What do I do next?! Flipping these Merton Gershun rare MCM side tables!
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- čas přidán 7. 09. 2024
- I cannot believe how long I’ve been working on these ✨ FREE ✨Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville Bali hai nightstands. The amount of time, supplies and STRESS is crazy! Not the smartest business decision to keep working on these but… I’m determined 🤣
Here’s how I did it! 👇🏼
+ stripped using stripper
+ used carbide scraper and wire brush to remove the paint with the help of some lacquer thinner
+ used kwikwook epoxy putty for veneer repairs
+ used @realmilkpaintco oxalic acid to remove water stains
+ sanded with 120 grit using my and (Use code FURNITUREDR10 for 10% off!) and
+ applied oil based pre conditioner
+ applied walnut gel stain
Now.. I know I was wrong to even try a dark stain on blonde mahogany but ya girl was desperate. So PLEASEESEE give me all your ideas on how to fix this!
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I bought a set of dental tools off Amazon to pick paint out of small details. The little hooked pick that they scrape tartar off your teeth with would have come in very handy here.
Dentist here. Why don't you have floss at home >:(
@@sosi2224 Floss to pick paint out of small details?
@@sosi2224 not floss haha…the stainless steel picks you use to scrape teeth.
@@sosi2224 can you read?
Harbor Freight has a nice pick set for $10.
A lighter stain like the ref image wldve been nice
How would that have hidden the dark stains?
Edit: Maybe a light stain on the fluted front and a darker stain on the top to hide the stains better?
I think that's what she was going foe with the walnut stain but the damage was still very visible!
Always use wood dye mixed with white spirit instead of stain unless you want it to sit on the surface.
Definitely a light stain 😳
@@PEACE_HAIRGREASE Again, how would that hide the dark spots?
NOOO they look great!!! Taking off the blue paint really helped. To be honest, a lighter stain might've been better, especially to help highlight the pick marks on the front as something intentional rather than a mistake... when in doubt, pretend you meant it to look like that haha.
Agreed. I think the lighter finishes compliments the piece and the darker marks would add some character and warmth.
Nah they look awful, she’s right. Stain is blotchy and uneven. Always a risk with stain
No they don't. Too dark. It's ok we make mistakes. We improve on our skills. That's life no foul
Didnt she say she picked daek stain to hide the stains on this?
It’s really not bad, it just looks kinda thirsty. I think if you went over the whole thing with a nice light stain to conjoin the colors and make them more cohesive and then a satin top coat it would look real nice
Oh nooo the faux bamboo begs for light light light, even gold!
thats just a tambour detail
The holes make it look like twigs...would look great for rustic cabin/cottage decor ❤
I appreciate that you show you “mess up” sometimes, it makes me want to try more! Way to go, I love your channel
Thank you!
We have an original set of these (and a dresser and headboard)! It hurts my soul to see them painted! Good work trying to save them!
We have the set minus headboard and absolutely love it! I’ve been thinking of trying to replicate the fluting on the bedframe to create a custom complete set but we will see if that actually happens. 😊
Invest in a baking soda sand blaster and get them all sanded. Then try and match the wood color in the listing with white wash color to match the blonde stain.
The after in my opinion still looks a lot better than the original. The worm holes kinda give it an added touch of character and I like that you chose not to repaint the piece because the wood stain you chose looks really good on them. From what we can see on here I think you did pretty good! ❤
When the wood is this badly stained i usually spray it with diluted white lacquer as a base to hide all the dark stains and then brush stain the gel coat without wiping with a rag. You have to work fast and use light coat of gel stain trying to spread it evenly not leaving to much stain on the surface. It basically like glazing but instead using a clear sealer i use white lacquer . I dont know if any other painters do it like this but Id practice and test this method out on another piece of wood first to get the hang of it. So diluted white lacquer followed by stain and then clear top coat. The white lacquer goes on semi transparent so that some of the wood grain still shows and kinda hides the dark stains. Hope this method helps. Keep up the great work love your videos❤👍
I just found another creator that does something similar to what i was trying to explain. czcams.com/users/shortsJFvJ7cMpoBE?si=KsM1FhEtt_248GDr
They remind me of pretzels 😂.
