Back to Basics: Furniture Flipping for BEGINNERS | How to Make Money Flipping Furniture

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  • čas přidán 7. 08. 2024
  • Asking yourself... How do I get started furniture flipping? In this video, I take it back to basics and show you each step when it comes to furniture flipping. I have coined it the 4 P’s of Furniture Flipping. Watch to see what the 4 P’s are and how useful they can be when you are trying to make a profit! Stay tuned for a BONUS P as well!
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  • @dyanewilsonnanacupcake8504
    @dyanewilsonnanacupcake8504 Před 3 lety +731

    Oh my gosh, you have no idea what you started...you inspired me to pick up 2 peices of furniture a few weeks ago and started cleaning and sanding today after work. While I was in my garage my neighbor came over and said he had some furniture in his garage and asked if I wanted it. I mow have 7 peices of nice furniture that I am going to try to meet the 4 Ps on.

    • @FurnitureFlippingTeacher
      @FurnitureFlippingTeacher  Před 3 lety +44

      That is awesome! Free is best! (: get started and make that profit!(: Be sure to download the pdf (: Thanks for watching!

    • @kayeyeager8006
      @kayeyeager8006 Před 3 lety +39

      That happens to me so many times. The Mister says: quit bringing home truck loads of stuff home!🤣😂😜🤪😅 long story short, we moved to the country with land and a huge shop. The shop is all mine Lol

    • @jenniferbassett3001
      @jenniferbassett3001 Před 3 lety +3

      I'm excited for you Dyane Wilson 💪👍💕

    • @dyanewilsonnanacupcake8504
      @dyanewilsonnanacupcake8504 Před 3 lety +20

      @@jenniferbassett3001 thank you. I just ordered a easy furniture lifter and slides to make it easier on me and to avoid frustration. I really want to do this and going to take it slow to not get frustrated. My goal is to enjoy the process but not break this 59 year old body...lol

    • @kayeyeager8006
      @kayeyeager8006 Před 3 lety +3

      @@dyanewilsonnanacupcake8504 where did you get your equipment?

  • @Alexandra.Timon1127
    @Alexandra.Timon1127 Před 2 lety +214

    Couple points.
    1. The cabinet and furniture paint is latex based. As are most of their paints at Lowes, except Rustoleum.
    2. Most of the primers are also latex as well.
    3. You can use latex paint on furniture. Just make sure you add a topcoat. The spray one made by Krylon is quite excellent.
    4. Most people are not going to want to clean their brushes with chemicals because they use oil based. Use latex and wash with soap and water. Side note: most people aren't going to dispose of the paint properly so probably only buy what you need.
    5. Buy the mistint samples and use those for small pieces of furniture. Also pick up some plain white or black and you can make your own custom neutral paint for a fraction of the cost.
    6. If you prime, there's no need to sand. It's an unnecessary step if you're not refinishing actual wood.
    7. Chalk paint will stick beautifully you any piece. No sanding or priming required.
    For anyone in the comments reading this, I just to work for Lowes and am a paint expert so it's good information. Hope this helps.

    • @mihir9608
      @mihir9608 Před rokem

      Could you rephrase the 4th point. English is not my first language.

    • @antahmad
      @antahmad Před rokem +1

      I appreciate these points, as I was thinking some of the same things.

    • @Miranda3730
      @Miranda3730 Před rokem +9

      @@mihir9608 If you use oil based paint, chemicals are needed to clean the brushes, most people do not like to use chemicals. She says that if you use latex paint, you don't need chemicals to clean the brushes, just need soap and water.

    • @troyellison3178
      @troyellison3178 Před rokem +17

      I appreciate the pointers you've given. I myself am a carpenter, one thing I have learned in my many years in the trade is when painting over glossy finishes like faux wood pieces (think the old wall paneling), the newer fancy paints that don't require primer or limited surface prep are expensive. One option to lower cost is to hit the piece with a rough grit sand paper, wipe with tack cloth, coat with an OIL BASED primer using foam roller, two coats if needed (sand between coats), wipe with tack cloth again, paint with latex paint of your choice, apply several light coats of polycrilic to complete.
      Although the new chalky finish type paints are convenient they are certainly a profit eater and may be a barrier of entry to some new flippers. I have used the above process to refinish everything from kitchen and bathroom cabinets, countertops, paneling walls, furniture pieces, and more. Use the inexpensive brushes and foam rollers for the primer coats and dispose of properly after each project and get the quality brushes and rollers for the latex and polycrilic applications and wash after each use. The oil based primer forms a hard shell over the glossy finish of the faux wood which allows your latex to adhere to the piece just like it was meant to be used.

