Teak-ing it to the Next Level: Reviving a Mid Century Modern Coffee Table!

[@christinerenee5616]

The person who made that table would be so happy to see how lovingly you restored it. Beautiful job and great tip about the iron!

[@alliekingsley7919]

I was thinking the same thing. How wonderful would they feel knowing their piece has survived as long as it has, and is still seen as someone with beauty and value? It looks so nice it makes me wish I had room for a coffee table!

[@scleo1959]

Not only is your work beautiful, your explanations as you go along are very easy going end I enjoy watching immensely.

[@shelleycoleman1760]

QCS works great on older finishes or lacquer. I have had good luck with it on those. the furniture with that thick multi layer poly top coats does not respond so well. Great little table project. turned out amazing, like always.

[@smallfootprint2961]

Loved the way you used the iron to restore some of the scratches. Looks really pretty.

[@bback4078]

With QCS, what I've heard is that it is great on older varnish type finishes, but that the midcentury factory finishes were often catalyzed lacquers, and that QCS isn't super effective on catalyzed lacquers. Your experience here with the QVS fits with this being a non-factory produced piece.

[@salvagedbykscott]

Yes! It’s really the same with all chemical strippers. There are so many different finishes out there that it’s impossible to create something that works well on all of them 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@drcbeartooths]

I too just love how this turned out. Thanks for saving it, and making it "Katie gorgeous."

[@natalieelisabeth5767]

I love how you have it the full Katie treatment despite it not being a fancy stamped piece. I think it’s absolutely gorgeous again❤ Great work, friend!

[@annelarson160]

"Back in the day" *MCM era, it was a fairly common practice for "the husband" (usually), to make a coffee table or other piece of furniture for the household. I remember my dad's cherry wood coffee table very well and can't remember where it ended up after his household was dispersed. Thanks for bringing back the memory and for the great attention you gave bringing this back to life! I hope things are going well for you!

[@2007Isabellamaria]

You are so kind and generous. Bless your heart. ❤

[@divineohnine]

Such a lovely result! I would have cried too when the stain fell.

[@dawnhendricks9015]

Always enjoy your makeovers. I am hoping to get enough courage to redo an old small desk I bought at a yard . I love all your tips and the fact that you include the bloopers when you knock over the stain can. My daughter did the same, but it was a gallon of black paint. Not pretty . We just move on. Table was beautiful. Does anyone that had the furniture before actually see it and get excited because it looks so awesome now?

[@gingerdunn6590]

I am wondering if you are ok I haven't seen any flips ina while . hope you are ok. Prayers and LOVE From Okahoma

[@suzannecuerrier279]

Very well done! I had to laugh at your spill and near miss. I do that kind of stuff all the time and I'm kind of happy I'm not the only one. :)

[@melanieeaton3344]

What a labor of love! I would have loved a coffee table like that when I was young and out on my own. I came out gorgeous Katie!

[@marchelleasp4280]

Turned out beautifully! I hate it when I spill stuff, but it happens more often than I would like to admit!😢

[@honeykat1]

That was amazing how those scratches came out! The final finish is so satisfyingly smooth! Thank you very much for sharing all your tips! kindest regards, k

[@linadam1508]

Katie you are such a great teacher!! I have been watching different techniques forever and the only time it makes sense is when you are showing them! Even though products here in Greece are different, I ve learned so much from you. You should know you have a very proud student! So thank you ❤❤❤

[@4everyoung24]

You did the table and the person who made it an honor. BTW-I like your nails!

[@DiamondDustAndVerdigris]

Beautiful! I'd love to have something like this in my home. 🙂

[@salvagedbykscott]

You and me both!

[@lyndapalecek8952]

This turned out beautifully. Loved the tip with the iron and cotton cloth. I learn so much from your work.

[@sherribarras6465]

Great save!

[@aunslaught3299]

I love how well spoken you are in your videos! It's clear you know your equipment and products inside and out, and I love sitting back and watching you work. ❤

[@salvagedbykscott]

Thank you so much!

[@MsDropofrain]

@@salvagedbykscott we have an oak bedroom set that has rounded side ends. do you have any tips on how to square them?

[@crisshartsell8542]

Love the color! The Original creator would be so proud! Great job!

[@dani7118]

Another amazing job - I thoroughly enjoy watching you restore all these thrifted pieces. Thank you!

[@DigsRetro]

That iron trick works like magic! The table turned out beautiful, too.