They look really fun though ❤.
Your work is amazing, and your commentary is great too. All the best for your future!
Thank you very much!
Those flutes have so much character, no one's going to be bored looking at them. Perhaps handles are a detail that could enhance that character like bookworms or moth who poke holes in their surroundings...
Denture brushes super help. Be cautious of caustics but those suckers are a huge help on cleaning and or scrubbing stuff
THAT'S the american way. grab an opportunity, try things out, roll with reality, do your best - learning new lessons = a success, yes? you are an inspiration !
THank you!!!
What I love most about your videos, is your appreciation of once was.
Oh no!
I think I would patch the tiny holes with wood putty and a darker stain will show mor flaws. Probably keeping it close to the original stain color is best. I definitely admir your determination to take those tables on! 😅
You know, this is great! Its not always the galmour of a great piece. This seems more human, we make mistakes and not every piece come out great! This is such a good short video! Proud of u for sharing! Thanks.
Maybe try an ebony stain? I would avoid gel since it can get trapped in those flutes, and go with a regular oil based stain. You can also try and blend those dark stains buy doing a light coat of oil stain around the dark areas and then feather the stain towards them before a 2nd coat to even it all out. Before the stain cures you should be able to blend certain areas together.
Try wood conditioner next time. It’s a must when you use stain. Especially if there’s different types of wood. Can you give it a light sand and try again?
Gel stain is always a mistake
Speaking of gold, I think if you would dry brush the front bamboo looking thing with gold it would complement that beautiful gel stand, and it would look perfect
Great idea!
Doll, YOU are the reason I have started to follow my passion again in refinishing furniture. I gave it up to “adult” but now my time is my own! YOU made me realize how important following my heart was so don’t you get discouraged at this! Nope nope nope! I won’t let you!!!
That MG set is heart stopping & you did awesome in making a silk purse out of a sows ear as my grandfather used to say..🫶🏻!
What about…painting JUST the front of the drawers…a light Sage Spray…or even Cream? Yes, they won’t be “original” BUT, you can only do what you can do and I’ve yet to see anything you touch turn to less than gold!
You’ve got this❤
(Now I’ve got to go find out how you DID finish!!! Off to your channel to search!!!).
PS: thank you for reminding me what a REAL “sense of accomplishment” feels like🥰🥰
Oh my goodness your comment made my whole day!!! Thank you so much!!! So many great ideas ❤️
I love the results!! Those lil spots on the drawers give it so much beautiful character!!
I like the spots too. It gives character.
It would be cute if you could make the drawers like baby deer spots.
Ooo that’s a good idea!!
Still looks better then when it was painted blue it turned out very beautiful 😊
I agree, thank you!
You have the patience of a saint girl! Keep going they're already looking 100% better ❤
I have used a brass brush to strip mouldings and details in chairs and other furniture. They are soft enough to not damage most wood species
Oh good tip!
We all learn from our mistakes! Resign the first attempt as a learning experience and start again. They already look better than the blue, and judging by all of your other work, they will be fabulous when you are finished! Hang in there, don't be discouraged!
Because of the little holes on the faux bamboo it reminds me of pretzels with the dark brown lol maybe some kind of two tone for this piece would work?
Hey. I do cabinetry and millwork, but I have to mess around with old furniture here and there. I use a very soft wire brush than I can put into a drill chuck for stuff like those fluted drawer fronts. It’s tough enough to remove paint after the stripper works and soft enough to safely use on hardwood veneer. It’s definitely something worth looking into. I don’t use it everyday, but every time I need it I’m glad I have it.
Do a torch burn,solves dark spot problem and make it look badass.
So sad people let such masterpieces of design become total junk. Glad that you exist!
Thank you!
girl paint those vertical drawer fronts black and leave the rest stained. it'll look great!
So far so good. It's not over, just keep going. Finish it. See what else you have in the house and harmonize with it.
(You can make the precision instruments yourself ).
If it's insects, put onion juice in the holes with a syringe (ecological) or insecticide and then necessarily clog to close the pores. Then paint dot by dot carefully in gold or another color you like. Then frame everything in a thin gold or linen border only at the top and bottom of the furniture. (Or glue green rhinestones). You have many solutions.
