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Today I am sharing how I flipped a 90's style orange armoire into a folk art inspired storage cabinet. I've been wanting a piece like this for years but they are upwards of thousands of dollars. Watch as i strip, refinishing and paint the details of this hutch to match the laundry room design we are currently working on.
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[@ThePeonyB]

I think it's the first time ever that I'm not feeling what you DIYed. Of course what matters is what you like since it's your home. You worked hard on it so bravo for that!

[@hagfish_]

Keep painting! Those inspiration pics all had much more paint on them, and I think the folk art feeling comes through more, the more its painted.

[@AutumnLucas75]

Personally I liked it best stripped - but great that you made it your own!

[@lonefox]

Yes! I almost left it at that stage but genuinely felt the video would be boring LOL! I actually love the painted details so much, So i am super happy with it!

[@danielllleX]

I kind of agree because I thought it looked super rustic and Spanish feeling stripped too but I love that you followed your inspiration

[@AutumnLucas75]

@@lonefox you're truly talented! I love your content.

[@esmeraldagreen1992]

@Autumn Lucas 75 I agree. I liked the piece better stripped. I might have added a slight white wash to even out the color a bit.

[@poorthing]

​@@esmeraldagreen1992 same

[@pamt5132]

Have you thought about trying an antiquing wax? It would give it age, tone down the newness of the paint colors, and feed the dry wood. Fun inspo

[@dsa2591]

YES! I also posted that I thought a wax sealer would be good.

[@VanessaCBklyn8]

Ordinarily I love your work. The armoire is not one of my favorites but the extra storage that it will bring will be phenomenal. Looking forward to seeing the laundry room completed.

[@gracethatabounds]

Drew - I love this project! I love that you have branched out of mainstream decor and have developed such a good sense of taste that is all your own. Love all the historical touches and influences. This cabinet looks timeless and charming. Keep trusting your vision. ❤

[@jessicay1634]

Im gonna be honest with this one… it looks a bit unfinished to me but its just me! Love how much effort you put into every piece in your home

[@vzeimen]

I agree, this is the first time I'm not in love with something Drew has done. Not my style and I don't think it goes with the elegant kitchen area at all.

[@wendypederson243]

yes... sad to see such a beautiful piece ruined. 😢

[@julianne089]

It might need a clear wax and then a bit of brown wax in the details... ( adds a bit of age and enhances the carving) but I also think it might be the colors. The colors in the folk art painting on the beams might work better. I understand his inspiration and really appreciate how he dives in and goes for it!

[@gregpendrey6711]

No one asked you. If you can't be reasonable don't play here

[@SheriLynNut]

Sanding the blue and white stripes like he did the checkered area would help, but it definitely needs wax, or staining

[@ambernapier4843]

i don’t totally love it, but i honestly think when the entire room is styled, it’ll look amazing

[@sherilynl4038]

i, too, am looking forward to the final reveal. it has a Nordic feeling to me instead of the Mediterranean vibe he has been developing in the house.

[@genevievemurray7743]

Wonderfully naive style. Could have been painted 100 years ago. Subtle and bold at the same time. Your ideas and treatments are so daring and results are always just right. I love it. Hardware should coordinate with the safety stair rail. Can’t wait to see what you choose.

[@fromhgwaii]

I recently saw the painted wooden ceilings in LA’s union station. This gives me a folksy vibe of those.

[@rachelhohenstein6971]

I personally love it Drew. No one style is going to make everyone happy and as long as it’s a piece you love, that’s all that matters!

[@shelleythomas7115]

Now I understand when artist say, "trust the process". I'm impressed how you brought your creativity to life. I can't wait to see the finish product.

[@rhondaloveloveloves9551]

I love how you took something with a 80's/90's golden pine look and changed it into a vintage looking folk art piece that was virtually free. Great job. It really suits your home. You are an artist Drew. You took something and reimagined it into something so much better than it was🌻

[@donnafuller3029]

It's a 1980's Polynesian style carving TV cabinet. I love how you painted it! Very clever.😊

[@kathrynwitte3398]

Polynesian is dark wood…

[@charoraimondogarcia]

Chalk paint is ideal for this kind of projects. You can seal it with wax, so you don't lose the rustic touch but the wood is protected

[@lonefox]

Ohh!! Thank you for that tip :)

[@cruelaz]

especially because acrylic paint is not sun/exposure proof and will change color or fade over time. the cheaper the acrylic the faster sometimes the color even breaks off it is technically liquid plastic so it makes sense.