[@salvagedbykscott]

It’s amazing…when it works 🤪

[@dot2dal]

Very cute! Thanks for the iron tip Katie! Good one! Also use Angie’s tip of using the clamps for painting/ staining legs! You both teach me so much!

[@juliewhittington1991]

My hubby was just telling me how expensive teak wood is right now - what a find! Love how it turned out!!

[@auntdello5286]

Nice work! That table ended up very nice!

[@salvagedbykscott]

I think so too!

[@MrHuismeester]

Even on Holiday in France i watch this great make over !!! This table looking amazing again after you take care off it !!!! So much more you can make off furniture who are looking sometimes so awful, but after a make over on this table it is looking so nice again ! Thank for sharing !!!

[@shellydehart8217]

As always you’ve turn an ugly duckling into a swan. It turned out beautiful. Besides loving my oak wood teak is second in line. If it’s taken care correctly it should last a life time. ♥️😊👍👍🌟🌟

[@doudou53d44]

Awesomejob Katie 👍😎🐕‍🦺🐈‍⬛

[@carlaquartiroli6820]

That table turned out beautifully restored! Interesting about using an iron to plumb the wood fibers.

[@salvagedbykscott]

Glad you liked it!

[@Erin_Wilson_Studios]

What a lovely table. So glad you could save it!

[@elizabethohare1366]

As always, another beautiful work of art

[@nancylabelle3060]

That would make a great jigsaw puzzle table with the small edge! So sweet! Now if I can remember that iron trick.

[@lorimrasek7611]

I love these old coffee tables, nice job Katie 😊

[@salvagedbykscott]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@shabbysuse7821]

Lovely job!

[@salvagedbykscott]

Thank you!

[@raeanngodfrey6986]

It is a very versatile size and after your great makeover someone will jump at the chance to own it

[@kimeverhart6253]

I adore this beautiful little table!! Thank you for saving this handmade gem from the landfill!!

[@salvagedbykscott]

Thanks for watching today!

[@thebrokenmasterpiece]

That iron is the coolest trick ever!!! 🤌🏻

[@kellihull7600]

I totally latched on to the clamp trick! Absolutely BRILLIANT!!!!! This table is beyond sweet! I love it!

[@sallieredman7349]

The table looks great. Well done. I don't know how you keep your nails so nice considering all you do.

[@annhaws6677]

You are a true artist!! I love your patience and an eye for classic style. Thanks for sharing!

[@FurnitureFablesbyAndy]

I have LITERALLY done that with a can of stain more times than I dare admit!! And then of course, cried as I kept going...cause you gotta keep going...😅😂 Beautiful restoration, Katie! 💗

[@sharminperkins5453]

Thank you, Katie. I learn so much every time I watch your videos. 😊

[@K.T-]

Honestly it doesn't look much different. It just look cleaner....😮

[@pamboone6921]

Hi Katie, Awww that definitely is a sweet pretty table. You done such an awesome job! God Bless sweet girl ❤

[@donnamcknight3175]

Another great job Kate! It looks so beautiful and elegant! Based off a previous video I have decided to use the poppyseed paint on a dresser and I am a newbie. That color is Beautiful and classic! Also the nails looks fabulous! God Bless!

[@kklunker]

Oh, Katie, it is absolutely Beautiful. I think of how proud the person who made it initially would be now to see the time, talent and care you put into making “their” table shine so beautifully again. You nailed it. It’s going to have a Brand new life! Looking just as beautiful if not more that she was when she was 1st made by hand.

[@micheleharvey8723]

So beautiful. Looks like an Angie makeover.

[@wendybond2848]

Fantastic! I used an iron to re glue some lifting veneer. It melted the original horse glue so I didn’t have to add glue or create holes or slits in the surface.

[@janetcarroll8863]

Excellent! 🎉

[@cmay6944]

That little table turned out so nice!!!

[@lyndagreenwald3909]

Love how you revived that table. You are really talented!

[@pamyacuzzo6614]

Oh my! That's sweet! You did a great job of it! Very pretty.

[@brandyopsal4022]

Love it! And, look at you with your fancy nails. You're beautiful and I love your channel.

[@kathyaakananabluebird]

It is a lovely little table. Bravo Katie!

[@paulinatorresvelasco248]

Hi Katie. I just want to congratulations you and tell you that your job is AMAZING, really I love it with all of my heart, I'm really surprise with all of your videos, how things can improve and take a second life, but not just any, a marvelows life! like fancy and expense furniture! OMG, I really hope one day do the same as you with my furnitures. Congratulations again and thank you so much for share your talent and knowledge with us.