    • @Brandi_the_Baker
      @Brandi_the_Baker Před rokem +1

      @@troyellison3178 what about for some laminate type kitchen cabinets. Mine are hard and shiny type. They are this weird color that isn’t even trying to look like wood and are super smooth.

  • @giuliacroce9680
    @giuliacroce9680 Před 3 lety +170

    We turned our attic into our walk-in closet so I was left with two empty dressers. I painted them both and they looked stunning. I earned $450 total and only spent $15 in materials. I’m afraid I’m addicted to flipping now. Haha.

  • @Idc.350
    @Idc.350 Před 3 lety +154

    Please make more of these “back to basics” videos! I feel like it will really inspire more people to get into the furniture flipping hobby.

  • @jessicabuck-daniel2160
    @jessicabuck-daniel2160 Před 3 lety +321

    Can definitely tell you’re a teacher. You spend a lot of time explaining things! ❤️♥️

    • @FurnitureFlippingTeacher
      @FurnitureFlippingTeacher  Před 3 lety +27

      Wow, thank you! That is definitely in my blood (:

    • @prettybird3957
      @prettybird3957 Před 3 lety +1

      My thoughts exactly

    • @C00ki3m0nsta25
      @C00ki3m0nsta25 Před 3 lety +3

      Nd we love it these things they don't teach in school anymore

    • @vickyb9918
      @vickyb9918 Před 3 lety +7

      I love that she explains in detail.

    • @DemocracyFirst2025
      @DemocracyFirst2025 Před 6 měsíci +1

      @@FurnitureFlippingTeacherwhy are u not telling ppl they’re refurbished?
      They can see in your sale history that you’re moving a lot of pieces, it’s not a secret…
      Edit- I am asking earnestly, not meant in a snarky way. Text is hard to interpret tone. Love ur videos btw, thx for making them!

  • @marypalmer2088
    @marypalmer2088 Před 3 lety +11

    You're an Angel! I am 61and have some pieces that I bought to flip and have been nervous about it! I have watched tons of vides and after yours, I'm going to start! At 61 I need a kindergarten teacher to explain! You are a wonderful teacher, thank you. Stay healthy and happy. Mary from Maine.

    • @FurnitureFlippingTeacher
      @FurnitureFlippingTeacher  Před 3 lety +2

      Hey! We all have that one teacher that just clicks! (: Thanks for watching and good luck getting started!

  • @KLuna-lp8dm
    @KLuna-lp8dm Před 3 lety +74

    You can also get screw driver, sand paper, brushes, dish soap and other random things at the Dollar Tree!

    • @FurnitureFlippingTeacher
      @FurnitureFlippingTeacher  Před 3 lety +2

      True (:

    • @lesliejohnson7247
      @lesliejohnson7247 Před 3 lety +2

      Brushes maybe for the primer. Not really for a smooth finish.

    • @DoodleDust
      @DoodleDust Před 3 lety +4

      @@lesliejohnson7247 I've nver shopped for brushes at the dollar store, so you may be right, but I've been shocked at some of the things I've been able to find there. Their quality in products has gotten a lot better

    • @karenbutcher5921
      @karenbutcher5921 Před 3 lety +1

      Dollar Tree is great for some things but I hate their sand paper, it just crumbles.

  • @NeccoWecco
    @NeccoWecco Před 3 lety +55

    In my experience, you can only find discount paints at the beginning of the day before the contractors grab it!

  • @drdanbhcmg
    @drdanbhcmg Před 3 lety +26

    I have 2 kids in college and they are often buying furniture that they want to restore or renew, or rather have me do it. I have tried to teach them, but your video was GREAT and much better than I could have done. I have given them both a tool set and gift cards to Home depot

  • @hp137fan
    @hp137fan Před 2 lety +58

    Thank you for this. I actually work at Lowes but I'm trying to take "big girl" steps to boost my credit and pay off loans and Lowe's paychecks alone won't do that. My mother agreed to let me makeover her pieces for practice. I'm so excited!

