Refurbishing a Neglected Chest of Drawers | How to fix falling drawers!

[@sharilambeth9062]

It’s like watching a crime show…and that dresser was definitely a crime scene to start. Every show needs a crazy plot twist! 😂

[@clairewright8153]

A very accurate analogy 😂😂😂

[@deborahmatatall]

This was a furniture miracle. That thing was U-G-L-Y! It looks great now and I loved watching the transformation. Perfect piece for a teenage boy!🌸

[@mary-virginiafeger3306]

I agree that this was a furniture miracle. Great work. I’m sure your friend’s son will appreciate it.

[@salvagedbykscott]

I think so too!

[@amybucher5439]

It was worth the time & energy you spent. I wonder how many pieces you & the other furniture folks have saved from the landfill? Collectively, probably several tons! Thank you, Katie.

[@salvagedbykscott]

A lot

[@ivywells2909]

Those spray can trigger handles are game changers!

[@jenniferknaff10]

I wished newer furniture was made with the care you give each piece. As always great job!😊

[@salvagedbykscott]

Thank you! 😊

[@BigMamaCat]

In the early parts of the video, I was wondering if this chest of drawers might be more trouble than they were worth, but your finished product is absolutely stunning. Lovely work.

[@katieh200]

Looking at it at first I thought I would just set it on fire I did not realise it could turn out so nice great job Katie 😉👍💛🧡🤎 from Katie in 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@suecox2308]

I can appreciate a crazy plot twist!

[@marilynyarbrough7951]

Katie, you have a very big heart. Thanks for not giving up on such a time consuming project. It now has a WOW factor beyond imagination. Thank you.

[@gwendolyndee]

What a great teacher you are! And the end product turned out perfect as usual! Thanks for the lesson!

[@4everyoung24]

“Always gotta be some crazy plot twist.” 😂😂😂😂😂 That looks so gratifying with those big chips coming off.

[@jillebeanthe1st]

You've been missed! It's so wonderful to watch your new project. I hope you were able to relax and rejuvenate during your break from content making. Welcome back!

[@salvagedbykscott]

Thank you so much!

[@debbyalder4089]

That was soo much work! Wonderful result Katie!! ❤

[@bfranklin1052]

Ugh what a mess! Welcome back from summer! Hope this didn't erase all the relaxation you created in August. So fun to watch the process again. 💕

[@hbrealhousewife2270]

Yeah……she’s back. Thank goodness. This project certainly satisfied my furniture flipping obsession. From total trash to beautiful. 😊

[@sabrinahemingway2970]

Loved the care and effort you put into restoring this for a neighbors teen. Astonishing how beautiful it turned out from the mess that you started with.

[@cjfromtexas3954]

I really like watching how you tackle different problems. And the result is amazing.

[@antiquesrestoration3874]

Another wonderful resurrection of a piece that anyone else would have cast off. Nicely done.

[@angelaehr4963]

Geezus! That dresser was every color under the sun! Such patience giving it new life. Beautiful!

[@eb9844]

Love the transformation. Glad that you gave this dresser a new life and that it didn’t end up in the landfill.

[@natalieelisabeth5767]

“There’s always gotta be some crazy plot twist.” The subtle emotion in your voice when you said this-felt so validating to my own furniture follies for some reason 🤷‍♀️😆❤

[@nanny8675309]

I love seeing the inexpensive furniture flips because after all didn’t furniture flipping get started to prevent stuff from going to the landfill. Great job as usual😍

[@louanneross6410]

Welcome back Katie. Youve been missed but hope you are rejuvenated. This turned out great. Not sure a 14 yr old boy can truly appreciate your efforts here but it looks great.

[@sandieemig4593]

This was such a great video! As usual, the chest turned out beautifully! I really appreciated that you explained what needed repair and why, and then demonstated how you made the repair. Bonus was letting us in on the frustrations that are bound to happen! Keep the videos coming!!

[@lightsoutdrillinstructor237]

I just have to tell you thank you. I’ve been watching your videos for a while and I’ve revitalized my entire dining set, nursery furniture, and now my bedroom furniture. I just snagged a phenomenal vintage baker furniture walnut dresser for $100 and I am so excited to make it match my bedroom pieces. Thank you for sharing your work and giving all these project tips. I have been able to create some really beautiful pieces for my home without breaking the bank, and I’m so grateful!

[@salvagedbykscott]

That is awesome!

[@kimeverhart6253]

Oh Katie! I was skeptical!! The way that piece was shaking all about when you were taking it apart made me wonder if indeed is was beyond saving! But you did it and made it so NICE!! I truly love how you clean up the INSIDE of the drawers to make them clean and pretty again! To me, that shows true craftsmanship! I was hoping you would put cute little legs on it! Did that ever cross your mind? I must say I am so in love with the beautiful paint finish you can achieve!! So sleek and soft!! You are gifted!! 🥰

[@luxurycardstore]

I am so jealous of you. I wish I knew how to use and properly handle power tools like you. You worked that dresser like a champ and showed it who’s the boss. Excellent work and it turned out so nice. Great job!

