The Best Paint For Furniture Flipping! No Primer or Top Coat Needed

[@jeanlanz2344]

The dresser looks very beautiful. It means a lot that your 9-10 years experience recommends this brand of paint... no primer or top coat.Your harsh durability tests were convincing. God bless you, brother.

[@kristingehrke5032]

Thank you for showing what you DID. The video was not created to analyze a company’s business practices or whether a different viewer believed the piece was sold for an appropriate price. I watched the video to see the process used. I believe that is why it was created.

[@sasserhouse]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@mandysworkshop]

I’m a Dixie Belle retailer. I’ve been treated with nothing but respect and great support. I love the DB team and leaders! The paint is amazing too! 😀

[@sasserhouse]

That’s great to here

[@monk6546]

Cool, ask Brushed By Brandy and Kacha how Dixie Belle ripped them off. The company is 🗑

[@dianezybrands8250]

@@monk6546yep you’re spot on. Shameful. I had forgotten about Katcha.

[@dianezybrands8250]

Well then you’re more lucky than the people they screwed over. Google it.

[@sandrastaton19]

WOW! You did a fantastic job on that beat-up dresser. It looks so elegant and expensive, now! Awesome!!

[@sasserhouse]

Yay! Thank you so much

[@valerieneal2747]

A stunningly beautiful transformation...in one day !

[@Hutchbullterrier1]

I bought a 3 drawer cabinet that was missing the bottom drawer. So I just bought 3 decorative baskets to incert in that place. And it looked awesome!!

[@sasserhouse]

That is an awesome idea!

[@JAJJABLOG]

I’ve done that too! 💯

[@kathygreer2097]

Love gel stain. I’ve used it on several items. Just a very light sanding, put on gel stain and it’s beautiful. Looks like new.

[@sasserhouse]

I have loved it too! Thanks for the comment.

[@Mlmv266]

I’m loving dark colors on wood cabinets!

[@sasserhouse]

Good!! I love it too

[@janebadon3988]

Turned out so elegant! It’s hard to imagine in only one day!

[@FixItFurniture]

I’ve been treated with nothing but respect and great support. I love the DB team and leaders! The paint is amazing too!

[@sasserhouse]

@@FixItFurniture that has been my experience as well

[@tamicondo]

This is the first time I’ve watched your channel and I watched it start to finish. It was fantastic. You have a great eye. Thank you for the recommendation on the paint . It really inspires me to see the possibilities. Keep up the great work

[@sasserhouse]

Wow!! Thank you so much! I appreciate the comment

[@thecourtlyalchemist]

I've used Dixie Belle and it's fantastic paint but I still always prime first and here is why. My eyes aren't as sharp as they used to be, so I miss little dents and cracks what have you that I would have otherwise filled and sanded smooth before I paint. A coat of primer and suddenly I can see all those imperfections that I missed. Once I'm sure everything is prepared up to my standard, I'll put down two coats of the good stuff. For me at least, the better result is worth that extra step. All their products I've tried have impressed me. I love the orange scented Big Momma's. Haven't tried the rest. The gilding wax is really nice too, as are their top coats.

[@sasserhouse]

You are right! That is still probably the best way to do it!

[@markzickrick2847]

Nice job on this restoration.

[@sasserhouse]

Thank you!!

[@SD-nh5yr]

Yes, it's beautiful...I'd be proud to have this piece in my home!

[@TaylorAnnYager]

I love the look of painted bottom paired with a stained top! Looks so nice! Want to try out the gel stain now too

[@sasserhouse]

Thank you. You should!

[@markzickrick2847]

I am a big fan of that look, too.

[@frelnc]

Love it. Frankly, I didn't think I would. I learned a LOT about that Dixie Belle Silk Paint. Gotta try it.

[@sasserhouse]

Same for me!

[@rachaelbruesch6306]

Hi, that American Honey color is stunning & changing the color of the pulls are spot on ❣️

[@sasserhouse]

Thank you so much! I love that color too.

[@robindavis2403]

Beautiful. I wish you would have showed repair to bottom drawer guides. Luv it.

[@sasserhouse]

I am about to post a video this week of a new dresser flip where I repair a slide! Make sure to subscribe so you see that one!

[@mrsmerriér]

Bro! So appreciate your process and explanation. Great results!

[@sasserhouse]

Yay!! Thanks for watching and the comment

[@bonneymac38]

Gorgeous! This was a very helpful video. I purchased DB Silk and used it but the rep told me I needed to have a top coat which looked awful - it has a white tinge to it. Now I know I dont need a too coat!