    • @PunsandPixels
      @PunsandPixels Před 2 měsíci

      How did it go for you? Did you flip things?

  • @ErinBensel
    @ErinBensel Před 6 měsíci +3

    I don't think I heard one "um"! Your content and thoroughness is so well done. I started crafting about a year ago, and have found every time I go to a thrift store I'm looking at actual furniture pieces and get really excited about giving them new life instead of "just" crafting. This video (and it looks like all of your videos, actually) is PERFECT for me! Thank you so much.

  • @dylanisaiah284
    @dylanisaiah284 Před 3 lety +40

    Here me out, the 5th P- PRICE! An in depth video on how to price, how low to go( based off what you have in) how to price out labor on different pieces!

    • @FurnitureFlippingTeacher
      @FurnitureFlippingTeacher  Před 3 lety +6

      Pricing is one of the most difficult things to talk about and explain! We'll be creating a course this summer so hopefully that will be able to help out more with that! Thanks for watching!

  • @SomeOtherSusan
    @SomeOtherSusan Před 2 lety +7

    I know this video is over a year old, but I appreciate you all posting this. I’m currently not looking to flip furniture but rather spruce up what I have. I’m definitely going to use this video as reference.

  • @poppyteel4490
    @poppyteel4490 Před 3 lety +15

    I'm learning even more about tetris with furniture in my 4Runner!!!

  • @lizlundgren7984
    @lizlundgren7984 Před 3 lety +42

    Lauren, you are amazing. Thank you for caring about others and sharing your skills.

  • @brittuceda2020
    @brittuceda2020 Před 3 lety +49

    Dollar Tree has a pack of 3 paint brushes for $1 about the same size as the one you used for your primer. I love getting those because then I'm only spending $0.33 per brush since I throw them away after oil based products. And they don't shed the way chip brushes do 😊

    • @FurnitureFlippingTeacher
      @FurnitureFlippingTeacher  Před 3 lety +16

      I need to get over there and check those out! Thanks for the info! (:

    • @mrnt1257
      @mrnt1257 Před rokem +3

      I like a good brush and for my house I’ll use a $12 brush, but I painted a whole house interior with one of those dollar store brushes. (That and a roller, of course. Lol)

  • @phoenixdynamite1141
    @phoenixdynamite1141 Před 3 lety +13

    Yeah when u talk is so smooth is like relaxing to me is like ur GIF teach i can listen to all day long

  • @karenguglielmo254
    @karenguglielmo254 Před 2 lety +2

    It's July 2022 and i just discovered you! I'm a retired teacher and really want to start flipping so watching you is the greatest inspiration and help! I'll be watching every one of your videos! Thank you!!

  • @decemberchristiansen562
    @decemberchristiansen562 Před rokem +2

    Totally didn’t just spend an hour taking notes on this video 😅 a question though. What do you do if you don’t have the space to flip furniture and its risky leaving it outside because it could get stolen?

  • @rmac5395
    @rmac5395 Před 2 lety +3

    🤯👏Lauren... This has to be one of the BEST videos on painting/flipping furniture on CZcams. Straightforward, simple, thorough, reassuring, informative. I have watched approximately 10k hours (an exaggeration, but not by much) of painting and furniture flip videos over the span of a few YEARS. YEARS. I’ve yet to pull the trigger and actually paint something. Anything... other than my toenails. I freeze at the last minute. Was planning, for the umpteenth thousandth time, a trip to Lowe’s today. Started second guessing myself AGAIN. Overwhelmed with my product list, the steps, the paint, and everything else. What if’s. There are just so many do’s and don’t, products, conflicting reviews, etc etc etc. Just when I think I’ve mustered up the courage, I panic and run to the computer to do “more research”. THIS IS HOW I STUMBLED UPON your channel today. ❤️❤️❤️❤️ I am going for it! THANK YOU!!!!
    (The hilarious (hmm... maybe concerning) part? This is for my OWN furniture! 😂 I have so many pieces I have wanted to do for several years.)

