Saving a Damaged Jacobean Buffet with Milk Paint | Shackteau Interiors | Modern Farmhouse Furniture

In today's video I will be showing you how I saved this damaged Jacobean Buffet I found at my local thrift store. The veneer is heavily damaged. The previous owner(s) did not take care of this piece, especially the top. The veneer top has cracked and bubbled over time because pot holders and coasters were not used. The varnish has started to peel off as well and the dark rings and water marks are extensive.
Whether or not a piece of furniture has been painted or refinished, you need to protect it so that damage like this doesn't happen.
I will be cleaning with TSP, repairing the veneer, filling cracks & damages, sanding the piece, painting with Shackteau Interiors millk paint in Black Beach, distressing, and sealing it with orange scented furniture wax.
If you enjoyed this video please give it a thumbs up, and if you didn't give it a thumbs down! Thanks for watching!
xoxo,
Holly
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[@RickyWilder]

I’m happy you’re keeping this because it’s too good to let go of 😍

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you. I totally agree ❤

[@noraleestone2859]

Hi Holly. Wonderful rescue job on this beautiful piece. I'm not a big fan of dark furniture, but I can appreciate how many people would love to have this. After all your effort, I think it's great that you've decided to keep it.

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

I appreciate you watching & leaving a nice comment, despite not liking dark furniture. You are very kind ❤

[@libertygiveme1987]

😀so GLAD you used the original Hardware!!!! JUST LOVELY!!!!

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thanks!

[@catherinemckenney6317]

I have a buffet almost exactly like that, I know it's over 100 years old. I have been wanting to refinish it but was afraid to. Now because of you I'm going to take on the challenge. 😀 Thank you so much

[@FlipItFurniture]

Holly! Wow, this was in rough shape. You made it sooo beautiful ❤️ I love it. Great job 😊

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you so much, Amy!!

[@randywilder2855]

Another great transformation piece. It's no wonder you want to hold on to this one. Perfection!

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you so much ❤

[@lauradiaz-autin3178]

It's gorgeous and u should keep it as they are very hard to find. You are such an incredible artist.

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you so much. I really appreciate that 💜

[@jill6680]

I wasn't expecting that reveal. Amazing! I love it and keeping the hardware was a 100% right decision for this piece.

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you so much!

[@terrileyda5346]

That hardware is gorgeous! Great results!

[@toddylu6869]

The color and finish are fantastic. You did a great job!!

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you very much!

[@lydiakinnaman1106]

What a beautiful peice to work on. I love the drop hardware . lovely looks like a blue u der tone. Beautiful.

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you so much! It has a neutral undertone for sure, it's really hard to capture true colors on camera :)

[@adrianagroza83]

I love that you used salvaged parchment paper. Nice

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you! 😄

[@pamlooman8045]

Yea, that paint almost looks like ink.. I love it..cause it gets in the design elements.. thank you

[@clarechomyn9686]

You turned it into a beautiful piece. Thanks for saving it

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Your kindness is much appreciated ☺

[@veronicarusso5564]

Really love how this buffet turned out. Milk paint has a mind of it's own

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you so much! It totally does! It's quite unpredictable.

[@jessieslay7422]

Oh wow...how geogous! Thanks for sharing !!

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Appreciate that! Thanks for watching!

[@jenniferfitzgerald1796]

So satisfying the sound effects and your calm tutorial.

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Aw, thank you! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@glencocoreacts3089]

no one: holly: "side step, right-left, to my beat"

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

HAHAHAHAHHAHA I'm glad someone caught that 😂

[@mswoe042]

Great job. Looks awesome. I just bought some milk paint, can’t wait to try.

[@daisyy99]

What a lot of work for such a beautiful result. Certainly keep it for yourself, you deserve it!

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you very much!

[@emmuhhhh]

another stunning piece! i love how you give your pieces beautiful new lives!! 🥺💗

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you so much!! That is always my goal 🤗

[@VintageAndPainted]

Holly this buffet is gorgeous 😍 and that milk paint 👌it’s an inspirational piece

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you so much, Sarah--you are so kind. That means the world. 💜💜

[@briemills9209]

Awesome piece!