Play, imagine, have fun!
Because of this video I realized what was sitting at a property of ours! We had the whole set with little damage on the corners!
These videos are so satisfying to watch. I love watching the transformation and restoration. Unfortunately the front was too porous.
Just an idea for ya. Im not sure if it would work though. I have a special tool for cleaning my panini pan. It looks like a paint scraper, but it has grooves cut into it to help clean the raised parts on the pan. Might help if you ever find yourself in possession of another fluted piece! :)
Love your approach! I think you have a great eye and adventurous spirit. I can't wait to see your progress on these!!❤❤
1000% better than the blue! You did great! Next time or if you decide to give it another go, I would recommend a bit lighter on the stain but you could also leave as is, they’ve got character! 👏🏾❤️
Thank you! Will do!
I would do a faux tortoise shell bamboo finish. That would work with the bamboo look fronts, it would address the weird way the bamboo fronts are taking stain since the look starts with a base of solid paint and done right it would look amazing!
I used to refinish furniture but stopped to care for my husband. Thinking about starting back up. One of the things I always kept was a 1in sponge with a good sander layer on it as well as a pointed blade with 2 wings on it. Both would have made the drawer fronts a whole lot easier. The blade should be available at an old fashioned hardware store that sales antique hand tools. The sponges can be had from any big box home improvement store (maybe the blade, too, mine was from the 1930’s or 40’s. Just and fyi. The blades are great for getting into router details. Calligraphy nibs with wide wings are also useful but you want to avoid gouging the wood. Wrapping a rag around it will soften it somewhat. The sponges work wonders getting into carved details but try to get the strongest one they have. The dollar sponges with sandpaper (maybe $2 with inflation) are not as stiff and will crumble or flatten with the paint stripper chemicals making them useless well before the job is done. Just an fyi.
That’s so cool
It's good that you were honest about your complete mistake
👍👍
How about filling up the “wormholes” and painting only the fluted parts? Maybe something like a dark bluish gray to go with the walnut color? I’ve watched Modern Makeovers partially paint furniture and end up with beautiful pieces.
180 grit isn't high enough.... I would say this, avoid gel stains altogether. I had an issue some time ago with a double Red Oak bookshelf that I built for two clients and it was not what I was expecting... I have had very good results in the past but something must have happened in the last 7-10 years to gel stains... they are extremely poor in quality.
Also, it really helps to know what kind of wood you're working with. Some woods are prone to "blotching" when you stain them... Cherry, Maple, and Pine are the greatest offenders in the blotching category... It really helps to use a wood conditioner like Charles Niel's Pre-Color wood conditioner... I used it on an awesome, large,mobile kitchen island I built and the top turned out fantastic.. No blotching. Strongly recommend this product... don't bother with anti-blotching/wood conditioners from Lowes or Home Depot... Charles Neil's is sincerely the best.
Good research for supplies and techniques. The uneven stain might be lightened by use of household bleach. But test always on sample. Perhaps brushing on paint thinner to thin stain or acetone for stronger action with rags to soak up? Good effort. Gotta go through the mistakes to get a better skill. Perhaps reading old finishing/restoration books and articles? Old issues of Fine Woodworking magazine.
Next time hand paint with a small art brush❗❗👍👍 I love those end tables❗❗👍👍⭐God bless ❗😊
If you don't mind mess, a Josco Nilon Cup brush on a drill cleans the paint off in a jiff.
i kinda like the little spots and dots at the end, kinda gives it a cool look in a way, but they look amazing!
Glad you like them!
can't wait to see your second try!!
🥰🥰
Anything is better than that blue. 😊 Maybe would try to paint it with a dark stain or paint it black, and then use maybe panels with a pattern? Beiges, tans and gold would be lovely. Maybe use red and black touches and I an Asian inspired design, such as a water scene with birds, would be lovely. Maybe a gold on the bamboo. It’s an odd idea, but it might work. I would just have fun with them! You do such wonderful work! I admire your skill! 😊 ❤
HA I agree!!
Honestly love the speckled look at the end
Kind of cool right!
