Refinishing A Vintage Dresser | Furniture Restoration

[@carlasouza5306]

Omggggg thank you for not putting loud music..... I enjoy the sound of the machines... and your voice

[@Simon-dm8zv]

Exactly. Very hard to find this kind of quality footage these days.

[@bemccune7671]

He is the Bob Ross of furniture restoration.

[@bemccune7671]

If you like Dashner you may also enjoy The Crafsman channel

[@carolirvine3095]

I love watching your videos - You have the patience of a saint

[@jaydevenport7927]

I agree, it's really peaceful, and relaxing.

[@ForeverMasterless]

Wow, watching you disappear those scratches was like watching a magic trick!

[@kenc2257]

I had the same thought! That technique worked out really well.

[@tegan71969]

I would have filled them first with the wood putty, then stained, then used the poly. Although they are camouflaged, you'll still see the scratch or valley in the wood. Better to level it off first.

[@mudgetheexpendable]

I appreciate more than I can say the fact that you're doing this beautification and reclamation work on everyday, not-costly stuff. It feels like a blow against the "just-toss-it" virus that worries me so.

[@MiloHelmes]

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[@kaymack5304]

I love the grain on the wood. Great tutorial on fixing the legs too!

[@evilldead6824]

I think what draws me to your videos is the attention to detail. like the extra step of hand touching dark spots in the finish. I use to do a lot more of this not at your level back in the late 90's before KZbin when i would hunt for cheap furniture for my college apartments! AMAZING WORK!

[@mermaidrocksoapcompany6540]

This is not just restoration. He is an artist. 😊

[@LutfiO]

I guess you are the only one on KZbin who doesn't have a fancy flush trim saw and can still flush some wood. Stay same man, stay humble, stay being our hero :)

[@elizabethlane9706]

Awesome job! I also liked the scratch lesson. Admire use of simple goods. Also learned about use of clamping and gluing techniques. Liked how you used what you had.

[@niva8043]

You are like a wizard with that brush.

[@MNTNSTARZ80.]

I absolutely LOVE watching your channel. You actually RESTORE the furniture to its original beauty. Whereas other channels I've seen call sanding and throwing white paint on what was or could have been beautiful pieces of furniture. I myself work hard to fix, refurbish and refinish furniture to as close to its original as possible Heck, I once worked for weeks restoring and removing paint that looked like they were going for a faux antique look some idiots had put on an 1800 solid mahogany sleigh bed. I finished it with a clear rub on finish that allowed the deep red and almost purple colors to shine through

[@sirbrewzalot]

I hate the chalk paint and glittery stuff!

[@tegan71969]

Yes! Painting over a beautiful solid wood , like mahogany, walnut, etc., is a travesty and just plain lazy!

[@carlgruber4569]

Every day I see that crappy shabby chic redo of great furniture ... worst

[@eliebellie]

Tegan69 or maybe it’s just other people’s taste? doesn’t mean they’re being lazy...

[@paulcarlachapman628]

Yes! Some of the painted pieces are nice, but I love seeing the original wood! This is a favorite channel.

[@rosecityremodel2015]

I love your projects and the fact that you believe in restoring old furniture pieces! I especially love the mid-century modern furniture.

[@NT-ot3nz]

Wow, that looks really, really good! The new stain brings in the grain and the pattern of the wood in such a smooth, rich way... The colour is just beautiful, makes the whole dresser so much more regal and solid. It became a stand out piece, you did it great justice!

[@DashnerDesignRestoration]

Thank you!

[@DashnerDesignRestoration]

@Maxbinned What's your count up to? I'm at 187. I hope to reach 200 by the end of the year. Fingers crossed....

[@matteomatwallace]

Watched you repair the scratches with my mouth agape save the three or four expletives that tumbled out. It was because of the tedious care you took with the literal tiniest details and the way they miraculously disappeared. Kudos!

[@peterpanassow7814]

Same here! 😂

[@margaretsparksrittenhouse8787]

Excellent work camouflaging the scratches, and great problem solving on the legs!

[@theMoporter]

"The first stain was Candlelight" okay sure whatever "And the second was Antique Walnut" Yessss

[@emmae858]

I don't see myself repurposing furniture any time soon, but I find your voice super relaxing.

[@wasabij]

You should give it a shot! I thought it would be more difficult to get started but even as a complete amateur, the results I got improved busted pieces dramatically!

[@raquelledesma9566]

I have three mid century pieces and they all need a bit of repair. Did you spend a lot of money on tools?

[@dontcallmefornothing]

Every time I watch it until "Thanks for watching"... A really amazing job!

