How to Paint Furniture | Beginner Friendly Nightstand Makeover

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[@cookiepfeffer8196]

As someone who also has been refinishing furniture for year, I thought this was one of the best beginner tutorials I have ever seen. I get a lot of calls from friends who attempt this process who get some guidance from the paint stores. And their projects are a hot mess! ❣

[@jill552]

KZbin.

[@dianebay6879]

I agree!!

[@yvonnesmith2578]

Katie you are such a good teacher. I’m getting up my courage to start a night stand project soon, thanks for your beginner tutorial.😊

[@terrencecdean8907]

Agree

[@aaronwilliams4638]

Bestie. Can I give a video suggestion? I often have difficulty determining the types of surfaces to sand and how much sanding to do. For example in this video you did a very quick scuff sand and in some videos you spend 6 hours of labor sanding. How do I know how much sanding needs to be done on the various types of wood surfaces? Thanks!

[@elza6072]

It just depends what the goal of sanding is. If you're sanding to take off leftover paint or after you fixed some of the damage you'd spend a lot more time sanding and changing between grits. But if you are sanding to smooth a surface like here after the primer or the paint was applied then you'd obviously lightly sand because you don't wanna take the fresh paint off you just want to give the next layer of paint a smooth area to sit on

[@patriciawatkins1298]

You are a life saver. I live in an apartment without elevators and need to paint old heavy furniture instead of purchasing new furniture that i really can't afford. You have instilled confidence in me to tackle this project the right way. Thank you my dear!

[@marcellax4556]

I literally just finished a large dresser yesterday. It’s real wood, so I sanded it down with a palm sander 60 grit/100 grit/220 grit. Thoroughly cleaned and primed with 1-2-3. Next day (yesterday), painted black, two coats, 2hours apart. This morning it looks fantastic. I’m waiting another 24 hours before I put drawers back in.

[@shayp7051]

I'd love to see your results! And what paint did you use?

[@elizabethlacky6068]

Wow, they came out awesome without groundbreaking construction techniques, 37 different tools, and years of experience! 👍

[@kokomoh]

You are helping me believe that I can stain, paint and do repairs to a few pieces in my home. You explain your process so well. Then you show us through video how you physically do the work. The end results of your refinishing is beyond what I expect. You are creative and talented. Thank you for the time you take to make these videos. The details have made me want to attempt the same.

[@nooncactus]

Those night stands turned out sooo nice. I love the color. They have more life in them now.

[@tomnesterak1116]

Wow! Talk about turning two sow’s ears into silk purses. These look very high end now that you’ve worked your magic. Another great project (and video) Katie!

[@clairewright8153]

Love the navy with the brass pulls, looks stylish and chic.

[@donnajoseph2004]

Hi Katie....I've been painting furniture for many years but I watched this anyway because I just knew I would learn something I didn't know from you....and I did. Thank you so much for your wonderful ideas!

[@rcd5k7]

I have a cabinet that I purchased at auction which I've been planning to paint but kept putting off. After watching your video I feel more confident and ready to approach that project. Thanks for giving me a bit of oomph toward doing the job!

[@carolwirsz8484]

Love the blue and brass together. Simple elegance.

[@MrHuismeester]

They turn out to be beautiful !!! And the color is amazing. love this short workshop how to paint properly a piece off furniture !

[@juboo4451]

I sometimes watch other furniture flippers' videos, but I always come back to you. Watched every single video of yours. With you I can rely on always getting a new, unique and tasteful design and really creative ideas. It's such a treat to watch. All the best from Germany.

[@patriciarobinson5909]

Thank you Katie! Great to go over the basics from time to time!

[@marymorrison2484]

I LOVE that you chose a dark color. The original pieces have visual weight and to whitewash them would look mismatched. The dark blue matches the substantial construction but elevated them. They look regal, classy and sophisticated. Well done.

[@carlaquartiroli6820]

As always, you do such an amazing job on some not great looking pieces of furniture! It turned out beautiful. Also, thanks for breaking it down into easy & simple steps to remake a piece of furniture.

[@annelarson160]

A very clear, well explained video on the basics of painting a piece of furniture! Great job Katie!

[@mrsphilpickles]

I’m just getting started into flipping furniture, and I usually don’t comment on videos but I have to say your video has been the most helpful one I have seen yet! Iv watched probably 20 other videos so far to just drill the info into my brain and see peoples different techniques and tricks they do. Thank you so much for this video!