[@honeykat1]

Well that was an adventure!! What a lot of work - but a great result!!! So satisfying to watch! I hope you had a great summer and are feeling rested and recovered. I'm happy to see you back and am looking forward to what Katie does next. Kindest regards, k

[@shellyannray3601]

This dresser looks fantastic!! I’m sure your neighbor loved it!! I know I do!!!

[@danielleweston1492]

Glad you are back KS! Excellent work and explanation as always.

[@wendyhale2189]

The hardware turned out great.

[@lutinab5265]

I currently live in a bus. No furniture makeovers in my near future, yet I can't stop watching your videos AND taking notes!!! I'm addicted! Thank u for all ur tips, advice, and especially for not editing out any mistakes. ❤

[@laurelarmstrong4535]

Thanks for the tutorial on everything needed for an extremely damaged piece. Lots of information. It also lets us know not to do this if flipping . It looks wonderful and I’m sure your friend will be happy.

[@salvagedbykscott]

Thanks for watching!

[@genevereid]

My dresser was damaged when my house was flooded. I was going to throw it away but not sure why it is still in my house. Now you have given me the idea to refurbish it. Thanks Katie. I wish you were my neighbour ❤

[@crankysusanne7409]

Holy cow, it looks amazing. You’re a born teacher; your explanations are so clear and easy to understand. Thank you!

[@frelnc]

Another great job, Katie. You and I have something in common. I find I can do some good work in the middle of the night. I'm a second-generation insomniac, and the first thing mom told me when we figured out I had it was to never stay in bed and toss and turn. Get up and do something constructive. It's worked for years. But - back to your project. I think it turned out very nicely. I noticed that you moved the top drawer back to its proper position in the rank. This is a perfect dresser for a pre-teener. A very nice save.

[@valeriehowden471]

Welcome back. Quite the mess. Your sander earned it's keep on this one. Loving the end result and I'll have to keep my eyes open for that paint.

[@carolmiller6104]

Great job saving a very functional piece of furniture! The drawers looked to be a generous size; I can't size a wimpy sized drawer. Truly a trash to treasure.

[@patriciasibel4917]

GREAT JOB KATIE! Thank you for your teaching ethic as you go along your way to refurbishing this piece! You help INSTRUCT!! 💘😎👍🏼

[@LindaSkutnik]

I have missed you Katie. Hope you had a wonderful Summer. Welcome back. Love this makeover.

[@kebergify]

Looked amazing for the "after" shot. I love the knobs, of all things. Totally made new again.

[@rebeccadunn4799]

Beautiful!! Missed you💐😊

[@debrabutler7452]

There's my girl. Yeh, Katie!!!

[@sherriann674]

This was the video I needed to see. Thank you so much! I am feeling more confident about tackling broken drawers now.

[@c.h.9193]

That turned out so well. You really worked your magic on it. That young man has a great new dresser. Cathleen

[@erinmiller8269]

Missed you! So pumped for this 🎉

[@francinemiranda8409]

Think I learn something new with every video, whether a new process, or just a cool inspiration! Thanks so much! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@mistygeller3193]

Wow! You worked quite a miracle on that little dresser! Great job! And thank you so much for all of the really helpful tips. I have a nice old dresser that is in need of a repaint and several drawer repairs. I’ve been putting it off for a really long time because I was unsure of how to go about it. This video is exactly what I needed! Yayyy!! 😊

[@novembermiss]

Great job repairing and restoring this piece and you are absolutely right: the many layers of paint suggest that, cheaply made though it might be, it's served a number of people for a number of years, and will continue to do so. I think it'll stand up nicely to a teenager's use as well!

[@janetmoore1124]

The furniture gods have a sense of humor. When you began there was the question of is all this work worth it? When you finished the answer was a resounding yes. Beautiful job on a piece of furniture that will continue to do its job for a long time to come. Welcome back, you've been missed!

[@dyanalayng5507]

That looks terrific. Love the way you reuse the old hardware; it came out well. I hope the new owner watches this - but probably not. 😍 We enjoyed it though!

[@jamieomahen2656]

Great stars and steel rim garters that was a transformation! Glad this guy got off the isle of misfit furniture and back into family life! 🎉❤

[@annelarson160]

Katie! So excited you are back! Hope you had an awesome summer! Caught your interview with Christina and Meggie--you were awesome! You really took on a doozie on this one! Kudos to you for turning it around!

[@salvagedbykscott]

Thanks so much!!

[@c.h.9193]

So good to have you back. Hope your Summer was wonderful and you made fantastic memories with your beautiful family:) Cathleen

[@nellygarcia3937]

Beautiful work

[@LindaBeals-yc4pm]

Hi K…I think latex paint was what someone used….latex paint just sets on the wood, that’s why I love Annie Sloan chalk paint…it really adheres….it’s made for furniture…your hard work paid off…you r the best kind of neighbor to have…love your kindness.

[@elainethompson6427]

You are so professional. Every item you flip, turns out so beautiful

[@emmavik-fredriksson640]

I've missed your videos over the summer, great that you are back! What a huge mess this was! Love that you saved it anyways, it looks perfect for a 14-year old!