[@moonbellybaby6238]

Fabulous grain and incredible how you made those scratches disappear ‼️😎

[@arielrussell291]

I had a really rough week, but this showed up in my recommended and really was a nice and calm way to end the day. Thank you.

[@janis6363]

I love seeing you turn “ugly ducklings” into beautiful, useful pieces or “swans”. A great way to relax. Thanks 🙏🏼😊

[@MikeJansen2]

I love your videos. For folks like me just starting out, it would be amazing if you could do a video(s) on "diagnosing" the original piece. What drives your decision process? How can you tell if it is laminate or veneer? Etc. Love your channel!

[@bhgemini]

Love how you fixed the scratches. A true artist!

[@grizzzlebees]

Yes! My weekend just got so much better. Thank you! Be well

[@leewood729]

Making the wood grain "pop" made this piece a lot more attractive. Lovely job.

[@lilMissAdoria]

That is one beautiful dresser. These videos are so soothing for me, I love watching gorgeous antique pieces being restored and becoming as handsome as they once were all over again.

[@traceyrice]

I really like this dresser. It's simple and yet the grain pattern is gorgeous with the new stain. 💜

[@jmurillo1960]

Great restoration. Excellent approach on the wooden legs repair. I'm learning a lot watching your videos, is like being registered in a Restoration Academy, thank you for sharing your knowledge. Greetings from Costa Rica.

[@WEVallely]

Beautiful as usual. You truly can make a silk purse from a sow's ear. (at least I think that's how it goes)

[@mayorofthenonsense]

The way you disappear those scratches is masterful. Wow.

[@kattkatt744]

I love seeing you give these pieces a new life. I'm learning so much about the construction of them and getting a more conscious understanding of my own preference for them. Thank you for taking your time to share.

[@DashnerDesignRestoration]

Thank you for watching.

[@WilliamEllison]

That's beautiful and great Job on the leg repair. sincerely, Your Wisconsin neighbor

[@DashnerDesignRestoration]

Thank you.

[@hodayadostri7411]

I just come here to ease my thoughts, thank you

[@sarah-janegalipo3995]

Best restorer on KZbin.

[@OrganizeCreateDecorate]

Wow. I am always blow away by your restorations. Nice that there are people out there that still not what that word means. They think slopping on some chalk paint means you've restored it. I guess they don't have a dictionary. Again, thanks for sharing your amazing talent!

[@dongday]

so many have been inspired to do some woodworking or refinishing some old furniture because of you - Thank you for your calming videos.

[@sarahrenfrow9795]

I have watched enough of your videos to know you are a master craftsman, but when you did that trick with the scratches, that blew my mind! Gorgeous work.

[@grzegorz16100]

2:48 I have a good tip. Squirt some water in that crack first and the glue will follow the water and into the crack.

[@nathanleon5039]

i think the fact that you're shooting at the right frame rates and shutter speeds needs to be acknowledged

[@bloggalot4718]

Another first class job, magic work dealing with the scratches.

[@shaosu9243]

All I felt is a very intelligent person does this channel, very neat-- in any points! Helplessly love them! Thanks made this peaceful corner in this noisy world!

[@tomanderson9668]

I appreciate how he is able to evaluate the process and then correct a problem issue. DIY projects never go entirely smoothly and need a different process. Thanks for a great video.

[@amg2012amg]

Guy reminds me of Bob Ross With his soft, hypnotic voice.. was waiting for him to start drawing distant mountain ranges, seascapes, forest scenes, with those happy little trees.

[@dianeconti7602]

It's good to see you back with another phenomenal restoration. What a beautiful piece of furniture. You've brought it back to life. Stay safe there, from me here in southeastern Turkey.

[@DashnerDesignRestoration]

Thank you.

[@sweettreatsoverload4296]

I love that you don't ruin things with paint

[@peterpanassow7814]

I agree!

[@Confession68]

I loved that dresser, but I also loved that building across the street with the vines. 😍

[@erikas974]

Every time I am watching you keep thinking how sad my Dad is not alive. He use to do some similar work back in the 60-70's and I use to help him. We made a great team and I miss that. Your magic touch to make disappear those deep scratches are truly amaizing. Thank you for my Sunday morning relaxing time and I didn't have to make much effort to please myself.😍👌👍👌👍🖖🖖🖖🖖

[@yukatakeuchi7925]

Your channel is my favorite, thank you from japan🌷

[@DashnerDesignRestoration]

Thank you.

