Is BEIGE FURNITURE Out of STYLE?

[@tinareynolds2938]

I was shocked when you covered up the leafy details. Those were one of the best things about it. I understand the modernization but I wish you kept the ornate touches and then modernized it with paint colors. But we all have our own style! The darker pieces you have painted have been my favorites. Especially anything French Provincial. ❤😊

[@annemurphy9339]

I cringed when I saw that too. It was a lovely touch that would have looked different with the new finish.

[@amber_Forever16]

It was the best thing about it! She literally made a whole different look and didn't keep not one thing from the original look! This set is old too, probably antique, it deserves to be handled as such.

[@wandaswain820]

@@tinareynolds2938 me too!

[@ginenelafontaine8343]

@@amber_Forever16 Hi Amber, just wanted to reach out to let you know that the furniture is not an antique. An antique is over 100 years old and that style is from the mid-1980s. The design would work for someone who loved the cottage look. The wood is knotty pine.

[@gregdrivesdriver5104]

@@ginenelafontaine8343 You're right. I looked at the set and said, that's the same PINE set that I have at my mountain house. It's not "antique" but certainly an 80's set and the condition is great because it's quality. I wished that someone could have reached out to Lauren and let her know more about the set before she started with all of the sanding and staining. You need to know your woods and how to "restore" them.

[@aw2533]

I love that you share your “trials and tribulations”! As an amateur, I learn a lot from those scenes and don’t feel so alone in my own frustrations. I’ve been watching your vids since you left your kindergarten classroom and am impressed with how much you’ve grown. Your hard work and perseverance is evident, and has paid off! Thanks for your transparency in your work. Awesome job!

[@helenbell6179]

I'm not sure on the hardware either. Maybe try the original black hardware on the beige. Give it a more modern look.

[@geoffreyopulski138]

What trials? what tribulations? she sands off the old finish , then slaps on a primer and paint and sells it. there's nothing hard about what is being done here. there's no major repair work needed, she buying furniture that doesn't require any repair work. and if it does she bondo's or uses woodputty to fix the issue which is not a long term fix. infact it's no fix at all.

[@lorrieguinn8221]

I have been doing a lot of pieces in a paint wash with Algonquin and then going over them with a light coat of aged oak gel stain. It has really made a difference in how fast my natural wood pieces sell. It adds the perfect amount of warmth to the wood instead of the more stark look of just a paint wash. I also use matte black hardware with my wood pieces and that makes a difference too with the contrast.

[@jillosiecki3049]

My mother had furniture from the 50’s that had a light paint wash that were then stained over that. This was called “blonde” finish, even when it was used with dark stains like walnut. The grain was filled with the paint, and then the stain went over the surface, and you would see those little flecks of paint through the stain. So the “blonde” finish from the 50’s could actually be dark colors. My mother had a bedroom set with a “blonde” finish on walnut wood, with walnut stain.

[@jojoolson]

I would love to see a picture of the piece with the aged oak gel stain?

[@LilyBecca]

Excellent idea. I personally do not like the look of paint wash. It looks too trendy and cheap, in my opinion. I bet it is gorgeous with the warmpth of the gel stain!

[@amber_Forever16]

Do you put the stain all over it?

[@traceyrichardson9550]

UK here, we have varnished wood on the top with a dark colour ( green, navy blue, paynes grey) underneath at the moment. Take a look, I think you’ll like the contrast xx

[@barbaracarlson1331]

I liked the leaf detail. There is still something good about traditional style.

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

i figured some people may like it but it could appeal to more people with the new design instead (:

[@SJLamb-te3dt]

The failures teach as much as the successes. Thank you for sharing both! It is very helpful.

[@karenboucher7507]

I agree with others I dont really care for the hardware. I dont know if I really like the color. Will say I enjoy watching your process. Praying someone will purchase

[@StaceNyourFace]

Kincaid Furniture is generally excellent quality and pretty expensive comparatively. That set was probably sold for over $2,000 new originally.

[@A-Minor-Music]

I liked the original stained finish & leaf detail. Was sad to see the leaf detail go. But you know best what is selling in your area.

[@1111lizzard]

yes!!! The leaves were really nice!!