[@catcar8212]

Hi Holly, you did a great job repairing the veneer. This sure is a beauty. I've never been able to find a piece like this that wasn't already refinished. Your paint finish is perfect and honors this period piece. I hope you enjoyed the holidays and that your new year is off to a great start!🌷☃️🌷

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

You are so kind, Cath. I really appreciate your words and appreciation for my work. I hope your new year is going well too ❤

[@curiousnook6358]

Absolutely stunning!👏👏👏

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you! 😊

[@kensiblonde4203]

Love the hardware. I find it so odd when people put in modern hardware.

[@kimesch9698]

So sad that oak veneer couldn’t be saved, but you did a great job giving it new life.

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you. Since I'm keeping this for myself, I would like to come back to it one day and replace the veneer on the top and stain it ❤

[@lindacarden9698]

I would keep it too…it is beautiful and your idea to paint it black and distress gave it gorgeous look.

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you so much.

[@cleo1034]

Beautiful color and job!

[@bonniebryant3238]

Stunning!

[@reginahall6063]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you so much!

[@piospisspot]

Good, concise, methodical instructions. Well done. That was very informative.

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Appreciate that! Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@yvonnerobertson1179]

Beautiful. I love distressed pieces and this was a winner. Maybe our almost record cold weeks are over. Thank you for sharing this.

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Aw, thank you! I sure hope so! These cold days make it extremely difficult to work!

[@yvonnerobertson1179]

@@ChicAntiquebyHolly I don't doubt it. Raining right now but it is warmer. Try to stay dry. I'm sure the wet weather affects your work as well.

[@sandymckoy1356]

I like how it turned out. It's not what I expected but it's nice.

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thanks!

[@brucesmith8733]

You amaze me. This piece is just beautiful.

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you so much 🙏

[@spearageddon3279]

Wow, beautiful!

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

thank you!

[@doddnejadfard3251]

So much better,,so glad you saved this piece

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you! Me too!

[@hickorygolddoc]

Looks wonderful! Black milk paint and wax was a really good choice.

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thanks so much! I really appreciate that!

[@MrsJax304]

2nd time I watched this. It turned out amazing. I really love this piece

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Aw thank you so much. That really means a lot to me.

[@Jade_902]

What a magnificent piece! You restored this old beauty so perfectly 🤩

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you so much 😊

[@Jade_902]

@John Meigs Do you see how damaged this piece was? I’d say she definitely restored it. She saved it from being thrown in a fire pit, I’d say she saved, rescued and restored it. I bet her piece did sell. Restored pieces are selling like hot cakes!

[@Jade_902]

@John Meigs dude, long replies aren’t necessary or even read.

[@Jade_902]

@John Meigs John, it’s very simple dear. I’m intelligent enough to know that your opinion is not worth my time.

[@designabeej]

So beautiful 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you :)

[@jacquelineduplantier5563]

Beautiful!!!

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you!!

[@mecrat]

It’s beautiful!

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you!

[@loriethomas169]

Yes it's beautiful

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you!

[@chareast9997]

i have no experiance with milk paint. i really like how it turned out. my next piece might be finished with milk paint

[@brendafarley3434]

NAILED IT!!

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thanks, Brenda! 😄

[@idaniamorales6058]

Beautiful 😻

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thanks!!

[@deestrange2192]

Lovely! You should be very proud.

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you very much. I am very proud ❤

[@babajivamdevjangra1623]

Very very beautiful and nice

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you!

[@CarrieSmithOriginal]

Wow. New sub! 😍 Didn’t know if I was going to like the chippy look but the reveal was awesome! Used the “failing” finish to your great advantage here and it came out beautiful!!

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

i really appreciate that, thank you ❤

[@pattyjoiner1321]

It turned out absolutely beautiful !!

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you so much!

[@kimberlydrake8654]

Wow what a transformation🌟 You did a beautiful job 🙌🏻 lots of work but oh so worth it! Thank you for sharing😊kim

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thanks so much, Kim! 😊

[@fendajones2901]

CLASSIC....so pretty!!!