[@mariannerady1137]

I think your channel is my favorite one to watch when I really want sth calm. I am amazed by your skill! Also you explain everything so well, seeing you figure out the solutions to challenges is very valuable. Thank you so much from Germany

[@vickiefowler1429]

I didn’t think I was going to like this one... yet, here I am saying how nice it turned out. Bet someone is wishing they had this piece back now!

[@glg3945]

Very beautiful! I was so glad to see that you had posted today. You really do amazing work. Peace and good fortune and good health to you and your family.

[@tiabean1635]

One of my most favorite channels. I’m happy you don’t add loud music. You’re the Bob Ross of furniture restoration. :)

[@AnaJuanable]

I'm not only in love with your work but also with the videos aesthetic: so quite, with the sounds of machines, your voice, the little silences between steps...

[@greatsewing6061]

The calm equanimity of your videos is like a meditation, the mystical experience of quiet work.

[@ymottspice]

That paintbrush scratch camoflague made me smile, thanks for another excellent video.

[@philginakis5551]

It's Saturday morning where I am and i thought to myself, gee I could do with some Dashner right now, some soothing therapeutic furniture restoration to calm the soul... And you delivered as always! Thanks for being so consistently excellent with the production of your videos and showing us your craft; you're always a pleasure to watch and I look forward to seeing your videos every time they release. Stay safe over there, all the best!! Praise from down under

[@DashnerDesignRestoration]

Thank you!

[@WilliamWBG]

You need a Festool Domino ..... it’s the only festool I own but it is a game changer like no other tool available today. It’s the best invention for quality woodworking tools ever.

[@echozero9407]

What I like about this channel: 1. No music so I can just listen to the explanations and the nature sounds from the background. Really relaxing. 2. No distracting special effect for the videos. 3. Just restore its original looks rather than follow trends (but I would like to see some from this channel, when it is appropriate for the piece of furniture). 4 No annoying introduction...:"hi, welcome to my channel, I am going to do today is....blah blah blah....If you are new here, I am a painter.....blah blah blah...... " Thank you for making things simple and professional.

[@hanhb6047]

I was not expecting a video on refinishing a dresser to be so soothing.

[@TwistedQuestionMark]

You were a magician with those scratches!

[@katiechang4282]

Huge fan! have learned a lot from you. Thanks for the video!

[@DashnerDesignRestoration]

Thanks for watching!

[@Peggyt-jp6mt]

Your voice is very calming; Minneapolis needs you.

[@TravisCampbell6l6]

He'd be a good host for an NPR show telling stories.

[@timma_thy]

He sounds like Joe Pera.

[@aaronbrewer1831]

@@timma_thy Joe Pera is very weak one dimensional hack of a comedian. Joe is just an act. This guy is an authentic craftsmen of fine furniture restoration. Tell Joe to go wash his flannel underwear.

[@TwinBleaks]

@@timma_thy Omg, been saying this since I first discovered this channel lmao

[@indie825]

I found an interesting mid-century modern end table for free on craigslist a while back. It's solid, just has some condition issues with the veneer, some water stains and a bit of mildew on the legs and under belly. Reviewing your video's to work out the game plan on refinishing it. Thank you for all the great ideas!

[@yessss_pls]

I love watching your videos! I use them to fall asleep faster. But i also really like watching you refinish cool Mid Century pieces. I have a store in Los Angeles and we mainly work with Mid Century and I love seeing the before and after. - Vintage On Point

[@joanklaczek4009]

I find that you have set the standard for furniture restoration videos. When I watch others, I find myself silently saying “ No, that’s not the way. “ and shutting them off in frustration because they aren’t careful enough.

[@NurseMickiLea]

Love how this piece turned out and your technique on covering the darker scratches was so well done.♥️

[@cpearson7372]

Things I feel when watching your videos, and accomplishments: Relaxation Joy Awe Peace Relief (for the piece) Thank you, for continuing, to share your talent, experience, finds and treasures, with us.

[@coleenbarr]

MY GOD. This came out gorgeous. I legit kept screaming, "This is so satisfying! OMG I love this!" I sent it to my sister, wife, and friend and said, "This is my new woodworking sensei. He is soothing me, teaching me stuff, and helping me generally to vibe." Also, I have a few pieces like this that could use this treatment so thank you!

[@lynvoyager5976]

Love that veneer grain. Especially the side panel and drawer fronts. Great job hiding the scratches and bringing the piece back to a better life.

[@mommygarcia9137]

Wow ! You are great at restoring old furniture because you just elevated the look of that dresser to high end furniture ! It's absolutely beautiful !

