Trash To Treasure | Desk Makeover

[@loiswood3363]

If that desk could talk it would say 'Thank you"! Wonderful work

[@jeffbouchez5134]

I am amazed how it turned out its absolutely beautiful I have never heard of that wood either

[@leticiaortiz1826]

You are amazing young lady! God continue to bless you!

[@elaineburch5397]

Wonderful job you did on the desk. Your very lucky to have so many people give you things for free.

[@DesertDIY]

Yes, thank you Elaine!

[@alisavogt2892]

Wow, so wonderful. And the cleaned and polished hardware looks so awesome with the top!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you

[@cathyknapp9360]

What a Beautiful Surprise to find that pop Redwood how anybody could cover that up is beyond me you did a great job this is absolutely stunning thank you so much for sharing have a great weekend God bless

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Cathy

[@kristiw4986]

Girl- you did a great job, good choice in black body & staining the top! VERY talented

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you!

[@vickymiller9071]

What an exciting find. You did her proud.

[@marypeterson1053]

Your desk is so beautiful. GREAT JOB.

[@Finneus-bh6sd]

Very cool! To much waste in the world already. It's great to see restoration projects.

[@DesertDIY]

So true. So, so true

[@josephhans2609]

Pretty good at painting those drawers while sitting on the floor and not spilling a single drop anywhere ! id be covered in black paint ..

[@Janda614]

Absolutely gorgeous!!! And what a transformation!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Angela

[@MerlyCosta]

Amazing job and results. You are a great artist. Congrats!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank yiu so much

[@rjaybruhh]

*_I actually picked up a similar desk from my my college that my automotive professor was going to throw out! I do want to restore it and put it into my room as well._*

[@derekcurtis818]

So glad I found this! I have almost an identical desk that was my great grandmothers who lived to be 110. She’s been passed for about 15 to 20 years now. I’ve been wanting to redo it for years but have never done one. I may have to do some wood filler too. I can’t wait to finish watching this

[@DesertDIY]

Wonderful! I love that you're going to give it the TLC it deserves and treasure it for many more years to come

[@jaytee2642]

Oh.My.Goodness!😯 So much work went into making that desk top. You breathed life back into it.❤

[@melaniebelter1541]

Wow, incredible beauty under all that dirt! You did a beautiful job with it. I love the care you put in to these beautiful old pieces to make them useful and beautiful again. Thank you!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you

[@lynnwittet1301]

Amazing to find such a secret beneath the grime. I would never have dared use black but it’s really nice, it makes the top really shine. Thank you for the inspiration and great information.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you! There is a time and place for black paint, and this was one of those times and places :) black works well to hide imperfections. In the art world black makes things disappear into the background. That is why i chose black for this project. The drawers were in rough shape and black helps camouflage their imperfections

[@lynnwittet1301]

Very good point about the black hiding defects, thank you for explaining this. We are moving across the country so selling most of our stuff- I will have to start over again with the thrifted treasures, KZbin suggested your video and it was perfect timing..also, nice job hinting at the surprise great ending without showing it until the end, you mad me very curious :-)

[@DesertDIY]

Oh good thank you. And how exciting!!!! I love the idea of a big move and then thrifting for your new place

[@wickens9221]

Wow! That top of the desk is so beautiful. You did a Marvelous job. I don't know how anyone could not like that transformation.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Sue. There are always going to be people who don't like things. I don't pay them any mind ;)

[@VirtualkitchenwithLaura]

Came out absolutely stunning, great job.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Laura

[@tracykehoe8292]

Wow! Stunning is right. Love how it turned out.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Tracy

[@wwz1011]

Beautiful job! So glad you preserved that top!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Bill

[@velmacoffey3763]

Stunning craftsmanship !!!

[@michellepeters6532]

Black was the perfect color to go with. What an absolutely beautiful piece!!♥️♥️♥️ you did GREAT!

[@DesertDIY]

Thanks so much!