    • @trixie9777
      @trixie9777 Před 9 měsíci

      I love your comment! I get the same way - overwhelmed with all of that you mentioned! I hope you got started & are continuing!

  • @wfleming537
    @wfleming537 Před 3 lety +12

    One thing I'd like to learn more about is choosing color, I just found your channel and am feeling inspired but I feel fairly inept when it comes to style/design choices for refinishing.

  • @salina618
    @salina618 Před 3 lety +25

    This video couldn’t have come at a more perfect time!! I have TWO sets of nightstands that I just cleaned and took off the hardware yesterday. I am going to use this video the whole way through to guide me. You’re awesome, thanks for explaining everything so well. It’s very appreciated!! 🙂

  • @tamerianriese3441
    @tamerianriese3441 Před 2 lety +4

    Thank you for making this video. My garage is filled with small and large pieces that I was excited to collect but petrified to get started. I now have the confidence to give myself a break and just jump in.

  • @lorrainewhitlock5377
    @lorrainewhitlock5377 Před 3 lety +4

    I really enjoy your videos because you always explain things so well. I don't plan on doing Furniture flipping because I am older now and a retired nurse and I am disabled but I do enjoy watching you my dear Lauren😍🙋🏼💐

  • @mmlitcher
    @mmlitcher Před 3 lety +7

    Thanks for breaking it down like you did! I've flipped pieces for myself and have all the supplies I need but trying to calculate hourly and break it down to cost was something I didn't really think too much about. I have a small accumulation of items to start on and now I can put your advice to use!

  • @leeannoneal5537
    @leeannoneal5537 Před 3 lety +62

    Thank you, Lauren, for such a thorough outline of your winning process! I’m excited to get started transforming and flipping furniture!

  • @outofthemudministry6683
    @outofthemudministry6683 Před 3 lety +5

    You are so precious and sweet !!!! So proud of all you have done!!! I have been doing furniture for a while and where I live I make no money I work hard and nothing 😩😩😩😩 I believe it’s where we live I really do but I guess when we get to move I will try to press on ...... I love doing it seeing that diamond 💎 when no one else does!!!!! I pray you continue to get the money for a new home!!!! Take good care of the little ones they are our future!!!!!! Blessings!!!! 💜🙌

    • @FurnitureFlippingTeacher
      @FurnitureFlippingTeacher  Před 3 lety +1

      You got this! Always remember patience! The right person will come along in time! Location does matter a bit so hopefully your move will help you out!

    • @outofthemudministry6683
      @outofthemudministry6683 Před 3 lety

      @@FurnitureFlippingTeacher thank you and I pray you get a house with a studio for your business your to talented to stop!!!!! Have a blessed week!!!

  • @Nicoleyc382
    @Nicoleyc382 Před 2 lety +3

    I’ve been watching furniture flipping videos for months now and I AM OBSESSED with this channel! I am so inspired by you to begin my journey now that I’m finally finished with grad school! My husband and I went out to buy products at Lowe’s and hopefully will begin soon! I found my first pieces for FREE - My sister is making over her bedroom and wants to get ride of her side table and credenza - I am extremely excited to flip my first piece! I definitely plan to start small with the side table seeing that I am a beginner! Wish me luck!

  • @rhondaslack7624
    @rhondaslack7624 Před 3 lety +6

    I absolutely love the way you describe everything!!!! Thank you for focusing on first timers!!!!!! You are so awesome.

  • @1981CMT
    @1981CMT Před 3 lety +9

    Haha! Last week I managed to get 2 side tables and a piano stool in to my little Nissan Micra!!

  • @genna2586
    @genna2586 Před 3 lety +1

    Lauren, you are a natural teacher. Thanks for all the tips and carefully reviewing the steps from beginning to end. You are a mentor to many of us just starting. Many thanks 👏 !!!!

  • @ckkennedy7005
    @ckkennedy7005 Před 3 lety +5

    Well done! Good advice about watching for drips. Gentle reminder. Always sand (and if you can, prime/paint) with the grain rather than across the grain, including the sides of your piece. Tack cloth is a great cleaning cloth after sanding.