[@jennifercampbell7698]

Yes, I’d seal it with clear wax or dark wax if you want an aged look. Protects and feeds the wood.

[@jennifercampbell7698]

Great job Drew! The cabinet looks amazing. Wish I could find what you do on marketplace! Wonderful piece of furniture.

[@GregoryCooper-eh6yk]

So, a few naysayers here. Now it's my turn : IT WAS FREE....and the style fits the space. Since it will be seen through the kitchen, I do agree that a white wash followed by a darker wax or stain will provide some finishing that it seems some folks are missing. Personally I was missing the slightest touch of yellow and red....somewhere. Also add some towel racks/holders to the sides and it will be perfect !

[@carlapaz8722]

You are an artist. You gave this beautiful furniture a second life, and what a life. I just love it.

[@champagnemommy]

You turned it into a piece of art. Which means some people won’t like it, and some will love it. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Great job!

[@mnm25479]

You are so talented. I don't know why I'm still amazed by it. I love how you walk us through the process with all the little details and by adding the inspiration ideas. Thank you for sharing!

[@libertyblueskyes2564]

I can't wait for the stair rail to go up as just watching Justin standing at the edge while positioning that heavy piece of furniture was heart palpitating.

[@Randis-vv5hg]

OMG I completely agree!!!

[@jemsjunkie9665]

Me too 😂

[@valeriewatkins9112]

I disagree. I love the rustic look of it. It’s so matches the house and the flooring and it’s definitely drew style.

[@carolyngrotaers4454]

I agree, 💯

[@lovingmayberry307]

"Ahhhh"...This is the armoire's sigh of relief that it finally looks the way it always should have! Love it!!❤

[@PattyPaints]

The dotted detail is the absolute best!

[@justsayin1958]

I get the look you're going for and I like it better sanded - distressed looking. But I agree that some wax needs to added - especially since it's near the washer. The wax will help prevent the raw wood from getting too much moisture. You might want to make sure the bottom on the floor is sealed too - just in case.

[@valentin4071]

Drew, we need part two on this one. Its a piece of art now and in art most of the time you have to keep adding more layers to get it to work! Love the direction, you can make it even better ❤

[@lwahethabdo7071]

Totally agree 👍

[@kels.92]

I love it!!! Looks like a piece of family heirloom that’s been passed down for generations.

[@lonefox]

That was the goal 😊

[@melissaciswhoibe9183]

​@lonefox You can't beat free! ;) I love your artistic flair! I loved it stripped down, but I love it made up too! :) I thought you might be doing a crackle finish on the painted areas to make it look really old and then varnish it to seal it and age it even more. I do like your creativity. It's so pretty! I can't wait to see the whole space finished. Thanks for sharing a piece of your life with us. I always love everything you do. Have a beautiful blessed day!

[@stj971]

Looks Mexican?

[@aninasalerno873]

I love how it turned out. I agree with others that waxing it in clear wax and then either white or brown wax would both protect the wood and make the paint look more antique. It looks SO much better than it did with the original finish.

[@patriciastark7292]

I love the finished cabinet. It’s interesting and creative. Drew, you have a bold imagination. That’s why you are so successful!

[@juliemayfield1282]

You & Justin seem to work so well together 😊

[@debra2415db]

Oh! My gosh! Drew. Love the cabinet; as soon I saw it. It's gorgeous.

[@ericaeschenbacher4921]

I couldn't be more happy to see you do this almost free thrift flip rather than finding and paying a pretty penny for an actual vintage/ antique folk art hutch. Especially since you could really make this your own to fit the other laundry room decor. Would have been sacrilege to paint over something original antique. Sweet score, Nice job! 😻

[@southerngypsy13]

I think its so beautiful! The painting adds such a cute touch. I would recommend putting a solid back on it and maybe raising the height a bit. It's pretty low if you're bending down for supplies.

[@retroredo9850]

Love the hutch. After I had kids we lived in Tustin. They went to Tustin school district and I worked as an aide for 7 years. In pta all my kids life. I did all the costumes and stage craft for years. Taught kids to sew on buttons and paint and learned to use compound miter saw and more! Myself I kind of like the hutch as is or would have scuff sanded a bit and added a darker gel stain to take down the orange yellow color.

[@msvinceymontanarello4514]

You should talk with Makenna about the stuff she used that strips and covers (or something like that) She really loved it. Saved her a lot of work.