[@VioletJoy]

This is one of those pieces that cause those of us restoration enthusiasts to ooooooohh and aaahhhhh. I love it. It's almost like treating history with respect. It's beautiful and will be treasured for years to come.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Violet!

[@sandrapetrini2531]

Good job Corey! I usually keep pieces that give me that shock feeling when it turns out so good. The drawers were so clean in the inside,, what a plus!

[@jennylynn1947]

So beautiful! Great job, I hate for things like that to be thrown out. I love refinishing old pieces like that.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank so you much Jenny. Me too

[@bigwu100]

You really unlocked the beauty of that old desk. The mahogany top with inlay is a very nice touch.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you

[@silvertwinz]

I am a new subscriber after seeing your work. Thank you for doing this faded desk justice! I will be happy to watch more of your work.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you! You will enjoy my future projects :)

[@margedummitt6785]

Perfect, it came out gorgeous, wasn't to sure about the black, WOW, Two thumbs up.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you so much

[@ginger1549]

I'm not usually one for painting but it was definately the right choicehere, so was the black you chose. Beautiful job.

[@kimjensen9967]

Wow! As you said, a true trash to treasure project. So glad that you rescued that desk. It was definitely worth saving :)

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Kim! Sometimes something can look too far gone when in reality it still has some life left. You just have to look for it :)

[@lindaw8988]

I love the desk top. So beautiful. The black does make that desk top stand out. Great job.!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Linda!

[@polarxena]

So interesting, finding a hidden inlay like that under the old finish. Personally, sanding is the first thing I do when I bring a piece home. I say its because I want to ‘see what I got.’

[@DesertDIY]

Exactly!

[@sandrajones1991]

Stunning. I love refinishing and finding beautiful wood underneath

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Sandra. Thats my fav is finding beautiful wood

[@jaznz53]

Gorgeous restoration. The top is beautiful.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you

[@lauradyer8532]

Simply gorgeous! Glad you waxed the black. Hardwear wow.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Laura

[@donnabentley9723]

Wow so beautiful. You did a great job. That top. Omg

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Donna

[@sherylosullivan9619]

Wonderful rescue. Thank you for saving another piece of history.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Sheryl

[@tracyg5993]

Simple yet gorgeous

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Tracy. Less is more as they say

[@tmontero8492]

I watch a lot of re finishers, but you are my favorite.

[@roxannhanrahan7639]

Wow Corey, this IS gorgeous!

[@jillehlers24]

Amazing transformation.

[@TheBunkerbunny5]

I got an old coffee table that was painted black. So one day I sanded it off and underneath was a beautiful inlay and the grain was laid out in a really cool pattern. I couldn’t believe it. ♥️👍 That inlay on that desk is something to be appreciated for sure.

[@DesertDIY]

Yay isn't that the best???

[@carolkerylow3966]

Stunning it surely is .that desk top is something you don't see every day. Beautiful work.i love watching your videos.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Carol!

[@scarlettehaynes4819]

Such gorgeous inlay! Great job!

[@DesertDIY]

I still can't believe the color of that redheart wood!

[@marystevick8947]

Just gorgeous. You did such a great job. You made it look so easy. TFS

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Mary!!!!

[@karenhirschkorn2360]

WOW! That’s absolutely beautiful!! Good job Cory!! 👍🏼

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Karen

[@peggiescraftcafe7117]

Turned out beautiful! I would have painted the bottom red because of the red inlay. But then red is one of my favorite colors. tfs

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Peggy. That wouldve been beautiful also

[@joanne4120]

Wow!!! That is BEAUTIFUL!!! ESP. finding thar inlay on top!! What a gift!! Great Job!!!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you

[@loriarnold1478]

OMGOSH I bet she was so surprised! that was really nice of you

[@DesertDIY]

She sure was

[@nica.rivera]

Two tones...oh wow love how it turned out!!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Nica

[@kathimanceri8434]

That piece came out beautiful. Wow

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Kathi

[@martinedehoef8594]

This desk is incredible. I love it

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Martine

[@merrilymreid]

I have a piano secretary desk that is from the late 1890's to the early 1900's. Owners were my great aunt, my grandmother, and then my mothers. I've had it since 1973 and I'm 71 at this time. It is black and gorgeous! But has a huge water stain on the pullout part inside the desk. I haven't attempted anything on it, am rather afraid to. So many beautiful scrolls and intricate details on the desk! But I've been trying chalk paint and such for the past couple of years and now am thinking it's time to attempt this. I believe it is mahogany. Oh boy! Thanks for sharing your video.