[@amber_Forever16]

Well it didn't sell and I think she shouldn't have covered them, I wonder if she can pull the boards off, and some black matte knobs would be better but imo I would've put pull handles instead of knobs, imagine the drawers heavy, full of jeans and then having to pull on the little knobs to open it, it doesn't seem right, it's solid wood so they're already heavy. That might be why they aren't selling

[@orlandifam]

The color wouldn’t be something I would buy, but I agree with others to switch to black hardware. For that price point, I think it would bring in more interest. Fingers crossed that it sells for you soon!!!

[@greeneyedlady7290]

Looks great! I love the look of the bleached wood finish. I would prefer dark bronze or matte black hardware tho.

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

definitely! i thought the hardware I ordered was a bit more on the bronze/brass side but it kind of ended up being more coppery! I may switch it to black here soon if these don't sell! thanks for watching!

[@kimzimmerman2492]

Oh my goodness! Thank you for sharing this video and your trial and error it was fabulous to walk through your process with you, see what you thought worked and how you mitigated issues. It was a learning journey for us all! I also thank you for taking these pieces back to bare wood and giving them a new and updated look using a paint wash rather than covering it with opaque paint, it was fun to see it transform into something more modern. Really great job as always!

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

glad you enjoyed!!! 😀 I love sharing all the trials and errors! 🙌🏼

[@TheCripticWolf]

Another great flip! I personally wouldn’t get something that color in my house, but I know somebody will love it. But I agree with some other comments, maybe try black hardware if it doesn’t move soon. I always like to have it when the hardware color contrasts with the piece, makes it pop. I’ve learned a lot from this channel, keep it up!

[@kathyaakananabluebird]

I vote to try black pulls if it doesn't sell in a month.

[@iwillfollowhimtothend8559]

I would love to buy pieces finished by you! You are so thorough with your technique, as well as educating yourself…your experience and talents speak volumes! Love your work!!!

[@majesticmythicalsart7563]

Black pulls would really elevate this in my opinion especially with the color choice

[@gmamah9559]

I have a set like this and I've been thinking about painting the bottoms that new dark teak blue green and staining the tops darker. This is gorgeous!!

[@miekesmit7012]

It's pretty. A lot of people are looking for black, slate grey. Love this one

[@SusanBuckingham-ut2ez]

Wow, what a project! There's always room to learn something new, like using the bleach to combat blotchiness. So nice you had a friend to turn to for assistance. Love the trim you mounted to hide the leaves. It turned out very pretty and I'm sure someone will fall in love with it. The hardware is classy, love it! (I personally wish the knots didn't show through across the pieces, so sorry)

[@deerogatory]

The only thing I would have done different was darker/black pulls.

[@marthajean50]

Me, too, and I think if she just switched those up, she might find her buyer sooner. A little more contrast with a subtle color like that can work wonders!

[@dianestrickland2685]

Yes, it is odd to work so hard to get rid of the yellow/orange tones and then put yellow brass knobs on it.

[@JulieThompson38]

Love the work you do, but my opinion is paint versus wash would have been better on this set and not loving the hardware color with the wash color. You are very talented, and I enjoy seeing your work and your success!

[@leeannoneal4847]

I love Algonquin! I used Cathedral Taupe the same way you did, as a paint wash on my solid wood buffet. So pretty!

[@gregdrivesdriver5104]

Lauren, that set is a classic PINE set from Kincaid. Shaker Ridge is the design pattern in Kincaid Furniture in Hickory Park, North Carolina. It's a solid wood set, traditional in style. Pine is a great wood choice for people in areas with humidity. The refinish looks good but you might consider BLACK hardware and highlighting the original leaf pattern. Really enjoy your quality work!

[@rebescapades4523]

I hadn't seen any of your videos in a while, and your production quality has skyrocketed! Well done adapting and learning new skills (or hiring great videographer/editor)

[@ponderrosie4975]

To me, the final result looked like pieces you would find at a store that sells furniture you have to either stain or paint yourself after you buy. I think the original hue of the wood was way more pleasing.

[@nataliemarshall7158]

She took it from looking a bit dated to looking very bland and bleh nothing special at all 😢

[@wandaswain820]

@@ponderrosie4975 we had a store like that here in my town called Naked Furniture. It had to be finished it was real popular back in the eighties.

[@maryoconnell3857]

Good job, Lauren! You are an honest person and your humility is admirable. Have a great day!