  • @doreendibiase1524
    @doreendibiase1524 Před 3 lety +30

    I am so impressed with you! Great job explaining everything in detail. I've done a few pieces just for my family. I will be starting soon with my first piece to sell, after I find one. Sending love from Maine ❤️ Keep doing what you do Lauren

  • @duppyduppy01
    @duppyduppy01 Před 2 lety +3

    Thank you lauren. I just started my furniture flipping journey. This is super helpful. I'm hoping to become as good as you are.

  • @BrooklynHudson
    @BrooklynHudson Před 3 lety +1

    Good music choice! I'm really enjoying (and appreciating) these "How To" videos. Thank you so much!

  • @megandawn9748
    @megandawn9748 Před 3 lety

    This is honestly the most helpful video I have come across thus far! Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful tips/advice 🙏🏻

  • @tieraarakawa4570
    @tieraarakawa4570 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you for this beginners video, just the type of video I've been searching for. I appreciate so much how you walked through the whole process and I learned new terminology/skills. I felt intimidated by other videos i've watched, but yours inspired me to just have the courage and give it a try.

  • @marthasullivan7521
    @marthasullivan7521 Před 3 lety +3

    So well done! A huge help for those of us starting out with great tips and advise. I loved your example of 'small car', personal confessions, and your 5 P's! We all will make mistakes and it helps to hear that even you did too! Let's have more of these kinds of vids. Please!!!

  • @robertabickford5246
    @robertabickford5246 Před 2 lety +1

    This was excellent. Your delivery of the process was professionally presented and I especially valued the shopping segment. My plan is to revitalize some furniture I inherited years ago. It’s for my use only. Thank you so much!!

  • @vanessajeanbrewer
    @vanessajeanbrewer Před 3 lety +2

    Thank you for taking us to the store with you to teach us from the beginning I love it !!!

  • @MariaysabelMendoza
    @MariaysabelMendoza Před 3 lety

    I Loveeee your Chanel, never flip anything not even paint a table for myself but I just can’t stop watching your videos!!! I just looooove your nice and sweet actitud to explain things, and also love your designs … 🥰

  • @popet120
    @popet120 Před 3 lety

    Love your tutorial! I used all the info you gave and I did a makeover on my son's dresser, it looks fantastic now! Thank you!

  • @tinalcady
    @tinalcady Před 3 lety +3

    This has been so helpful! I have always wanted to do this and I am so excited to learn for you.

  • @evequinterosvargas3296
    @evequinterosvargas3296 Před 2 lety +2

    Thank you soooo much for this 4 P's flipping tutorial. I'm going to start my projects this wknd and your advice is amazing!
    I'll take the guide and any other starter help I can use.... Thank you!

  • @runwaylyghtsdebbiep.2349

    I really love how you explain step by step clearly and your experience is priceless!!!
    Thank you!

  • @kendra5319
    @kendra5319 Před 2 lety

    I really loved how you broke down every step. I'm just getting started after wanting to start redoing my pieces forever. You're voice is also very nice to listen to.

  • @sarahslone8598
    @sarahslone8598 Před 3 lety +5

    I sell on Marketplace too, well I had a desk that I put a lot of work into and had it posted for $200 at first and eventually lowered to $80. In my area people want things free. So after time I lowered it. It was posted for almost 3 months and I was becoming sad that no one wanted it. For some reason last week I had a few days of consistent messages and it finally sold. I definitely did not make anything off of it but I wanted it gone. I wish the people in my area would appreciate the work of a piece.

    • @FurnitureFlippingTeacher
      @FurnitureFlippingTeacher  Před 3 lety +1

      Awe man! That's a hard situation! Don't get discouraged! Maybe try another piece of furniture to sell!

  • @janebunemann9896
    @janebunemann9896 Před 2 lety

    I’ve been watching you since I first subscribed in April 2020. I enjoy how your side hustle has become your full time job! I am impressed at how quickly you paid off the student loan just by flipping furnitures I have painted a couple of pieces for myself. You gave me the confidence! I would love to win either the paint or sprayer! Congratulations on 100,000 subscribers!!!🎉

  • @eddiebear9141
    @eddiebear9141 Před 3 lety +1

    You always do such a great job, I’ve been into flipping furniture for years, I love it!