[@lindacsmith13]

I never thought I would like those original pulls, but, with the new colors, they look great!

[@johannaholmgren8088]

I have been repainting furniture for years also. And learning from my mistakes (like, don't try to clear coat over dark colors, lol) but I'm glad to have watched this, as I've learned something new! And with some new projects on my horizon, I am glad to have learned them!

[@bijou737]

What a great video that demonstrates well and clearly how to refinish not-too-damaged furniture. I really want to try doing this! Thank you!

[@karenbutcher5921]

I’ve been painting furniture for about two years and I still feel like a beginner. I always learn from your videos! 😊

[@rhondatoben7057]

Oh thank you for all the tips. I have been trying to flip furniture for the last year and am still learning. I just love your videos. Thanks

[@dawnhertz1014]

Great video, thank you! My grand daughter has my parents (her great grandparents) bedroom suite bought in the mid 1940’s. I chickened out on painting it. Now I feel more confident but will start with the piece less used just to make sure I know what I’m doing.

[@pamyacuzzo6614]

This helps so much! My first 2 pieces do not look very nice. So now that you've shown me what to do, I will try again. Thank you!

[@janelandry6584]

I feel ready to start my first project! Love that you explained the steps. Knowing the “why” and not just the “how” is so helpful. And the little tips along the way were great! Thanks for sharing.

[@heidifritz3053]

Me, too! I’m ready to go thrift some night stands and do them up in this exact color scheme!

[@annemariepallister9885]

I do the same with the rollers. I'm glad you said it. They look fab and I love the colour

[@jill552]

Very nice. You made junk furniture look really good and functional.

[@NakishaRHicks]

Hi Katie. You are very talented. I love your projects. I am inspired each time I watch. Thank you for sharing your gift with us.

[@sabrinahemingway2970]

As always….Looks fantastic. Great paint color, loved the more gold handles after those were brightened up with the metal paint!

[@tracyrodriguez4793]

Your instructions are very clear. Sounds easy to do. Thanks Katie

[@louanneross6410]

Great simple straightforward instructions. End product is beautiful.

[@terrim.602]

Oh my gosh! I would never have thought I'd love that dark blue, but it is truley stunning! Great video, thank you!!

[@shellf8409]

I’m so happy someone in my Facebook group recommended your videos. This tells me a lot about why I’m seeing brush and roller marks. I’m definitely looking for a perfect finish first coat. Thank you!!

[@tanschi8449]

This is BEST beggines video on You Tube. It helped me with my first project after I had already done it wrong

[@salvagedbykscott]

Glad it helped!

[@libbyannstew8775]

Hi Katie - so glad I found your channel! This video will be really helpful as I get ready ready to refinish end tables for our family room. Your work is really beautiful and you’ve explained everything so well. From one Canadian to another - thanks for sharing your wisdoms!!

[@sao4103]

Wow! Who knew particle board furniture could be sooo beautiful!! Thank you so much! ❤

[@notadonna5983]

Thank you so much. Exactly what I needed to fix broken veneer on my mother's beautiful chest of drawers!

[@TheresaHoughten-tb7oe]

These look so incredibly classy after you painted them he looks so much more high-end, and certainly what you came in the door with

[@suzannecuerrier279]

Well done. I agree with using alkyd paint for durability and great finishes. I've used Dulux Melamine Alkyd paint for cupboards and it's second to none!

[@jackieopperman6568]

Your projects always turn out so beautiful 😍

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[@lyndapalecek8952]

Beautiful job as always. You selection of paint brands is a good introduction for beginners as well as those of us who would like a change. Thank you!

[@user-ix8bx6ek3t]

Not only do your projects turn out beautifully, but the explanations are so clear and helpful.

[@_Botanical_Alchemy]

Thanks for sharing it helped me feel more relaxed about painting. ❤

[@brandyopsal4022]

I have been waiting for this type of makeover. Perfect timing! Love your channel.

[@elizabethmartin9298]

This is an excellent tutorial for beginning furniture painters like me. It's filled with really practical advice and makes the whole process seem much less daunting. Thank you for a great video!

[@PatsyStone73]

Great, simple tutorial. Thank you! Just what I need to attempt a first paint project in about 15 yrs 😊

[@LeChenChen]

This was so helpful! And not necessarily elongated with mindless talking! Truly fortunate to have found it! Great job! Will try this next weekend.