[@ReadingforRest4711]

Awesome video... Love your honesty!... and your enthusiasm to share with your peeps!.... Appreciate your hard work, love we can all learn so much! TY!

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

I appreciate that! glad you enjoyed!!

[@Hollybank5]

Lauren, I admire your dedication to making all your pieces look so beautiful ❤. I’m sure the set will find a loving home soon !!

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

thanks so much!

[@marilynweist2645]

I’m going to be honest with you! I can’t say that I don’t like it but it’s not my cup of tea. I also don’t understand why people are so into the paint wash. Let your paint shine through! 😅 Please keep us updated on how it goes! As far as your painting and all of the work goes you still kick butt! 🎉

[@thomasc3337]

One thing that is useful about spritzing with water is that it will raise the grain and after a final sand should be pretty darn smooth.

[@char8272]

Beige is great, but I would use black hardware.

[@beatdizzy]

Yeah the color is too cool to add the warm gold hardware

[@sbfineart1]

My thought exactly. Black hardware or oiled bronze would look better.

[@Mel-p9o]

It’s an excellent solid wood furniture brand.

[@joanngarza3734]

Thank you for your videos. Loved being able to see the reality of your decisions, choices, research and reaching out for help. This helps me to give myself some grace when things dont work out like I think the should. Great job. ❤

[@carmenhealer4635]

We just finally painted 2 of our pieces that were that color. Originally purchased in 1992 for our 2 year old son”s room. Have been meaning to repaint or refinish since 2007. Finally got around to it in a deep grey blue. I loved the whitewashed wood tone but my husband and son did not after 17 years. Someone will probably love these pieces.

[@alentrevor]

and mrs T Really love the set you have done a great job hope it sells quick for you as you deserve the hard work you put in

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

Thank you so much!

[@michelekerrigan6260]

I really like this look. If I was looking for a set, I would purchase this. I think it's beautiful

[@justscrolling7750]

Love your work and love audible while sanding and painting. Keeps me sane. I hope Audible decides to sponsor you. 👍

[@CompostWatcher]

You didn't have to use stripper, so a few more sanding pads doesn't seem bad (to me). I like that you showed the snags along the way. I like the end product. They're worth every penny.

[@donnastokes496]

Thanks for all that learning included in today video. I do have to say I don't like the stain on this piece I would've painted the fronts and sides cos it just doesn't look right to me

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

different stroke for different folks (: I actually like the differentiation in the wood grain (: thanks for watching!

[@twinnish]

I love the big bachelor chests that have so much more storage than most small nightstands. More room for books and a drink and a lamp on the surface, too!

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

agreed!

[@candyvic63]

I love how you explain everything ❤❤❤

[@annaleroy2458]

I like the original amber color with all the details cleaned up. You're very talented but I think the Beige is to cool toned and warm toned is nice.

[@carolynmcelmeel1851]

Kincaid Furniture brand is quality furniture. We were able to visit their showroom in High Point, North Carolina and chose a oak bedroom set from this brand name, it’s probably at least 30 old by now. It still looks brand new. It has a four poster bed, night stand, chest of drawers and and armoire. Also came with a step stool to get in bed with, and thank goodness it did because I’m short and wasn’t able to get up in the four poster frame. ❤

[@shellylemons]

I work with Popular wood in a small way a lot. I use a white paint for the wood to take whatever I want to do to it. I have stained it but it doesn’t take a lot and I used a dark color.

[@SwanLake2.0]

You could use diluted lye instead of part A, and hydrogen peroxide 30% (it is sold in pool care stores ) instead of part B. I used it many times in my furniture flipping projects. It’s so much cheaper than actual wood bleach sets. I use it mostly on red oak furniture. It works wonders. I like white oak furniture look instead of red/orange undertones. Just try it. It really works. I did research it for refinishing my floors (it was red oak and I wanted very light wood for more open feel.

[@lauralukic6825]

Kincaid was a very well known brand into the early 90s. We had this dresser in 1985. This set is solid pine and was easily damaged

[@lizhoward9754]

Beautiful! I was surprised that furniture sets sell better. I thought the furniture set thing was a bit passé but obviously not. You have a great suggestion about using AI to stage pieces when selling them on FB Marketplace. One thing…we need an update on the Airbnb and how the store is doing!