[@marieb9926]

Nice job! I like the refinish. The grain is beautiful.

[@jrand2631]

Amazing how you're able to bring back some life in these vintage furnitures - great job! 👍👍👍

[@lizday8140]

That color is awesome! So warm. I bet it will be a welcomed piece in someone's home, and give many more years of usefulness to the owners. Great job!

[@DashnerDesignRestoration]

Thank you!

[@caylabala]

I could watch these videos all day long. So relaxing.

[@131dyana]

I enjoyed seeing you make this dresser look almost new. Thank you.

[@WisconsinWanderer]

I work at the local Goodwill handling all donations that come thru and I always smile to myself when I see projects that Dasher Design could do. Very impressive work on the dresser, I’ve learned so much thank you 😊

[@suecox2308]

Always a pleasure to watch and hear you work. You gave this project a beautiful new lease on life--the color and the finish are a big improvement on the look of the original, in my view. The grain is beautiful.

[@jenniferlawrence8533]

What a beauty. Love the grain.

[@pagefoster]

Thank you for another calming excursion. Watching restorations and color applications never gets old!

[@juliajonson798]

Oh this is so gorgeous. The stain came out absolutely perfect! Very inspiring to see you perfect these pieces back to functionality, they all have soul and you make it show. Keep it up!

[@lolomcspanky]

I've been in love with this channel for the past year, and get increasingly excited to try woodworking myself. Thanks to a full year of unemployment (hooray, pandemic!) and my city having a moving day with lots of free furniture on the curb, I'm finally going to take the big step of trying to do a rescue myself. I'm really excited, and wanted to thank you for the inspiration and encouragement. As a woman, I was discouraged from pursuing a trade, and it's really nice to get a second chance to try what I really love. Thanks again, and best wishes for your channel and your future!

[@DashnerDesignRestoration]

Thank you.

[@michaeltreadwell777]

WOW, you did a great job on that - clever way you rectified the wobbly legs, and the way you 'hid' that scratch - brilliant ! I love your videos - you give great tips. Take care and be safe :-)

[@alfies98]

That colour is beautiful

[@vbee3571]

Now a beautiful piece of furniture. I love the wood grain. 👍🏻

[@ActNormalKid]

The glue syringe might be my favorite in your tool arsenal. Great work as always!

[@jglow8337]

Breathtaking again!

[@kaycox5555]

Thanks for all the tips. Your scratches went by by.....Looks wonderful. Congrats.

[@martinkaleta5287]

Minimum use of tools and money, no fancy stuff...you need just time and to put in some humble honest work and you always get great results. Good job, thank you!

[@Thompson0418]

Oh my! What attention to detail! Great piece!

[@chrisdavis1722]

That piece looks totally different (and better) with the legs. Finish is really warm and rich. Great job!

[@olgapaulus7299]

This cabinet looks outstanding, beautiful. I'm a fan. Thanks for sharing.

[@Jarrettsjams]

I think I like this dresser too much. Thanks for the great video.

[@katharinatrub1338]

What an unusual Chest. Your work on it is grandiose! This piece has become so beautiful and valuable with a trifle of quirkiness.

[@tekviper9]

Amazing work sir! You have the best restoration channel IMHO. Thank you for sharing!

[@mickeytheis7786]

Wow that shellac trick on the scratches... amazing!!!

[@danielattencio579]

Excellent job. I really enjoy the longer videos. I learn a lot of simple tech. Dan

[@gailgaddy5340]

I liked the way you solve the issues as they popped up. 😄 pretty good looking piece of furniture. I would sure buy it.

[@alisonburgess345]

What a lovely piece of furniture! It looks like a really useful size - I hope it gives someone many years of service. Very well done 👍

[@johnnorwood7127]

As many folks have said, you are an inspiration to us all and brilliant with these videos. Keep doing exactly what you’re doing. You are the Bob Ross of furniture refinishing. Amazing content, your care, attention to detail, and passion for this art is really inspiring. I love all of your videos!

[@PENTHESILEIA1000]

Your channel is fantastic! Your voice is very calming! Your tecniques are brilliant! Please, upload videos more often! Greetings from Greece!

[@sdavifcom]

Very nice as always. I love that you always select shots with something going on in the background: Walkers, joggers, someone pushing a stroller, etc.

[@cinderellatremaine5144]

Well now I know what to use to get a black water stain out of an old side table that was my mother in laws. This was excellent. Thank you!

[@connihinkel7295]

Wow. What a gorgeous final result! Loved watching you fine-tune the colors of the finish, hide the scratches & make the piece solid again.