[@kathleensauerbrei5199]

What threw me off initially, was the fact that the wood is so much lighter grain than almost everything else in your home up until now. The folk art painting really works for me in this case. it suits the area and is almost whimsical. I mean, let’s face it four dollars plus the cost of the oven cleaner is not a bad price no matter how you look at it. well done.

[@yurikakristensen1777]

It really resembles a sweadish or danish cabinetry from all times. Suits the place and the purpose.

[@KewpieGirl]

I'm extremely impressed with your work, it looks like an authentic European folk cabinet. From free charge turns into $5,000 maybe more if this is a really old cabinet. Well done!

[@kayrabey1344]

I think you could add some shelving where the tv would be and use it as a linen closet?

[@CL-rh8ti]

I love that you tried this! the inspo pictures and the concept are superb, I think it’s a fantastic start and with hardware will look more complete. Besides, we all know Drew is going to paint and repaint this until it’s refined! What a great find!

[@kruelky5309]

i love where you took it because i don’t think the initial stain and the design matched. your take made more sense style wise and it just looks amazingggggg

[@paulawynne6420]

Have you thought about white waxing it? I think it would enhance the feeling your going for.❤

[@michaelamaestas4950]

WOW!!! Free, !!!!!!!!! Job well done

[@valeriewatkins9112]

Oh, Drew this one of this may be one of my favorite pieces that you have done. It’s totally my style.

[@cynthiaamitrano8915]

I’m painting a table my grandfather built in the early 1900s. Very basic, two shelf half moon with three legs. He made it from pieces of leftover wood and it’s been painted a few times. I’m doing it in green, but will paint designs on edges and maybe do a rub on stencil. Thanks for the inspiration. All edges are flat. When it broke, it pulled the edge from one shelf, but I’ll glue it, fill in as needed and sand. It’s rustic anyway. I just couldn’t get rid of it. My friend is going to put it together for me after it’s done. It’s in 5 pieces which makes for easy repair, painting etc.

[@kckc11]

My parents have this exact same piece of furniture. Fun to see what you did with it.

Where did it come from ? You can solve the mystery…

[@marieneu264]

Yes! Inquiring minds want to know!

[@30minsWithIqs]

I didn't know where you were going but I trusted the process and you delivered like always!!!

[@robinfriend2042]

I love folk art and I think you nailed that look! Well done!

[@LAVirgo67]

Love that you are repurposing the TV cabinet that were in almost every home in the 90s & 00s. Put some shelfs inside and boom! nice storage.

[@karenmiller3771]

Can't wait to see how all the elements of the room come together. This was a great piece to use for the folk art inspiration. I think more details filled in would look great too.

[@annseabolt6645]

I wasn’t a big fan UNTIL you did the sanding and after that I loved it. It is much more subtle.

[@JOANNBATES-sd3sy]

This is fab!! It looks perfect for the laundry room and I can't wait to see what kind of hardware you find.

[@Lets_talk_about_that]

When I think of who has the best taste & style here on youtube it's always you at the top of that list. I feel your taste really comes from YOU & not what other people all think which makes it just work so much better.

[@dreamterry]

The carving looks like it was done in Mexico to me. The style seems like the nineties . . . when we all had these TV cabinets in our homes!

[@poppyk6182]

This is indeed a Mexican piece as I’ve said. I have a similar one in my lounge in rustic oak.

[@RiddimKingdom]

I definitely agree. 90’s for sure. I remember growing up in the 90’s and everyone had these including us and it was meant to be like a throwback to oldie worldy hippie 60’s charm

[@amykru]

That is what I thought when I saw the carving: Mexican for sure. What a lucky find!

[@marieneu264]

17:19 I absolutely love it! So much character! Laundry sucks, you might as well have something in the laundry room that makes you happy! Great job!

[@mariannegoins3610]

Free? Free? Free? You are a creative master mind. It looks totally amazing. You guys worked hard but it paid off.

[@15Montrano]

Love everything about it! It looks like a rustic antique piece with just the right amount of painted decorative accents. What a transformation. I too have an armoire in laundry room that hides all the ugly things that you have to have and keeps the room looking pretty. The way you redid it will allow it to move anywhere and still fit in.