  • @86oldbehave
    @86oldbehave Před 2 lety

    This is now my second video of yours that I’m watching and I have a feeling I’m not going to get any sleep because your journey has filled me with so much hope that I literally could cry! Who knew that your videos could seriously change someone’s life and give them so much hope! Thank you feels so inadequate but I say it with genuine gratitude for you! Thank you! 🌸💕

  • @lisamullinex5079
    @lisamullinex5079 Před 3 lety +7

    Thank you so much! You are so inspiring. This video is pure gold for me as a beginner. I have my first piece, a vintage desk I found on Marketplace for $10! I also now have all the necessary supplies. Can't wait to get started! This is all happening because I found you on CZcams! ❤️

  • @franciegarneau1651
    @franciegarneau1651 Před 3 lety +1

    As usual, a great video. I've been watching you since you began and it's been amazing to see you grow in so many ways. I have learned a lot watching all your videos. Can't wait to see what's next on your agenda!

    • @FurnitureFlippingTeacher
      @FurnitureFlippingTeacher  Před 3 lety +1

      Wow, thank you! We've got a lot in store for you the rest of the month and of course, into summer! (: Thanks for watching and supporting!

  • @tingczhao
    @tingczhao Před 3 lety

    Great 4P furniture flip advice! I just may start to do it, too since I love thrifty shopping. Thanks for your great teaching video. I could not agree more with you about patient. In fact, I sold a great piece of oriental carpet at a very low price because I was not patient enough and lower the price too soon before the buyer found me. However, I am glad that it has blessed someone with a great piece of furniture for an awesome price as the buyer really loved it.

  • @cindywooldridge9032
    @cindywooldridge9032 Před 3 lety +1

    After teaching for 46 years, I finally retired! You have inspired me to get my creative juices flowing and I have sold several pieces that I have picked up in people's trash. I just spent $100 on supplies and have made over $500 profit. Thanks for your videos and wonderful instructions. PS Your husband is a great photographer!

  • @bethanygwiazda902
    @bethanygwiazda902 Před 3 lety +11

    This video is perfect I’m just starting out and needed this so bad, thank you - love your channel!!!

  • @Amy-oy5hk
    @Amy-oy5hk Před 2 lety +2

    You’re a great teacher. I’ve been playing with furniture for last 7 years, and I have a blast with it.
    One suggestion: A weeny roller with a high density foam for smooth look, is great time saver, and you’ll avoid brush strokes. Otherwise, I would have suggested a high quality brush, and then linked something on how to properly clean it, as they can last you years when taken care of.
    I’ve used the Valspar furniture paint, I believe it is an Enamel. So like latex, it’s totally fine to use on furniture, and actually holds up better than chalk or milk paints. In the long run. IMO, but we all have our preferences. I wish I had the teacher mentality, you possess. You explain things well. Keep up the great work!!

  • @catcar8212
    @catcar8212 Před 3 lety +5

    Hi Lauren, this is a great video you and Neiman put together. You have become quite the team! I love the 4 P's. My daughter picked up her first Facebook Marketplace piece and is excited to start working. Your instructions are awesome. It seems like just yesterday you were the beginner, and now you have quite the following!! Your generosity and inspiration are golden. Thanks for all you are doing.🌷🌷🌷 Hi from CT

  • @OLGUITA033
    @OLGUITA033 Před 2 lety +1

    Love the video, teaches a lot! You inspired me to do my first furniture flip. My coffee tables and end tables, good structure but just wear and tear. I did all the steps, except i forgot to sand the 2nd time the first piece 😁 Exited to see how they turn out. Thank you!

  • @kristaliebmann6048
    @kristaliebmann6048 Před 3 lety +11

    Perhaps this is going to be in the Profit P... but PRICING would be a great one for a 5th P. Learning how to price for your market/location if you are only selling locally.

    • @FurnitureFlippingTeacher
      @FurnitureFlippingTeacher  Před 3 lety +4

      Yes - I encompassed it in the process and profit portion! (: Thanks for watching and hope you learn some things!