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you :)

[@laraynekayfes5329]

Love both your work & the bunnies

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you so much! That is so cool that you are from here too! Wow I love that you are starting this journey! Good for you! Thanks for watching my videos ❤

[@sheliaware1183]

beautiful!

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you!

[@ginamaria2579]

Beautiful

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you!

[@rosaliefunk1629]

Beautiful job! It is a special piece. 👍

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you very much 😊

[@nancyespinet2811]

It’s absolutely beautiful.

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you so much :)

[@Ontheflipside2021]

Love the look of the buffet. I wouldn’t consider that “Severely Damaged”

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thanks! Agree to disagree!

[@aubreyackermann8432]

It looked structurally sound, the damage seemed cosmetic. Was there something I wasn't seeing?

[@stevekane615]

Great job and that is my favorite Jam from Trader Joe’s 😂

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you! Mine too!! 😂😂

[@deanneparis8888]

When you use a wax finish door let your buyer know that they must re wax it? I love the chippy over the wood! I usually use a paint coat under mine. I'll have to try that, it turned out bea!

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

This piece wasn't for sale, I kept it for myself :) Glad you like it! Thanks for watching!

[@sunflowersammee1994]

It turned out beautiful. I am getting reading to redo a buffet. 🤞

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you so much! Good luck to you! Let me know how it goes!!

[@kathleenhernandez3772]

It's beautiful piece you did a fabulous job on this piece

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you so much!

[@patpresler6708]

Beautiful, the finish is perfect

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you ☺

[@annemariepallister9885]

I use an electric car polishishing mop to buff off my wax. They are not very expensive and really save your arms,

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

That is a great tip! Thank you!

[@manuelag2128]

Beautiful 🌹

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you 😊

[@CopperCactusDIY]

This turned out beautiful, Holly! Wow, I'm seriously considering milk paint now. Have never tried it before but your results are stunning. A definite keeper!

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you so much, Jen! You 100% need to try milk paint. You'll love it!

[@aubreyackermann8432]

I admit, through most of the video I was sure it would look bad, I should have trusted the process! The ease with which you could distress the piece means that the next owner when you pass it on could easily sand and stain it too.

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Always trust the process! I hope I don't ever have to pass it on! The nature of milk paint makes it easy to distress. It needs time to cure, and it wasn't cured when I was distressing, so it was easy to do. Once it's cured, it's very durable. I also sealed it with wax, so this finish is going to last very well. It won't be easy to sand off.

[@aubreyackermann8432]

@@ChicAntiquebyHolly ok, that makes more sense. I've only bought milk paint once and it didn't flake, so I wasn't exactly sure how yours worked. By passed on, I meant inherited, as it is a beautiful and sturdy piece. I'm sure it will have a long life now it's being looked after.

[@glencocoreacts3089]

i am obsessed with how this turned out! i didn't know you could do intentional chipping!

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you so much! That's what I love about milk paint! It's so unpredictable, you never know how much is going to chip off, but it always turns out beautiful.

[@richewilson6394]

OMG I LOVE THIS PIECE!!! Those who pasted it are idiots!!! I die for this piece!

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Aw, thank you very much. You are so kind.

[@richewilson6394]

@@ChicAntiquebyHolly thanks idk what color myself would have done but I know it be a bold color, like a corral or peacock blue.

[@angelawinters6079]

I think it would be gorgeous with satin black paint!!! But it's lovely for destressed. I prefer shiny!¡

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thanks for watching!

[@larainejones4641]

Lovely

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thanks!

[@sabrefaez1881]

It's beautiful

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you!

[@danshep69]

Looks amazing, great save!

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thanks so much!

[@barbgalligan4885]

Its so pretty

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thanks!

[@sharonrichards7656]

Gorgeous work!

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you so much 😊

[@terrigebler1321]

Such. Beautiful piece!

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you very much!

[@colleenseibel5883]

You did a great job! I love it!

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you so much!

[@degraham9198]

Sweet.