[@learnintoflip]

I just used Dixie Belle Silk for the first time too. It was for a quick flip and I really liked it too. The color I chose was a little more purple than I expected, but it was nice and quick and seems durable. Your black looks great!

[@sasserhouse]

I have loved their products so far! Going to keep testing it out. But so far I am a fan

[@beebop4333]

OBSERVATION..dix ie bell has been horrible to makers. The makers and the makers advertising made dixie bell succesful and helped grow them substantially, but they basically treated them wrong. I dont use them anymore.

[@useurheadsformorethanahatrack]

One of my two favorite paints of all time! Dixie Belle and Debi's Design Diary DIY Paint I use them together too

[@sasserhouse]

@@useurheadsformorethanahatrack I’ll have to try that one!!

[@sashasanchez2583]

I love love Debbi and also HTP paint…

[@lydiakinnaman3679]

Beautiful color combo is very nice. And the hardware looks good. Very nice staging, very important.

[@sasserhouse]

Thank you!! And yes it is important

[@jennifer0502]

Wow...what a transformation. Thanks for all the tips.

[@sasserhouse]

Thanks for watching!

[@tradergirl7067]

I am so broke but can't wait to try this paint soon. your project was done in lighting speed and turned out really nice.. I went to HD yesterday in the oops paint section. oh my.. they had every popular color you can imagine. sage green, navy blue, peach, moss green, magenta, butter, ivory, beige, browns, etc I got 5 gallons of cabinet and trim paint all in a satin finish for $40 🎉. I left a few colors for someone else.. 😂 after I try like heck to sell a few pieces from this purchase, I will be trying Dixie Bell and also Milk Paints next..

[@sasserhouse]

Hey! The Dixie belle paint is great and you can skip that priming step, but you can’t beat an oops paint 9$ gallon when it’s a good color!

[@Blessedgirl1955]

That turned out gorgeous! I use Dixie Bell Chalk paint on projects so I will have to try this for furniture. Thanks!

[@sasserhouse]

Thanks! You should try it

[@wendy833]

That looks great! And I like your hardware matching. I purchased an old sideboard and used Dixie Bells BOSS for odor elimination. I've had it 7 years and repainted it 4x. No smells ever.

[@sasserhouse]

That’s awesome! I’ll have to try that stuff

[@JustLikeDadbydesign_kc]

This video sold me to try the DB paint!!! Just found your videos today. Im a subscriber now!! Cant wait for more!!

[@sasserhouse]

Yay!! Good luck. Thanks for subscribing

[@SD-nh5yr]

Me too...just subscribed, I like learning new ways to redo furniture!

[@soniaspicer2050]

I have been inspired to do my furniture.

[@sasserhouse]

Yay!! Good luck

[@SweetSassyBull]

That looks FANTASTIC 😊

[@sasserhouse]

Thank you 😋

[@rachelparker8623]

i LOVE the way this turned out !

[@sasserhouse]

Thank you!! It was a fun flip!!

[@nuthinbutlove]

Wow! Dixie Bell. I'm sold on the silk!

[@sasserhouse]

I don’t think it will disappoint!

[@heatherscott2792]

Just came across your channel today and love how you do your videos. Not a lot of extra unrelated chit chat ;-) Thanks for doing the durability test also - that is really nice to know. I have some Dixie Belle paint but haven't used it yet, and now I know I won't have to put quite as much work into it as I thought. Off to watch more of your videos!

[@sasserhouse]

Well thank you did the comment! I hope you enjoy our content

[@sclose3418]

Just found your channel. Great video and awesome information! I haven’t tried Dixie Belle Silk but it’s in my list. Definitely will buy some! Thank you and God bless.

[@sasserhouse]

Welcome!! Thanks for the comment. God bless!

[@mandysworkshop]

Love Dixie Belle products. Their silk paint is my favorite.

[@1912craftsmancottage]

So pretty!! ❤

[@sasserhouse]

Thank you so much!

[@shelleycoleman1760]

Did you apply a top coat or protection to the top where the gel stain was applied? It looks great and the paint is protecting the body but the top needs protection as buffets have a lot of ‘traffic’ on the top.

[@sasserhouse]

I did end up using a water based polyurethane to seal the top!

[@natalieelisabeth5767]

Wow, this piece turned out beautifully! Nice work!

[@sasserhouse]

Thank you very much!

[@kyrareneeLOA]

Nice., turned out so good. .. yes I like the Silk paint better. Have you tried Melange one paint, a2 reviewers did scratch , sanding ,water stain test and melange one paint beat every test. It , along with Silk is my go too.

[@sasserhouse]

I haven’t! I need to try that out!