  • @brittanymoore4562
    @brittanymoore4562 Před 3 lety

    This was super helpful! I plan to try flipping some furniture soon. Thanks for your detailed explanation of each step.

  • @aracelistejada5241
    @aracelistejada5241 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you so much for the step by step explanations. I get so overwhelmed when I go to lowes to try to choose what materials and paints I need, but you’ve explained everything so thoroughly that I’m inspired to go to Lowes right now to go buy everything to paint my bedroom set. :)

  • @mersaydiz17
    @mersaydiz17 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you so much for this video, by far this is the most thorough and helpful video I’ve seen. I’m new at this and you’ve helped so much already. Awesome job!

  • @nativeamericanfeather9948

    Another great video ♡ something I do after opening the paint,I hammer the tip of a nail to make holes so after pouring paint it won't pool in the rim. It'll drip back into the can through the nail holes. It helps paint not splattering when you hit the lid back down when you're don't too. You did an awesome job on these!♡

  • @madelynraymckinney4375
    @madelynraymckinney4375 Před 3 lety +7

    I'm in love with you and your work! You are such a beautiful soul in and out! Thank you for being a GREAT teacher and a GREAT person and thank you for so much inspiration!! I smash the like button before I even watch the video haha. Keep up the great work!!

  • @deborahm719
    @deborahm719 Před 3 lety

    Thank you so much for this. Started my first flip and buying the primer and paint today!!

  • @ChristinaHomeSweetHome
    @ChristinaHomeSweetHome Před 3 lety +6

    Wow it’s the second time I catch the video pop up I’m so excited every time i see a notification from you love your channel thank you for sharing with is what you know love your channel ❤️

  • @yvettewallus119
    @yvettewallus119 Před 3 lety

    Congrats on reaching your goal and thank you for sharing your journey and knowledge. You’ve inspired me to start flipping to pay off my credit card debt. Thank you, Lauren!

  • @J3nnycat
    @J3nnycat Před 2 lety

    Thank you so much for talking about primers and how important they are. So many people just jump in with the paint and I feel so bad for the people who are following along and run into major problems down the road.

  • @elizabethbruner2908
    @elizabethbruner2908 Před 3 lety

    Thanks for giving us so much detail. I have painted furniture for myself but you inspire me to think about doing it for a profit

  • @marygraham2155
    @marygraham2155 Před 2 lety

    This is just what I needed as I am doing end tables and a desk for my home . Thank You 🙏

  • @mjherrera630
    @mjherrera630 Před 2 lety

    This is the perfect video I was looking for to start a project I will be tackling in a few weeks. Thank you for sharing your awesome skills😊❤️

  • @deefaye7336
    @deefaye7336 Před 2 lety

    Thank you for this. I am going to start painting this weekend and am starting on very small decorative pieces before I take on an actual piece of furniture (I live in a small apartment). I need to tell you that you have been the biggest infuluence on my wanting to give this a try.

  • @rachaelshanyfelt5310
    @rachaelshanyfelt5310 Před rokem

    Really glad to find this! I just started watching you and I work at Lowe's so I knew I was going to go there for my supplies and you just answered every question I had. 😁

  • @victoriamurphy6521
    @victoriamurphy6521 Před 5 měsíci

    Just watched this because I’m going to give furniture flipping a try
    Picked up a small table for $5 and let’s see what happens
    Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience 😊

  • @kariscreativequest1711

    LOVE the great tip and awesome find in the mistint area! I knew about it, and use it myself some times when shopping, often the paint I find at our local ReStore is mis-tint, samples or things like that, some amazing finds there.

  • @laughinlori6893
    @laughinlori6893 Před 2 lety +2

    Not going to flip any furniture but you have given me the courage to paint my solid pine bedroom set. I am going to start with the two night stands that I use as end tables in my living room. They are almost identical to the ones you flipped in this video but they have three drawers. Now I just need to decide on a colour!

  • @micheleevans8179
    @micheleevans8179 Před 7 měsíci

    I started watching your videos about a month ago and I love watching what you do. You explain things thoroughly and it makes it so much easier to understand how and why you do the things you do in order to make a quality piece. For Christmas this year I’m asking for multiple items to begin flipping furniture. Wish me luck.