[@lindapate8965]

Thank you I’m a beginner and this video gives me the information and inspiration I need. Thank you Kate

[@LizSmith-Catanzarite]

I just found your video! I just bought an old headboard and footboard from our local pet rescue resale store today and with your tips I am going to tackle this! I think I can do this!

[@DigsRetro]

Well, they do look so much better. It seems like you can flip almost any furniture, regardless of how poor the original finish was. Kudos!

[@loisbolton1800]

It looks really great. Thanks for breaking down the basics. 💝

[@steveokingz]

Thank you for the thorough explanation. Thought this would be hard when I first thought about getting into this. But after the watching this, I now feel a lil more confident

[@MariaJanos]

I just got my first piece of furniture that I am excited to get started on. Thank you for creating this easy to follow instructional video for beginners.

[@oluchi_assumani]

This is the best paint job I've seen on a dresser. immediately subscribed!

[@salvagedbykscott]

Welcome!

[@piggylover4808]

Wow excellent job - what an improvement!!! And to think way back pretty much all furniture was the same dark color and we lived with it that way - who knew that we could paint our own furniture and how fantastic it would look??!!

[@karenritter7884]

Thank you so much for this video! I’ve painted a few pieces, but I still consider myself a newbie lol. Your video was very informative and I’m so glad I watched it, and grateful you made it.

[@deefaye7336]

I absolutely love how these turned ou! Very helpful video, thanks so much! I am about to begin my first projects, so this was so timely.

[@laurenpark67]

Thank you for posting this video. I feel much more comfortable tackling my first try at painting some tired furniture of ours.

[@pamsheets632]

Awesome video! Thank you for sharing your expertise with us! The nightstands look beautiful! 😊❤

[@annierussek4346]

Just finished a dresser - duplicated every step from your video. Am SO pleased with the end results. I did find a piece of lint stuck in the finish on the top drawer. I think I’ll just live with it - don’t want to mess up a good thing! Thanks for a wonderful tutorial 😊

[@sylviameyer2024]

Dear Katie, j'adore ton travail et j'aime te regarder quand tu renoves tous ces meubles. Je fais ça aussi depuis longtemps déjà mais je n'ai pas ta patience. Il fallait toujours que ça aille vite. Résultat, la plupart du temps ce n'etait pas bien fait m is j'etais contente que c'est soit terminé ☺️. Maintenant avec toi et tes vidéos j'ai appris tellement des choses et surtout à prendre mon temps pour bien faire les choses pour un beau résultat. Merci Katie et continue comme ça 👍🤗😀. Encore un bon travail achevé avec un super beau finie Bons baisers de France

[@carolynharder6304]

Great instructions, ready to use on my thrifted night tables. Thankyou for sharing your talent with us.

[@colleenkeegan8113]

Thank you so much for this video! Have it downloaded so when I get around to my daughter's night stands I can follow.

[@sarag5814]

The best video I came across and showing us step by step and what you used is extremely helpful. Thank you.

[@kathleenorr2624]

I don't even listen to any other sites now. You are so helpful!

[@melaniewebb420]

They look fantastic, and I do feel more confident about my project.

[@honeykat1]

They look so much better! I love the gold of the handles against that deep bluish grey! ... I decided I was finally going to try out the Native products, which I've heard about quite often, but sadly they don't ship to Europe! Kindest regards, k

[@novembermiss]

I have been binge watching your videos and enjoyed them all. This is in my top three favorites. You take a beginner step by step through the process, explaining how to get a great looking finish even with a limited number of supplies. I have a piece in mind very similar in material to these nightstands that I now have the confidence to tackle myself at some point in the future. Thank you for posting this how-to!

[@shellyannray3601]

WOW!!! These night stands turned out so beautifully! I just love them!!! ❤

[@catherinecarreiro3955]

Thank you so much🎉 ❤. These tips were so helpful. I want my furniture to look great and last. Not a hot mess. These info videos help me understand the steps , get brave and go ahead and try. Your the best

[@salvagedbykscott]

Glad it was helpful!

[@janashe8600]

Katie, This was very helpful. I have a piece of furniture I want to paint & I have been putting it off for months, so this was great info for me. Thanks!!

[@lizzieyann]

Wow, if only those cabinets could speak! They’re so thankful for that amazing make over!