[@kyrareneeLOA]

@@sasserhouse Yes just painted a hutch... today. I have 7 different chalk and mineral paints then... Melange is the smoothest and easiest to use. I am flooded. Other are good, but do not have half the coverage and easy of use as this One paint. I will keep an eye out. It is worth it.

[@ladieozier2390]

It would have been nice to replace the back cover with the large hole and the dovetails and bottoms of the drawers sanded to remove excess paint.

[@sasserhouse]

I ended up sanding the excess paint before selling and painting the inside of cabinets as well!! Good catch

[@pattym4543]

@@sasserhouseThanks for sharing that you painted the inside of the cabinets. The end result turned out great! 👏 Plus good to know about the gel stain and the honest opinion of the durability of the ‘all in one’ paint. The piece really came out very nice. 👍

[@SandySidedoor721]

Oooh!!! L❤ve this. I would love to do this to my old bedroom dresser. Pointers?

[@sasserhouse]

I’ve got a few other videos here on my page! I would recommend taking it slow, and I would do a fine coat with a sealer even if you use this paint. I use “polycrylic”. good luck!

[@DeAnneSmith-q4c]

Thanks for the information. It looks great!

[@mattypants]

Id like to see this stuff used on kitchen cabinets. Weve been debating a gut or painting

[@sasserhouse]

I think this paint would work great on kitchen cabinets! I would still seal it with a top coat.

[@sylviajones4907]

Wow! 3/4ths left!? Awesome. Looks great.

[@sasserhouse]

Thanks! And yes this paint is going much further than I thought for that size container

[@SheenaRea]

Did the piece sell right away? I'm sure it did. Loved this how-to, thank you so much!

[@sasserhouse]

@@SheenaRea it did sell fairly quick! Thank you!

[@SheenaRea]

@@sasserhouse 🙂cool!!

[@mandysworkshop]

Beautiful! Anchor is a best seller. Good choice!

[@sasserhouse]

That’s good to know! It’s a good color

[@djlehn1967]

love your video and anxious to try the Dixie Belle paint.! thanks!!!

[@sasserhouse]

You are so welcome! Thanks for the watch!

[@jwest649]

Would like to have seen you tape off the drawers when you painted the fronts so the sides looked clean when the drawer is opened. Just a nice touch that looks a little more professional. I do love the combination of the stain on the top with the black paint. 😊

[@lisahayden5008]

Hi. First a question - what did you use to paint the hardware and how well does the paint stand up to regular use on a handle? Second, very helpful video - thank you - and you inspired me to get some of that paint for two hexagonal vintage side cabinet things we have and use for bedside tables. They don't match exactly but are very similar and, I think in the same color paint, they will look great together. I ordered Acadia (a very dark green) and Oasis (a teal). I will probably use the Acadia on these first items, though I am not sure. Thank you.

[@sasserhouse]

I typically just use a spray paint, and with several coats they typically hold up great

[@claudiasalgado9225]

Very nice. Thank you for showing So we can buy this product.

[@sasserhouse]

Of course!! Thanks for watching

[@MadDog_Rules]

Dixiebelle paint to fully cure is 21-30 days. So the paint would be far more durable once fully cured, would be interesting to see the scrape test if you still have that piece of testing wood that you painted.

[@sasserhouse]

Wow I didn’t see that part on the container! That would be very interesting to redo this test

[@wealthyvegan]

​@sasserhouse it's been about a month... retest?😅

[@mariaphilomena1422]

Really good to see you wearing that respirator mask while you’re sanding. Even though you’re outdoors people assume you don’t need to wear a mask. But you can see the dust is flying everywhere. What brand of mask do you have and is it comfortable?

[@sasserhouse]

I believe the brand is 3m. I know I got it in the paint section at Home Depot. It is pretty comfortable and you can breathe well with it on still. It is very important to wear especially when sanding old stains and paints

[@mariaphilomena1422]

@@sasserhouse ok I’ll check it out. Totally agree! 👍

[@michelemcafee7906]

Turned out stunning from where it started! Is that Dixie Bell paint like the Beyond Paint? Do you still have to sand with the Dixie Bell?

[@sasserhouse]

I’ve never heard of/tried beyond paint! But yes supposed to scuff sand first but you don’t have to sand down to bare wood.

[@estelsaradop492]

THE END RESULT IS TRULY A SELLER ❤🎉 BRAVO!!

[@sasserhouse]

Thank you!!!😊

[@user-de6em7rg5f]

very pretty you did such a nice job

[@sasserhouse]

Thank you! 😊

[@marilynweist2645]

Great job’ 🎉

[@RMMomma4Eva]

This is extremely helpful, thank you! Would you try Beyond Paint all in one also and let us know which one is better? Also which brushes and rollers and poly do you recommend?