  • @kristamackenzie_
    @kristamackenzie_ Před rokem

    This video was so well done!! Thank you for sharing all this great info. ❤

  • @christinawilliams4077
    @christinawilliams4077 Před 3 lety

    Best video for beginners that I’ve seen! Great job and thank you!

  • @susanweaver5248
    @susanweaver5248 Před 2 lety

    Just watched your video today. I love the beginner tutorials. It helps so much to get started. Thank you!

  • @michaelbolin1322
    @michaelbolin1322 Před rokem

    Luv this video! I started furniture flipping a long time ago. Stopped for along time ago due to my sales position but just recently my wife and I started talking about doing again for xtra income so we picked up some pieces and all are in process of being painted for resale.

  • @kathrynsmith8702
    @kathrynsmith8702 Před 3 lety +1

    I loved this video, I am just starting and it was just what I needed to begin! I would also love a video on how you do your back drop for staging!

  • @jillreneau3808
    @jillreneau3808 Před rokem

    Absolutely love both your work and your videos! Thank you for sharing 💕

  • @cindyherbold2384
    @cindyherbold2384 Před 5 měsíci

    Excellent video ❤ Being a Teacher has given you the expertise of how to patiently and thoroughly explain all aspects of the FF . Super great job!!❤😊

  • @anneblimkie3431
    @anneblimkie3431 Před rokem

    Thank you sooo very much !! I've been thinking about doing this for a long time but the more videos I watch the more confused I get. This was such an excellent video and definately inspired me to hit Lowe's for supplies and get started !!!

  • @ColleenOrtino
    @ColleenOrtino Před 3 lety +1

    I'm doing a 2 piece hutch for my kitchen, thank you so much for explaining in detail. My favorite channel. ❤️

  • @lisedumouchel992
    @lisedumouchel992 Před 2 lety

    I absolutely love your videos I’m addicted love the way you explain things and make it so easy to understand way to go keep doing what you do you guys are great 😀

  • @monneymonney
    @monneymonney Před 2 lety

    Great video. You explain the process easily, without drawing out the process.

  • @rukhsanahameed9149
    @rukhsanahameed9149 Před 3 lety

    This video was awesome! You’ve inspired me to try this myself. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

  • @kellyrowe1253
    @kellyrowe1253 Před 3 lety

    What an AWESOME, AMAZING, INSPIRING, ENCOURAGING VIDEO!!! One thing im going to add to my list of supplies to flip my first piece of furniture is a pair of overalls 😊
    THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU...I'm ready!!! 😃

  • @cindybunker4918
    @cindybunker4918 Před 3 lety +2

    Great information! Thank you for walking and talking us through the basics! ❤❤

  • @jennygutierrez201
    @jennygutierrez201 Před 2 lety

    Hello Lauren. So impressed with your work. You are definately very talented. You definately motivate us to refinish furniture. You are awsome.

  • @darleenie_1
    @darleenie_1 Před rokem

    I was asked if I wanted old furniture from someone’s house and I said yes so now I’m going to try to flip it and see how it goes! Definitely using this video as my guide😁

  • @cjkcjk2405
    @cjkcjk2405 Před 9 měsíci

    I love this video. I am doing a flip for my house and who knows! You are very easy to follow and listen to.

  • @hnycreek
    @hnycreek Před 3 lety

    Nice to watch your teaching skills! I bet your little ones in your class love you!

  • @refabyouless1166
    @refabyouless1166 Před 3 lety

    Such an old soul. I love getting tips from you! Thank you for teaching!!
    LOL you said "to get that down payment on that house"...EXACTLY what I am doing!!! Thank you !!

  • @isabelrascon3028
    @isabelrascon3028 Před 3 lety

    Excellent tips, thanks very much for your time and advises!

  • @jessieslay7422
    @jessieslay7422 Před rokem

    I love your video's. They are so informative. Thank you for teaching us the ropes. You are a great teacher.

  • @karenvelazquez4437
    @karenvelazquez4437 Před 2 lety

    Listened for the first 4 mins, liked, subscribed, and watched your commercials without skipping! Great information!!

  • @memesfarmhousedesigns9254

    Thank you for all the particulars on the P’s!