[@DesertDIY]

I think you'll do something great for your piece 😀

[@HollyMarieF69]

What a treasure you found for sure!!!! Wow

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you!

[@redetermine]

I searched for paint a desk. Then clicked on your video. I was worried for a second you painted over those beautiful table top features. Good job!

[@tonihasson9418]

So pretty, you give me hope that i too can tackle a trash to treasure item!!! Thank you for sharing!

[@DesertDIY]

Yay! I believe in you Toni

[@davidpollard3522]

Beutiful job, that Inlay on the desktop made this piece worth saving and keeping it out of the landfill.🤗🤗🤗 thank you for seeing its beauty and bringing it back to life. Outstanding job

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you David!

[@TheSweetsherrypie]

It looks beautiful!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Sherry!

[@lelanidixon7941]

So glad you took the time to save this hidden treasure. Amazing!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you. Imagine if I hadn't, this poor desk wouldn't have found its beauty again!

[@misterhot9163]

That is a gorgeous piece, you really resurrected this desk from the junk pile for sure. One tip I’ve seen used and I’ve found effective, is to put the hardware into a crockpot filled with water for a couple of hours. The finish will simply fall off making it a labor saving device 👍

[@DesertDIY]

Yes that is very effective for removing paint off of hardware! Unfortunately I don't keep extra crock pots lying around. Maybe I can score one from a yard sale for cheap.

[@misterhot9163]

Desert DIY you can always find one at Goodwill wicked cheap.... not to mention half off Saturdays!!

[@karenhelm3978]

Wow that wood detail is beautiful

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you, it truly was awesome to find that detail

[@suelessig7040]

That piece turned out gorgeous.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Sue!

[@mary78880]

WOW!!! What an amazing surprise on the inlay!!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Mary! Those are the best kind of surprises

[@thomasodonnell9221]

Your work is really something to behold.

[@DesertDIY]

Wow what a big compliment!!!

[@thomasodonnell9221]

You deserve to be complimented. You do a great service by showing people that, with imagination and hard work, a piece that looks like it has seen it's usefulness expire, csn be restored. Our lanfills are filling up with stuff worth saving. Thank you for your service. I am now a subscriber.

[@DesertDIY]

@@thomasodonnell9221 thank you so much. That really means a lot

[@debbiecooper1677]

that turned at awesome lookinh. that red on top is just to die for.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Debbie

[@donnabelitz3105]

Gorgeous I have a desk just like that I need to work on, mine has beautiful braid trim on it, but it needs a lot of work.

[@juliacockroft8745]

Very beautiful! Thanks for saving this gem.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Julia

[@jaden9037]

That really turned out Beautiful!!! So glad you found the great surprise under all that.

[@adriantoye]

Looks amazing, what a great finish!!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Adrian

[@terrytt2932]

What fabulous results. That inset braid is amazing! It is a beautiful desk and you did a wonderful job!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Terry!

[@coastchickheatherjordan4891]

I flip furniture also. Desk are really a great find due to the kids learning from home. Love this project.

[@DesertDIY]

So true

[@kristinaginorio1344]

You chose the perfect color for the base, and the finishes are warm and lovely.

[@cherylathas4161]

Wow, don't you love those good surprises! The detail on the top of the desk is gorgeous! Great job!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Cheryl. These surprises are the best kind of surprises

[@karenokeane6461]

What a dramatic transformation, Gorgeous.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you! I still can't believe it myself!