[@wendycampbell5099]

They sold the Air BnB months ago

[@lizhoward9754]

@@wendycampbell5099 ah! Thanks. I didn’t know that

[@BarbaraWatowicz]

Yes that wood is pine because of the knots in it. When I stripped paint off of trim in a house I owned I had to condition the pine wood with something (I can’t remember what it is right now) so the wood would accept the stain. If I didn’t do that, the stain would blotch like your wash did. The bleach and vinegar neutralizer accomplished the same thing it looks like. Anyway I agree with the others about the black hardware.

[@JudithMurrphine]

I also love audio books. I mostly use my library app which has saved me quite a bit of money. Chirp and Audible are my backup apps if the library doesn’t have a book I want to listen to.

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

yes! I also use Libby for some audio books! love them allll!

[@crystalroldan-leben6522]

I LOVE how those turned out!!!

[@DigsRetro]

The end result looks beautiful! Have you considered a matte black hardware, though? I think that could modernize them even more.

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

thank you! yes, I may change it out to see if that helps it sell! its crazy how much hardware can truly effect how a piece looks!

[@NastaranDavar]

Yeah. I think trying the staining/paint,... On one pice or drawer and moving on to sanding down other pieces while the stained one is drying up would be best option for scenarios like this. It turned out great btw.

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

I was going to do a stain and then I decided against it but maybe I should've done it! I am definitely considering the black hardware though!

[@NastaranDavar]

@@FurnitureFlippingTeacher oh nice! Good luck with it. Love you from Iran ❤

[@lisafoster5939]

I've been following your videos since you were paying off student loans. But this makeover... I would've bought it in original form with the wonderful leaf details and original hardwood finish.

[@judyledbetter2811]

Beautiful job. You did Kincaid proud! It is a very good grade of furniture.

[@StaceNyourFace]

People use saw dust for all kinds of different things. Crafts, etc. Some people sell it e Bay for $10+ per pound, plus shipping. 😉 30 lbs x $10 = $300. FB Marketplace would also be a great place to sell it in bigger quantities. 👍

[@pridegurl7]

For me the hardware isn't the best option. But I'm thinking it's the skirting at the bottom that's holding it back. 🤔 Maybe change those lines and it'll move. So much hard work you did on these.

[@rachelwalden3756]

Hi! Beginner flipper here. You mentioned you want to make sure the drawers are in the right place before labeling. HOW would I know? I feel like it’s a dumb question but I’d like to learn!! ❤

[@jillosiecki3049]

Poplar was often used for painted woodwork. It naturally has a lot of green tones in it. Staining is hard because it has so much difference in its natural colors.

[@kateivester3122]

Love watching and learning from you! Thank you ❤

[@rhondaadams4013]

I use to work in a furniture store 20+ years ago and I recall the brand name Kincaid.

[@caroldry9262]

Amazing, love everything you did. Very talented lady..

[@StaceNyourFace]

She sure is! 👍😉

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

Thanks so much 😊

[@candyowens8295]

Looks great and the brass looks elegant…the trend of black hardware is so commonplace in makeovers today.

[@BethHaynes]

Are you keeping any of your sanding dust to mix with wood glue for wood filler?

[@larainefleming9143]

Beautiful as always

[@jeffbouchez5134]

looks great I actually like the paint wash on this set

[@brenmanock]

I love a light paint wash. So gorgeous

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

thanks!

[@lorivybihal5385]

I would have used a wood stain on it and put new hardware on it. I don't think I would paint something that's that. Good of quality furniture and solid wood. Although I am guilty of painting a broyhill triple dresser at one point, but my daughter still loves it and she still uses it after many years

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

a paint wash is essentially a stain, as you can still see the wood. just a different method! thanks for watching.

[@ameliareaganwright2758]

Lauren, As usual, you did a fantastic job, however never have I been a fan of paint washes, and I never will be. I’m all for painting and/or staining.

[@mariapinto5385]

I think black pulls would have given more umph, but still beautiful.

[@sarah30uk]

Not sure how I feel about these. The colour looks dirty and they’re just not appealing. Maybe darker hardware would have looked better. I believe the wood is pine. If you find it doesn’t sell you should re do it and either do a full paint job and not a wash or do the bottom parts painted and the tops in either bare wood or a paint wash. Appreciate all your hard work on it though.