[@linagardelidart1476]

As a Swede I love your obsession with our traditional cabinets. See your new piece as a tribute to your trip here ❤️ If you come again you have two places you should go. ”Dalarna” where you would find the most beautiful traditions of wood working, crafting etc. A style you would love to incorporate into your home. Secondly you should go to ”Österlen” being a famous area of the southest part of Sweden. More of a mediterranean vibe… more bohemic, crafty, artistic and rustic. ❤️❤️❤️😍

[@rhianfiler8764]

The key to painting projects is enjoying the process. Nailed it! ❤ This was so enjoyable to watch and inspires me. 🖌️🎨

[@pfles1]

Looks like a beautiful piece of folk art. I’m so glad you are happy with your cabinet. 😊

[@BaiboBibiaWorld]

It flows from the kitchen and opens the eyes to a different vision away from the kitchen...this piece uniqueness glows as if inviting you in...love it❤

[@floridaregisteredagent9488]

This is exactly what antiqued folk art handpainted furniture looks like. You really lucked out on this piece since the carved design kind of played right into the style. 🎉

[@pamela3722]

That looks so good. I would love something like that in my house. But I wish you would put up something to block the steps. Can you tell I’m someone’s mother? That’s making me nervous. So can that be your next video? I’m afraid you or Justin will break your necks if you fall.

[@ruthmiriampires8430]

It is so beautiful with its new lease on life and definitely needs a protective coat especially for a piece that will be in a wet room. I saw someone recommending wax to further age it. But I’m not sure about wax in a humid environment. Maybe, and if so, clear wax first and then a darker wax for more character. Kacha on KZbin is the Queen of adding character to furniture with paint and wax.

[@honestreviewsonly1915]

Seriously, you got this incredibly interesting cabinet for free? That’s a real find! So much you could do with this. Endless.

[@alanmccarthy4004]

Looks so beautiful. What creative vision to create that from a plain unit.

[@nicolehubbard3536]

The armoire looks amazing! I especially like the dots on the swirls and the green leaves. So pretty.

[@ARAMA.77]

Justin is such a great team player; from driving his truck in LA traffic to helping you every step of the way. It would be great to hear more from him & his journey !

[@madzabinga8382]

I really love the folk art direction of your vision! I agree with the need for some darker furniture wax to mute the colors a bit, and highlight the dimension in the carvings.

[@firestick4991]

I love how you love things that have so much character!

[@amyweaver7413]

I think you did a lovely job. It definitely reminds me of Scandinavian folk painting. ❤❤❤

[@teresajarkowska5792]

Every one is entitled to an opinion on this because everyone has different tastes, that doesn’t mean there is a right or wrong about the end product. It is Drew’s personal taste; he loves it, it is clearly right for him and that is the only opinion that matters. The nice thing about all the preparatory work and the lack of sealing/waxing is that it can be pretty easily be modified as and when his personal taste changes. My opinion? An excellent example of upcycling at its best (and I do rather like the end product as it happens😍😍).

[@d__extraordinary175]

I loved how you gave this piece another life 🦊

[@marywarren8490]

Your visions are specular. You tend to explain your projects before you start but they always turn out more than expected. Anxious to see the other additions. 😊

[@goodbyewinterblues]

I really like it! So much better than the outdated version it was before.

[@sarahhansen762]

Very interesting. I loved that you tried something so different from your normal style. Great job.

[@anaverran3040]

It looks like folk art. Just what you intended and very charming.

[@jacquidanke1263]

I LOVE THIS FOR YOU! WHAT A GREAT PIECE FOR THE SPACE YOU NEEDED TO FILL! GOT TO LOVE "FREE". IT IS ALWAYS FUN TO WATCH YOU (AND YOUR FRIEND) DO THIS MAKEOVER TOGETHER. WISH I HAD THE TALENT YOU HAVE FOR STYLE AND I LOVE YOUR FLARE! GOD BLESS!

[@rianemapel2097]

Love it! What a perfect armoire you found!! You did such a great job painting it. Nay sayers don’t understand mixing a more rustic piece like this with newer, even polished, items you have is a beautiful cohesive look. You have rustic elements through out the home like the floor and your pottery. It’s all blends beautifully.

[@BB63191]

I love that it adds a pop of interest to that space. So perfect!

[@tammyleviner3070]

Well she's def gorgeous.. something I'd actually buy and have in my home for sure❤ Great Job!

[@jmac9199]

At the end of this video, all that matters is the 😊smile on your face‼️ And you did the work to make your vision of the hutch your own you like it‼️👍🏾

[@Gabrielle499]

👏👏😍 Love it !!! Thank you for making folk art painting cool again!!

[@sueleeg3215]

I love this cabinet. It goes with your house. You did a good job making it look rustic and giving it an old look.

[@kathygyles8206]

OMG, I was worried when I first saw the armoire, but u definitely had the perfect vision!! You guys are so fun to watch! Love ur home and ALL of the hard work and love you've put into it!!