[@sasserhouse]

I’ve never used beyond paint! I will have to give it a try. I am working on a video to discuss brushes and rollers as well!

[@karenh1571]

Chris, that piece is beautiful now!! Do you think this product is suitable for kitchen cupboards that are stained wood??

[@sasserhouse]

I am still new to the product, but I think so!!

[@karenh1571]

@@sasserhouse thanks for the quick response! BTW - my brother, Alex Cain, is visiting me in Michigan. He says "Hi" to both of you 🥰 ((hugs))

[@karenladyko6004]

It's lovely 😊🇬🇧

[@sasserhouse]

Thank you!!

[@karenpennington5073]

Wow,beautiful.

[@sasserhouse]

Thank you!!

[@conniecravens6270]

Beautiful, great job 😊

[@sasserhouse]

Thank you! 😊

[@rubyruby6358]

I have used Dixie belle silk (black) and it def needs a top coat. If anything brushes by the dresser it gets a mark. I will have to use a top coat of some sort

[@sasserhouse]

@@rubyruby6358 I did end up using a top coat as well. Durability wise it is fine without it, but it seems to be too chalky to leave unfinished

[@rubyruby6358]

@@sasserhouse I had the same issue. Paint went on smoothly and looks great but even after curing it would chalk up if something brushed by it. You piece looks gorgeous BTW

[@nccrchurchunusual]

Thank you, I have been looking for a product like this. I have seen these tiny cans and thot I'd need alot of cans.

[@sasserhouse]

It goes much further than you think! I would start with just one. You could always go back and get more

[@wendydrake5328]

Job well done!! This is beautiful!!

[@sasserhouse]

Thank you so much!!

[@vedaduckworth6219]

Love the color

[@sasserhouse]

Thank you!

[@MrsKimberly248]

❤LOVE IT❤

[@estherheming8836]

Beautiful job. I must try this paint.

[@sasserhouse]

You should! Thanks for the comment

[@gailbancer1571]

Did you do 2 coats of the black? Wonder if it covers orange hue in finishes. Would like a white wash on Pine…..

[@sasserhouse]

I did 2 coats!

[@jeangant786]

Would you mind telling me what color of paint you used? Thanks! It looks great!

[@sasserhouse]

The color is called anchor by Dixie belle paint! Thanks!

[@jeangant786]

@@sasserhouse Thank you!

[@TexasLNC]

Could you use the paint on kitchen cabinets

[@sasserhouse]

Absolutely!

[@brendabowers2320]

Great work and explanation! New subscriber ❤ I have been a big fan of Dixie Bell for years!

[@sasserhouse]

Thanks for subbing! It was great paint. Looking forward to trying it more

[@brendabowers2320]

@@sasserhouse me too!

[@LaverneLindsay]

It’s beautiful!!

[@sasserhouse]

Thank you!!

[@Pamela-c3k2d]

What is good for the old smell you get with antiques? I bought a chest of drawers and I’m having a hard time getting rid of that smell.

[@sasserhouse]

Hey! There are a few products that you can use for this. The big mommas butta from Dixie bell is one. You also could prime the inside of the dresser with zinsers cover stain primer which will block all doors

[@shirleymartin3605]

Looks great thank you

[@sasserhouse]

Thanks for watching!

[@ClassyTransitionLady]

Beautiful

[@sasserhouse]

Thank you!

[@GenXTexMom]

What did you use to protect the handles? I’m working on a side table that has a metal base and 2 coats of rustoleum metallic gold spray paint scrapes off so easily.

[@sasserhouse]

Interesting I’ve never had much of a problem with that, but I would try to lightly scuff sand the metal before painting, and then after your two coats you can spray polyurethane over top a couple coats to protect the paint.

[@OK-Take5]

Nice job!

[@sasserhouse]

Thank you!

[@brentm7278]

Looks great. Saved this video for future reference.

[@sasserhouse]

Awesome, thank you! Glad it was helpful

[@sassysandie2865]

Looks great! How much did you actually get for it? What was your cost for the paint, sandpaper, brushes, etc.?

[@sasserhouse]

I ended up getting $400. My $450 price was including delivery but the buyer picked up. My actual costs were $30 for the dresser, probably less that 3-5$ in misc. product like sandpaper, cleaner etc. , and then fortunately the Dixie belle brand sent me free paint and stain to test out for the video. So my overall cost was still under $40. Typically I would use about $20-$30 worth of Product though.

[@sassysandie2865]

@@sasserhouse good deal!

[@elizabethbooth8794]

Great tutorial- beautiful finish. Elizabeth

[@sasserhouse]

Thank you so much!