[@L.J.H.-sg6eb]

Wow Wow Wow! Amazing Look! Love the deep brown! This piece would be great in a small apartment or a den. :) Excellently done, Katie! 👍

[@salvagedbykscott]

Thank you! 😊

[@conniesanders9755]

That table is gorgeous. Great job! Thanks for sharing

[@ElaineWood-f2t]

That table transformation was fantastic!! I loved the final version!!!

[@galebecker3487]

Thanks Katie. Love how the table turned out ❤

[@kathrynkneeland7179]

As always, beautiful work and outcome. I always learn from you too. Thank you

[@phyllishume5854]

I love this table... another great flip.

[@ellenfoster9764]

I really appreciate what a great teacher you are. Between you and Angie at Transcend Furniture, I’ve learned so much. Also beautiful table!

[@natashamorehouse8370]

I just found your channel as I’m redoing my dining room table! You have been extremely helpful love love your channel!!!

[@kathyandthedogs626]

I love this table! Great job again, Katie.

[@colleenslavin3726]

Beautiful! So sad they changed our habitat store to a high end boutique it seems so everything is expensive and now you don’t find fixer upper furniture any more

[@KimNevelzer]

That table is lovely ❤❤ General Finishes "candlelight" is a favorite stain color of mine. Great choice 😊 Cheers from the Finger Lakes of New York. 🍷 🍷

[@marywiklander-williams6493]

Nice save! rich color and attractive shape.

[@kaywilcoxon]

Thank you for all the tips and tricks❤ great table makeover

[@milliehouston1089]

Your table turned out beautiful and the decor piece on top matches the style perfectly!

[@dawnayers5267]

Love the 2 tone look and handles. Info was awesome 👍

[@juliedepaolo9971]

I loved out it turned out too! Very nice. I learn so much from you. Thanks for all the educational videos.

[@MARYBOORMAN]

Hi from Georgian Bay Katie! Brilliant results. I have a teak shorter coffee table that needs refinishing and your tips are so timely and useful. Best wishes from Owen Sound! and thanks for sharing as always! MQH :-)

[@CathyHathcoat]

Hi Katie! I was in Canada last week at the Falls and thought of you. Love all your videos. So informative. TY

[@gilljames9005]

Excellent job, as always Katie!

[@katherineharper-sj4ys]

Your videos are always informative. I have a teak dining table I need to refresh and your stain choices will be helpful. Thanks

[@christinechin1909]

A beautiful little gem 💎 😊

[@selenap7339]

This is simple but awesome. You are also awesome. Brava

[@michelelee5339]

Genius refurbishment 🌟💖

[@RevdUp.Art.Fotografer]

Nice job, 👍 I've never seen that iron trick. Very cool.

[@c.h.9193]

I'm not a mid-century fan. But that little table turned out great. Well done, as always. Cathleen

[@lightsoutdrillinstructor237]

Faultless iron cleaner will take off that wood glue ❤️ I use it all the time to remove interfacing adhesive. Smells good too!

[@salvagedbykscott]

I’m not worried about it 😅 this iron is dedicated specifically to woodworking.

[@aliceadler4569]

So love this little table!!!

[@valeriehowden471]

Good idea to use the matte first then the glossier over top. It would also work if there was a sale on matte, since it probably is not as popular. I love the extra paint on the matching screws!

[@bfranklin1052]

Looks beautiful Katie!

[@velmacoffey3763]

Nice job. It looks so pretty and ready to go to a new home !!!

[@ljvanhear]

Absolutely beautiful job!! ❤

[@juboo4451]

a new treat!

[@debbyhyde1370]

Katie this is the perfect table! Well done. But I kept being distracted by your nice nails. I kept thinking you were going to ruin them 😂

[@kathywest7380]

You've inspired me today Katie! My dad created many lovely furniture pieces that look pretty dated now. I have inherited several and am now inspired to get busy giving them a refresh! Could be a many year endeavor I'm afraid!!😂

[@projectswithpaula5897]

Turned out so nicely!

[@hnycreek]

GREAT job Katie!!

[@baronesselsavonfreytag-lor1134]

Sweet little table ❤️

[@nykdanu]

Beautiful as always

[@amypapenhausen8970]

It turned out so lovely! I really love your videos!

[@joanndavies1356]

Another beautiful restoration!

[@RadBadJodster]

Another gem! Well done!m❤

[@susangladstone357]

Beautiful work!