[@Lyn4Him]

Your creativity never ceases to amaze me! That turned out beautiful!

[@cynthiamuffoletto7480]

Amazing!! The sanding at the end was the icing on the cake!! I love love love it!!

[@deborahhill4595]

This goes so well with the tiles. It may also be the only time I've seen distressing I like. I think you have to really know wood and paint before you can get distressing right.

[@marissabulso6439]

Fascinating juxtaposition between the worn, folksy cabinet and the clean, elegant kitchen. Can’t wait to see it all come together! Be sure to seal your cabinet with wax when you’re finished painting! It’ll help the acrylic last.

[@TurtleBea]

I gotta say, you really nailed the look you were going for! The best part about it is that YOU got it for FREE. And that means you could do WHATEVER YOU damn well please to it and it will still be happy and beautiful! You saved its life and gave it a new one! Now, instead of being thrown away to a landfill, it’s going to live it’s life as a star on a very big platform and be a beauty it always deserved to be ❤️🥹 GOOD JOB, DREW!

[@andreamcguin2375]

I LOVE this charming piece! I love how you have no fear of going in with the folksy painting and sanding it all. You really inspire me!

[@marieneu264]

12:58 this is so fun!!! Laundry rooms are supposed to be more fun and a little different than the rest of the house. That’s why new builds always have fun wall and cabinet colors in the laundry rooms!

[@valeriekane615]

You did a great job! ! I see all the opinions, but it is truly perfect and love your idea! ! Thank you, Valerie

[@pollymaxwell5585]

I love it. I took an old coffee table that was my mother’s, she was throwing it away. I stripped it and painted it with her living room colors. When I was done, it looked nothing like the original, but I knew my mother would love it, so I surprised her on her birthday. She said she had never really liked it, but loved the new Version. It was so much fun to paint, but the stripping and sanding was not fun. I can’t wait to see what you do with the rest of the laundry room.

[@Pasteesh]

Great work on this one! I know your going to make the whole laundry room amazing and this piece turned out awesome!❤

[@jeannieeakin1374]

It’s gorgeous. I was waiting for the alteration of the inside to some more shelves for storage of linens.

[@kaizen_5091]

That was a fun project to watch. Excited to see the rest of the laundry room complete along with hardware to finish off the cabinet.

[@danielllleX]

I think I understand the look that he’s going for, Which is Spanish and really rustic and raw and I think it looks great

[@yaminibisht]

You are very talented. I watch your videos because each project has a unique twist to it (unlike some other designers for example McGee & Co. Where every project is just the same lacking creativity, too much repetition). Your projects on the other hand are unique, beautiful and very creative.

[@debfranke4303]

So cute! Who would have thought to paint an old TV cabinet like that! Justin is a true friend to help strip & sand. You owe him.

[@anneaton921]

It turned out lovely!!!🥰

[@katherinegeddie7687]

It looks fantastic! It will make such a useful area to store things.

[@charlenelindsay2019]

Dear Drew...oh my word...the transformation is spectacular!!! LOVE,LOVE,LOVE folk art feel. It reminds me of Old California art. You've out done yourself on this one. Hugs💞 P.S. I'm gonna watch this again !!!💞

[@lonefox]

Thank You Charlene!!! It's definitely a hit or miss with people but I ADORE Folk Art!

[@trendsbyvalentine]

Yes I don’t understand why so many people are not a fan. I LOVE it! Reminds me also of Austrian pieces

[@brigitterauscher5031]

Totally, I'm from Austria and it reminds me of the old painted wardrobe from my parent's home!@@trendsbyvalentine

[@charlenegoskowicz8220]

I remember in the late 1980s, both Lowes and Home Depot stores carried raw-pine, "French-style," Mexican-made TV armoires. That piece reminds me of those (I'm talking "before" stage). Now...well, you've transformed that cabinet into a cool "European antique" wardrobe! I love that folk art vibe, and it looks perfect with the era of your home. I have repurposed TV armoires, too, and I like to cut foam board to size and cover it with beautiful fabric to cover the hole in the back, placing it inside the cabinet. Usually friction between the wood and fabric hold the board in place (it's a snug fit), and the shelves do the rest. Can't wait to see how everything comes together. You're the master of turning chicken scratch into chicken salad!

[@druv1950]

Tip; after spraying it down with oven cleaner, cover it with saran wrap. Let it sit over night. Forgot to say how lucky it was to find this and free😮

[@libertyblueskyes2564]

free ninety nine

[@mariansolo6309]

That is a labor of love. It's beautiful.