[@schildischnucki1673]

That looks amazing!!!❤❤

[@kklunker]

You are an amazing teacher! Even with years of experience (although not full time like you), I learn so much from you. And Even if they are reminders, it is SO helpful. I’ve never tried those rollers because of the fuzz. But the trick to wash them out before is so easy- but brilliant. Whey haven’t I thought of that? 🤷🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️ I tried the Alkyd paint because of you and loved it. It has a little learning curve when you are used to chalk paint, but my piece came out with such a beautiful smooth finish. Haven’t put it up for sale yet, so we will see how others like it. 😊 This is one video I’ll be saving, for myself and to share with friends and family who are looking to update a piece when I don’t have time to do it for them. Katie, you are just AWESOME!

[@sueg2149]

I'm about to tackle my first project and yours is by far the most encouraging and undaunting tutorial I've seen!! I feel like I can do this!!

[@courtneyb6787]

These came out GORGEOUS! And im so glad you kept the hardware!

[@corinne_vintage]

I’ve been watching your vids for literally years and I still learned something new from today’s vid! Although I’ve been watching for years I am just getting started with projects of my own so this was definitely helpful. I’m going to try out that paint on one of my projects (a writing desk) and in fact that color is exactly what I had in mind. They look great!

[@salvagedbykscott]

I still learn something new with EVERY project!

[@valeriehowden471]

Great tips to keep us on the right track. I will definitely look into the paints you recommended to reduce use of a top coat.

[@libby2803]

Gorgeous! I wish I had watched this before tackling my first project and buying way too much stuff I actually didn't need.

[@NursingNursing-bs7hb]

Thanks for a beginner lesson. I’ve watched all your videos, and some other furniture flippers as well. I really want to paint some of my own pieces to start but feel a bit overwhelmed. This made it simpler. Thanks so much ❤

[@salvagedbykscott]

You can do it!

[@jeanette721]

Thank you for you video. I'm going to be starting with some laminated pieces I have around the house for practice. You have given me inspiration to be successful without the huge expense. Thank you 😊

[@jennyprintannier7652]

You are WONDERFUL….love love love your channel….thank you for all of your tips and tricks….rookie here so learning a bucket load…..sending good vibes and hugs from Australia 🇦🇺 ❤❤❤

[@bloodangel7731]

I really like this. I am thinking of repainting my old antique wardrobe so this video is very informative. Thank you

[@atticdust6581]

Such perfection and quality behind your work❤❤❤! These nightstands came out lovely, and I'm definitely using this tutorial for my furniture restoration ❤!!! Thank you😊!

[@zzxjoanw]

What an excellent tutorial, thank you! Your explanations were incredibly clear, and mentioning what might (seem to) go wrong was super helpful.

[@LV12800]

WOW!!! They turned out great! Love the color and hardware together - perfect! ❤

[@LetsExplore307]

I'm maneuvering my old Ikea furniture and Home Depot shelfs and now I know why it looked awful. I did not have on hand any primer and sand the furnitures as I should have and also overworked my paint and didn't let it properly set between layers. Now that I seen your video I know which materials I need to buy and stock again before retaking my room project makeover. Thank you for the detailed video because it explains everything easy to understand.

[@mildredalexander2001]

Love this furniture flip. And the color is gorgeous!

[@carolsopinski4549]

Katie, they look beautiful and your tutorial was great🎉. Thanks so much!

[@ReceptionKuburlisCatering]

Thank you so much for sharing this - from Sydney Australia. you have made some great tips especially using cans of soup and the plastic bag to stop the paint from drying up. Cannot wait to watch the next video you make 😊

[@audreyfsaunders]

Ok, you've encouraged me. I'm going to tackle my first project. Thanks for the clear, concise tutorial!

[@richardmayora1289]

Thank you so much. I enjoy these types of videos, but so many of them have gotten so elaborate, so technical and use such high end equipment that no one would own unless they did this professionally. I’m so tired of videos using sprayers because they’re not as easy to use for someone who doesn’t do it every day.

[@salvagedbykscott]

Many of us do this professionally so the tools and techniques that we teach and share are a reflection of that. Spraying will always be my preference for painting furniture but you can definitely get great results without one 😉❤️

[@lupepena8138]

Thanks for the tutorial, loved the pieces you finished.

[@vishalrao.77]

Thank you so much for giving me much needed confidence in painting my future kitchen cabinets with a brush and roller. I thought one couldn't get a great finish without an expensive sprayer.

[@nikolaswhite9551]

Use latex extender with your roller or brushs.

[@teresacathey8189]

Hello Katie. The Behr paint seems to do the trick. Very nice smooth finish. 🥰🥰🥰

[@susanm8957]

Great beginner vid! I like that you don't always assume we are are all pro painters!😊