[@salvagedbykscott]

Thank you so much!

[@myflippingadventures]

You are amazing at what you do! Every transformation makes me want to run out to work on my projects. Also, your patience is admirable 😜

[@MrHuismeester]

You having a lucky neighbor with this nice piece off furniture !! Looking nice again but a little bit smaller after stripping all off the old paint.....😉😉!!

[@JoJo-Hamilton]

Katie that outcome is a work of LOVE! ❤

[@sylviamacdonald6682]

Oh my goodness Katie, the transformation of this piece is incredible. The yellow paint was by far the worst I've seen. You are a, " Warrior " my friend. Thank you for keeping furniture out of the land fill. Love &Blessings from Nova Scotia. xo

[@dawnhertz1014]

I hope your neighbours appreciated all your hard work!

[@marymorrison2484]

Agreed! That thing will have a whole other life. I love it.

[@donnajoseph2004]

I think the time and cost of products was very worth it because you nicely gave your neighbor's son a cool looking piece!

[@tracydale4192]

11pm?!? So many comments!! First, you’re a great neighbor to help out on this one! Second, thanks for showing the transformation - it looks wonderful 😊 - T

[@TheNicoliyah]

What a mammoth undertaking 😮 I up cycle furniture for my own home & u put in serious WORK! Looks fab!👌

[@trinidad2450]

Katie, you even try to spare the feelings of neglected furniture. My kind of girl!❤

[@CocoJo445]

Katie, another beautiful piece of furniture. That LUCKY boy! 😊

[@blymawolpin3405]

Thank you for the detailed explanation of how to replace the drawer guides.

[@kristinecornell8649]

Such satisfying videos. Love the paint strip & the paint application!

[@lauriehuber3040]

So glad to see you back! Hope you enjoyed some down time. This was an amazing ‘re do’. I always enjoy the black frames with stained wood drawers but understand this one was probably not an option. Looks great!

[@terrij3978]

My goodness, such a beautiful and amazing transformation!

[@nvu8055]

I would've given up on this piece a long time ago, but you didn't and I am oh so impressed by the outcome!!

[@cookiepfeffer8196]

The dresser turned out fantastic!

[@JuanDiaz-qz9xv]

Watching you working is mesmerizing!

[@DellaBourne]

Loved watching you transform the ugly set of drawers to a beautiful result ❤

[@jeniferpollonais6546]

Love the result! Nice work! Thanks for the video! 😊

[@lisaarcemont]

Beautiful and sleek! Love that!

[@marciabradley7660]

Nice information about all things necessary for success. I especially appreciate the information on the paint.

[@salvagedbykscott]

Glad it was helpful!

[@patsyporter5082]

That was so fun to watch! Like a little furniture miracle. Great job yet again! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻♥️😊

[@L.Spencer]

Yes, so beautiful and good to keep things out of the landfill! Maybe not worth it from a business standpoint, but definitely worth it from a human one.

[@salvagedbykscott]

Absolutely!!

[@ATXdee]

Your finished results are amazing. Very nice.

[@pamboone6921]

Hellllllo Katie, I hope your summer has been wonderful, sure missed you. Awww yeah this piece definitely turned out awesome, but I NEVER doubt you on anything you do. Lol cause you’re awesome! Your little neighbor friend is gonna love it. God Bless sweet girl ❤

[@lauriebrakemeyer2309]

Looks wonderful now you have it finished

[@genevievechabot3282]

Wow Katie, what an amazing 180°! 😍 Loved this instructional video, thank you!

[@psc1939]

Love that you recycle repurpose. WAY too much stuff is tossed without a thought. I see neighbors that won't even take cardboard to our recycling center. Keep inspiring us!!!

[@mknowles2090]

One of my favorite colours! Love the staging. 💕

[@tamioconnell8976]

Man, what a make over! No one would have known how ugly it was before you made it into a handsome and usable piece again! Lucky young man who now gets to use it!

[@sarahrenfrow9795]

Katie, one word-amazing! Thanks for sharing

[@sharinashields1327]

Stunning. Such hard work, for a huge payoff. 😍♥️

[@utsukushii79]

Missed watching your videos while you were on hiatus. My goal is to eventually get a place with a garage to allow me to finally partake in this hobby that I have been wanting to take part in. Let’s see what this year gives us.

[@twisttwist6184]

Excellent job!

[@nataliamaliga]

Love the finish of that paint! Do you think the alkyd satin enamel would work on metal furniture? I have a large flat file (like architectures use, or for map storage) and I've been looking for a good paint to use to change the color on it.

[@karinapfel650]

Brilliant paint combo on the hardware!

[@NewSummitInc]

You are so creative, Katie, congrats on a job well done.

[@TheDreamingWigwamCompany]

Absolutely love the finished piece, another amazing transformation. Thank you for the tips on how to fix and make new any issues with damaged and broken furniture. Is there any way to message you privately to ask a couple of questions, or do you just take them from the comments? Thanks, Cat 😊

[@juliekay7697]

Yaaaaaaaaaaaay she's back!

[@ernaverheijdt2925]

Thanks for sharing. You're handy and very creative.