[@andreatrepasburgess7551]

It came out beautiful, the camera shot almost makes it look like a blue tint to it . It you want a smooth finish do you add something else to the milk paint so it doesn’t chip off so easy ? The hardware is so unique

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you so much ! It's hard to capture the true undertone, but it does have a neutral undertone for sure. Yes, Shackteau Interiors sells a paint additive called Extra Bond that prevents the chipping if you want uniform coverage.

[@a.b.d.3974]

All your hard work turned out it's beautiful great job. Subscribed 🤗

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thanks so much! Glad you're here! 😊

[@nancymarx3512]

Gorgeous piece!

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you!

[@jenniferleyh4778]

Great Job!! Looks beautiful!

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you! 😊

[@user-yd2zq6de6s]

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[@cookie6325]

Looks beautiful!

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you!

[@stacy18]

Beautiful x

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you so much!

[@juleykeramaris5438]

It's stunning! And that's saying a lot because I'm generally not a fan of dark furniture. I know nothing of milk paint (which is why I watched) I'd like to know how durable it is. Does it keep flaking?

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you so much! I appreciate you keeping an open mind to something that's not your typical style! It does not keep flaking after is has been sealed. All the paint that didn't adhere to the surface was removed when I sanded the entire piece prior to sealing.

[@sandramarroquin3691]

I love it, how you did with the hardware? They look very nice and shine!!! Amazing!!!🙌🏻🙌🏻💕

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you so much! I actually left the hardware original. Just gave them a good cleaning!

[@lindastowars7346]

iIT TURNED OUT BEAUTIFUL, JUST WISH TH INSIDE WAS PAINTED BLACK

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thanks!

[@mimicope3404]

So beautiful ❤

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you! 😊

[@kayeyeager8006]

Very beautiful job! I may have to try this paint. May I ask if you have ever tried the bag-o-rags from Lowes? It's actually t-shirt material for waxing. Being a chronic pain warrior these work very well for me.

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you so much! I used to use the precision fiber cloths from Home Depot, but I found that I had to buff a lot harder and longer and they wore out really fast so I had to use a lot of them. I'm so glad they have worked well for you and your chronic pain! I like microfiber rags, just based on personal preference!

[@kimberlyakers5923]

so pretty. nice job

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thanks, Kimberly!

[@pennyblakeley8999]

Gorgeous

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thanks!

[@victoriad7938]

Beautiful.

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you!

[@tedihamilton34]

would it have been easier to use a stripper to remove the finish on top? rather than doing all that labor, especially if posting for sale afterwards? I'm asking because I am wanting to start my own flipping/repurposing forgotten furniture etc....

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Not in this situation, because I would have needed to do plenty of sanding afterward anyway. And I wouldn't have wanted to get stripper in all those cracks and holes in the veneer.

[@nikkibadzik3948]

How long do you let the wax sit before you remove it? Sorry if I missed that information in the video. You do such a lovely job.

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you so much! I usually wait 10-20 minutes before buffing it.

[@nikkibadzik3948]

Thank you!

[@nadinehupperetz8073]

I used to use milk paint 15 years ago. I loved working with it. Your piece turned beautiful. Can I ask you where you got your wheel casters that your piece was sitting on when you were painting. I was trying to zoom I to see the brand to no avail?

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you so much! I got them at Harbor Freight! Here's the link: www.harborfreight.com/3-wheel-wood-dolly-68902.html

[@horseandhenassortium3453]

Hi, great job 🙂 curious though.. I've never used glue syringes. Are they one use and toss or can they be cleaned up and re-used?

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thank you! I've never tried to clean them, actually. I would imagine it would be pretty difficult, but I'm sure you could try. You would just need to do it right after using them so the glue it still wet.

[@kayeyeager8006]

I found these mini squeeze bottles with needles on Amazon and I pass a piece of fishing line through the needle to clean up after I use them. Thought I would share.

[@nikkibadzik3948]

I've used them, and they are cleanable. Hot soapy water pushed through the syringe soon after use.

[@lallalucas4145]

Not bad, you resisted the temptation to go over the top

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

not sure what you mean - i did paint the top.

[@patriciarobinson5909]

Pretty nice!

[@ChicAntiquebyHolly]

Thanks!