[@TheJennt426]

Can you tell me if the paint is self leveling and what the sheen is when it’s dry . Thank you

[@sasserhouse]

It seems it was pretty self leveling but I don’t know that for sure. It was a matte finish but I’m sure Dixie belle offers others.

[@TheJennt426]

Thank you . I’m looking forward to trying this paint . You did a great job painting and with the video tutorial.

[@nataliemarshall7158]

Have you ever tried Fusion mineral paint? I’m from Australia and Dixie Belle paint is rare to find down here. At least where I live and I don’t like to buy on line aka site unseen. I have tried that twice before and what I saw on screen is not what I got. I have tried Fusion and loved it for all of the reasons you loved the Dixie Belle. But Thanks to the Pandemic the local store had to close down so now the nearest store is over an hour’s drive away. The reason I ask if you have tried Fusion is because if you think Dixie Belle is better I may be enticed to try buying on line again. When it comes to furniture artisans/flippers Australia (outside of metropolitan areas) is way behind and therefore stockists are still quite rare. I actually don’t want to flip furniture I just have some projects for my own home but I can’t afford to make mistakes with my paint choices. I’d appreciate your input and any input from your viewers if they have any suggestions. ❤f🇦🇺

[@sasserhouse]

I’ve never tried fusion!

[@nataliemarshall7158]

@@sasserhouse thanks for your reply. I really appreciate it. I’ll have to do some more research into which brand of the two is more accessible for me and go from there. But if I go with Dixie Belle I might comment again and let you know how it went?

[@plantcitychuck2551]

Could u use that on those cheap paper covered cabinets?

[@rodgerrabbit2955]

The top edge needs a second light coat of whatever you rubbed on top. It's too light and stands out like a sore thumb. The rest of it looks amazing. Great job....

[@TammyDeLaRosaUtube]

$30 Seems like too much for that Dresser. Looked like something that you would pick up on the curb with the trash pick up. But you totally transformed it to look like a million bucks...Dresser turned out gorgeous! 🥰 Can you tell me how many coats you used on your test board?

[@sasserhouse]

I did 2 coats on the test board as well!

[@ALMad04]

That paint is 👍🏾 nice.

[@sasserhouse]

I love it too!

[@gazog1]

I’ve just painted a cabinet and didn’t sand it ,(it was varnished) Is this why the paint scratches of easy?

[@sasserhouse]

Yes if there is a heavy slick varnish on a piece it needs to be scuff sanded and or primed first for the paint to stick well

[@WES_5150]

You didnt clean it or sand it at all? What if I have a pretty much freshly painted cabinet - Do nothing, just paint over it with that Dixie Belle paint?

[@sasserhouse]

I still recommend scuff sanding and then cleaning

[@emilypandolfo7702]

Lovely ❤

[@sasserhouse]

Thank you!!

[@louise7429]

Did any of the brush marks show, or did the paint level out?

[@sasserhouse]

The paint did a great job at self leveling! I do use a high quality brush though

[@Mimi6-Gram]

Did you sand before applying the second coat?

[@sasserhouse]

I did not. Only scuff sanded at the beginning. I did end up doing a clear coat on the top and lightly sanded between coats on that

[@qjsmith7]

Wow beautiful

[@sasserhouse]

Thank you so much

[@cathya9986]

Do you need to put any kind of top coat over the gel stain?

[@sasserhouse]

Yes, I ended up doing 2 coats of water based poly after the fact. I think it needed it.

[@magpiesmith971]

Beautiful ❤

[@sasserhouse]

Thank you! 😊

[@djmaloney9627]

Can this paint be used for kitchen cabinets?

[@sasserhouse]

Yes I haven’t personally used it for kitchens but I’ve seen videos of it! And it should be the same process as the furniture

[@ShettikkaWoods-jl8iq]

Awesome 👍🏾

[@sasserhouse]

Thanks 👍

[@wandanowlin8442]

Very nice job

[@sasserhouse]

Thank you

[@vilod]

You missed a spot between the 2 drawers. It really stands out.

[@sasserhouse]

I ended up seeing that after doing the videos and touching that spot up! Good catch

[@lauratuberosa2674]

Is there any other brand you find similar to this, bc that paint doesn´t exist where I live, and no, I don´t live in the jungle.... just Uruguay, South America

[@againsteveryoneswill1923]

Doesn't using water on unfinished wood raise it's grain...

[@sasserhouse]

Yes it can

[@carol0333]

Why aren’t you painting the sides of the drawers?

[@kimadams446]

do you think the paint would work on kitchen cabinets.

[@sasserhouse]

I think so!