[@wandaswain820]

@@sarah30uk it had pine knots. I'm not crazy about the knots showing thru the finish.

[@jmgood2870]

It looks nice! Just remember, money is tight now for many (food/gas) and pieces that sold quicker may take a bit more time.. I'm sure they will sell. 😊

[@CarolynS.Cooper-io4jw]

Turned out beautiful.

[@KateObrien-bg1sz]

worth every penny looks great

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

thank you!

[@mardigra1916]

Loving the finished items

[@cherylc1001]

Beautiful job on this set. 👏 I personally would prefer the original knobs, i dont love the cooler woodtone with the warm gold knobs. Save them for another set and put that $80 in your pocket! 😉

[@BrendaBarber-bl3kg]

Good job, love the final result ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

thanks, Brenda!

[@amber_Forever16]

It needs pull handles instead of knobs, it's hard to open with those knobs for some people especially since they're already heavy.

[@ttinkers1062]

Wondering about the surfprep sander. Do you feel like that would replace the orbital sander or is it better to have both?

[@suzannebrookes5950]

Considered black handles??? I think the gold ones make the set look more peachy coloured.

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

i am considering changing them out! thanks for the thought!

[@scbarker61021]

I also have a SurfPrep 3x4. I originally got it along with a kit. Now I'm getting to the point of needing to buy more sanding pads/paper. Do you buy online directly from SurfPrep or get from somewhere else?

[@bobbyjohnson6240]

I literally didn’t see anything the first time but headlights, I better watch again

[@cynthiamartin2197]

Kincaid Furniture is a division of Lazy-Boy; all solid wood ... :)

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

yep! that's what the drawer said!

[@Ontheflipside2021]

Lauren that looks amazing great job. Did you discontinue the flipping show?

[@kimhough7753]

Looks great Lauren! 🥰🥰

[@debraharwood7347]

Kincaid Furniture was founded in 1946 in North Carolina by a father and son named Kincaid. Very well made Furniture.

[@AuntieBrennie]

I really love how this turned out. Thank you for your continued transparency. I learn so much from you. The trim work is a great idea! It covered up the original nicely and updated it for… I think you said $10! B~}

[@pattyseel1892]

love the set! But just a question...thought you said you were going to stain over the wash?

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

I was but then ended up liking the way it looked without 🙂

[@ArtyAntics]

This looks very traditional with the colour choice and gold hardware style. Greys or whites with black modern hardware like those industrial style pulls or square shaped pulls tend to feel more modern for my taste.

[@RaeAllDay1]

My mom had this exact set. Pretty sure they were expensive and bought at Ethan Allen. The handles were square and made of same wood

[@freespiritfreewill5346]

I love your work! Although, I grew up with blonde furniture. I’m 51, and can’t go back to the blonde furniture. I like the pieces you do with a painted bottom, and a blonde top. I’m working on refinishing my mom’s blonde cedar chest. But it won’t be blonde. Someone will fall in love with your set, I’m sure😊

[@kimpm2117]

That’s a pine set which is soft wood as you know. There’s no maple there

[@juliequinlan6564]

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 Well done Lauren!

[@FurnitureFlippingTeacher]

Thank you!!

[@ourroad2358]

I'm not a fan of beige furniture. It reminds me too much of the 80's. I remember beige laminate furniture with tropical upholstered sofas...Miami Vice! lol But everyone has different likes. I'm sure it will sell, you are very good at refinishing!

[@arawilson]

Reminds me of 1960s bedroom sets.

[@AnastasiaRomanov-w9x]

You’ve never heard of Kincaid furniture co? It’s pretty well known at least in the East.

[@lyndalmartin3581]

It’s beautiful, try black handles

[@roxiekelley]

What king of bleach did you use. I've bleached some pieces in the past and just used regular old bleach. Look nice but I agree darker knobs would make the blonde wood stand out a lot more.

[@amber_Forever16]

When you showed the finished project the night stand on the right has a bunch of black circles, what is that?

[@trixie9777]

Part of the wood grain.

[@debharwood5884]

Kincaid was a North Carolina company, very good furniture!

[@Mary-e6o5x]

Do they make a "cover larger areas" sanders?

[@womenofhopecon]

This set would look great with a brass bed!