[@arlenegeorge2379]

I have that exact desk!!

[@DesertDIY]

You are rhe 4th person to have this exact desk! So cool! Any idea when yours was built?

[@arlenegeorge2379]

No is their a date stamp?

[@DesertDIY]

@@arlenegeorge2379 not that I could find

[@pattil7947]

Beautiful! What a treat to find that top so beautiful, what a treasure! I’m so glad u left it! Great job! 👋😁👍❤️🙏

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Patti

[@elisevautour6292]

Hello sunshine. I own a similar piece and have wanted to paint my black. So I smiled when you mentioned this. 😊 It gave me an idea of how it will look. You lucked out however with the gorgeous red inlay. WOW! Stunning is right. Thanks so much. 😊🙏🇨🇦

[@DesertDIY]

Perfect! What a coincidence. Thank you so much for watching

[@melodydorman733]

This piece is beautiful, you are truly talented!!!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank yiu Melody

[@Migbie]

LOL IM LOOKIBG FOR SOMETHING TO DO WITH MY DESK AND IT LOOKS THE SAME!

[@tudywittlake1072]

Yes I think you have the right time line. My Grsndma got a new sewing desk in the early 60s. It looks just the same as hers.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Tudy! Without a maker's mark or date stamp its hard to accurately date these type of desks because they were made for such a long span of time and in so many different styles.

[@imsogodsgurl]

Beautiful! Very nicely done too!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you!

[@thediystruggle]

Absolutely, Beautiful! I was shocked to see the top came out so perfectly after the sanding!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you! And so was I!!! Usually it won't be THAT perfect.

[@thediystruggle]

@@DesertDIY it really was perfect..lol.. That is also the beauty of watching some of these videos. You just never know what gems can turn up

[@DesertDIY]

So true. Gotta love a good ending!

[@ljones98391]

Good choices, your project looks great!!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Linda

[@MM-yl3eb]

Wow absolutely gorgeous

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you!

[@bonzibonnie]

OMG....The top is amazing. The whole desk is amazing. Love it. Congratzzzzzz you did a fab. Job.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you very much Bonnie

[@ashleyosborne6239]

W O W!! She is GORGEOUS!! The surprise inlay is just stunning and you are correct re red heart wood, it is a rare breed found in mostly South America (it can be found in some parts of Central America too, but mostly SA). My husband buys exotic woods (from a place that sells bundles on sale) and has bought some before. Anyway, amazing transformation, Cory!💜

[@foodandthesingleguy]

Yes, the red wood is innate to my native country, the Republic of Suriname (South America). In my country it is called "purperhart", because of its reddish/purple color ;) Great job!

[@OldestLady]

Beautiful job Corey!!!! That top!!!!! That is craftsmanship at it's finest!! You definitely made the right choices on the finish!! Amazing!!! ♥️

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Paula!

[@MrAlexander336]

Nice job! It turned out great!!

[@livingcreatively1]

Wow , amazingly beautiful.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you

[@goprettymama]

What a great job. It's beautiful

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Maria

[@loraineleuschke4186]

What beautiful inlay work.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you. It was such a wonderful surprise

[@heatherburrill]

So beautiful- you saved it❤

[@debbiestewart8721]

Absolutely gorgeous!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Debbie

[@grayking781]

Awesome! Night and day!

[@patriciapartch5617]

Oh wow. This is beyond words. Just beautiful, I have not seen anything like this. I bet your friend is sorry she did not restore this piece. Great job. 👍😊

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Patricia. Its funny you say that because I actually surprised her and gave it to her finished. She has given me a lot of free project furniture over the years and I thought this would be a nice way to repay her. She LOVED it.

[@patriciapartch5617]

Desert DIY Have great weekend. 😊

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you, you too!

[@calicokat4172]

You did an awesome job. Love it.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Betty

[@mswierdo97]

I have one similar to this but I did chalk white and gold handles! I’ve been wanting to sand the top to reveal the natural wood, and go over the body with a white gloss but I love this with the black. ❤️