect. It looks very chic! Good job on the details. 🙂👍

[@jacspratt1786]

@Furniture Flippa. Absolutely stunning. I'm about to attempt my own makeover of my wardrobes and chest of drawers and that colour would be ideal. Thanks from the UK

[@Lisa-es9fg]

So beautiful!!

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Thank you!!

[@aussiegirl2148]

Gorgeous, what a difference..

[@appolop8273]

Nice job!!

[@fernandofonseca6326]

Looking good bro

[@michaelcristofano5863]

You always do a great job even in your apartment.

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Thanks Michael!

[@bonnienoriega3000]

Beautiful

[@bubblesvs]

Wow! What a difference! Great job! Thank you!

[@dbird1584]

Awesome job, they look so very high end! 👍👍

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Thank you so much D! :)

[@elainestokes7822]

Very nice job.

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Thank you!

[@debraneria4242]

Beautiful turn out ..I have gotta try that fusion Bellwood paint for sure🥰👍

[@FauverConcepts]

Bro these are amazing!!! Its a little eerie not hearing any background music. But still, great job bud!

[@micheletotton9342]

Really nice

[@bump_it_up_furniture1409]

Very beautiful

[@janeencole334]

Very nice.

[@nukapuka]

Beautiful, like chocolate looking. But I would sand the bottom and apply cheaper wax to nourish the wood there also.

[@DLtheGreat]

My flippa 😎

[@kathleenhernandez3772]

They are beautiful

[@lisettewurster3648]

Amazing as always! Stunning

[@Gypsymoonlite]

Beautiful. Well done.

[@katc9405]

Gorgeous

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Thanks!

[@nancyholmes1140]

Great job, really made a difference!👍🤗

[@runJFK]

Really helpful video as I’m refurbishing some furniture for my son’s room!

[@jogaudet1]

They came out great!!!

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Thanks! and thanks for watching Joanne!

[@suesherman3587]

Turned out great!

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Thank you Sue!

[@eddiebear9141]

Beautiful job! I love them!

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Thanks for watching!!

[@ladybolipia]

Nice

[@TheBeefTrain]

Your channel is badass beo

[@andrewstackhouse9608]

You should try Kilz restoration primer. It would be more cost effective than the Dixie Belle Boss by far. It has great coverage, adhesion, and powders up nice when sanded. Plus it is water clean up.

[@FurnitureFlippa]

I will have to try it sometime! But Dixie Belle Boss is also water-based. Thanks for watching!

[@LoriM222]

Gorgeous!!!

[@anitakalli100]

Beautiful work! 👏

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Thanks Anita!

[@darlenemccarthy7251]

Super nice!! 👏👏

[@samcooke306]

How long did this take you and what was your spend on products? Beautiful outcome.

[@msjetta5818]

Very nice!

[@ryanvolland1643]

What did you get for them in the end?

[@orleiantonio5629]

💯

[@flippingsomefurniture]

Nice.

[@tite7775]

😍😍😍

[@jeanrainbow7628]

How much will you sell them for. They turned out beautifully

[@jinpimp]

How long did this project take from start to finish?

[@KeptForJesus]

How long will they last without paint scuffs?

[@mrststreasures9628]

Wow!!! What an amazing change!! Did you sell them? If so what did they bring?

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Thanks Melissa! Still have them, hopefully they sell soon!

[@lisabrown1515]

Nice job! Do you topcoat your Fusion for protection or just to shine it up? Thanks!

[@FurnitureFlippa]

I like to add the topcoat for the extra protection! But it does also give it a nice finished look. Thanks for watching!

[@cesarthoughtsthings772]

Where cuz at??

[@Mystique-lu8ed]

That is way too much work for me. Lol. Sorry but I'll be skipping a few steps. Although you did it right and they look beautiful.

[@leahrose4230]

i was born in 1981

[@kccodex8931]

Beautiful, like night and day, the original look, was dated, but not cool dated. I felt a positive sigh of relief, at the end. Similar to when I declutter a space. Very nice.

[@regor4830]

Good instructional video.

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Thanks!!

[@kimzimmerman2492]

The newly styled bedside tables look so sharp! WoW I am impressed. I have been looking at these types of tables that seem to be flooding FBMP lately and thinking I should snag a couple and redo them. Your design is the best by far I have seen for a while. Intriguing two tone in a unique and different way. Perfect! Thanks for sharing now I know what can be done. Best of luck with the sale!

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Thanks so much! Glad you liked them!

[@rhonda6082]

They look great!! What a good job!

[@TheLoveweaver]

That's sharp!

[@livvytodlivvytodd2379]

Beautiful!!!