I love the way they look. Dont get down on yourself so easy. If you dont like it then take a break and go back at it. But they look great
I love that wood epoxy exists... Miracle
I am not a fan of gel stains. Wood conditioner before staining helps stains go on more evenly. Curious to see where you went with them.
girl you did your thang!
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I would had left it natural. Sand and I would use the MinWax Polycrylic in clear satin with 3 coats. Light sand with 1000 grit between each coat and use a tack rag.
Good idea!
I think paint is your only option. A lite stain to match all the dots on just the drawers might also look good giving you a two tone night stand.
I'm wondering if a small wire brush that looks like a toothbrush could have helped to remove the blue paint.
Ooo I should have done that!!
Try again. I don’t think the dark stain works for these. You do beautiful work! You got this! Think about it. Maybe a little lighter for this style. Can’t wait to see what you come up with!💕
Looks great! I think the dark light contrast.
I think so too! Thanks!
Just sand ,clean and a tan wash and water based seal.Stunning work.Keep going❤
Yes! Thank you!
Wood with vesicles that were filled with light-color filler will look better if you add some of your stain to the filler before using it.
Not so much contrast when you finally stain the piece.
I audibly yelled “NOOO” when she applied that stain. Oh well, she’ll fix it.
I will!
I hope you see this and answer my question PLEASE. What is the sander you use? I want one that can get into crevices easily and conform to whatever I need to sand. I want to restore/refinish some pieces I already own and furnish my home with solid wood used furniture instead of just buying everything new. Thank you
I think its cool the way it is, it looks like an antique kinda👍
you’re so right!
You're bravely patient😎
use a wood toner instead of stain
that's how all the professional manufacturers get an even "stain" on wood
it's sprayed on and won't soak in as much giving a more even finish
Small tip. Stain on old furniture. Is like Russian roulette. The wax polish people use can contaminate the wood. Making it hard for stain to absorb. There’s no one good fix. But now you know.
Thank you!!
I'm a cabinet maker and a little trick we use is to try and make a feature out of mistakes so highlight them holes
What about using a Cherrywood with a two-toned red. Or go with a Oriental Bamboo design, like the tan & green "hut houses."
ooo, good idea!
It's crazy that during covid, a bunch of social media people were trying to paint random furniture from marketplace to make it look modern. Now, people are trying to remove the paint to restore it to original condition lol
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Try a soda blaster from Harbor freight next time to get the old paint out of those hard to reach places. Super easy and fun. They make a wood bleach you could try using to lighten up the stains 🤷♂️
Good idea!
"if its free its for me"
Haha!!
Would you please do much longer & complete videos?
The one thing I see that you don't do that you should do before you put on stain is to use a wet sponge. After you sand, you're closing the pores in the wood. If you wet it down before you stain your opening the pores. Especially when you're using gel stains
Maybe go all in with a Redwood stain for kind of a marbled look of the Redwood filling in the lighter spots the Walnut missed
I like this idea!!
The Faux bamboo looks like those pretzel sticks 😂 But the tables are already looking so much better than they did with that blue paint! You got this!
I agree!!
Sand them again and paint them with some kind of a neutral color and the fluted part a darker or lighter colored to offset, you get an Aafor effort, but when you’ve got discolored wood, just paint it! 🫡
I would used a dark brown stain to refinish. It would of covered the blemishes better. This original color is outdated anyways.
The Blue 💙 was nice
It looks heads and tails better than when you first got it! I like it!
How do u know they are decorative worm holes and not active wood worms?
You could do a lighter stain or paint them black
You need to learn about tinting! It will take your refinishing work to whole new level! Spraying tints changed my refinishing life! No blotching, just as durable, any color, any wood, and very simple!
I will be on it!!
There is a type of asian design that mends broken pottery with gold.... you could spot paint the holes with gold to work with not against the flaws!! Good luck ❤
Interesting!
@@thefurnituredoctor I’ve done this with a small saucer that I had. For pottery it’s called Kintsugi or kintsukuroi (golden repair). It’s based on the principle that some things are even more beautiful for having been broken. I could easily see it lending itself to your piece. Possibly something similar to gold leaf for the decorated parts. As for the stained top. Possibly refinishing again to bring everything up to the blond of the original piece, then top the pieces with mirror, possibly with a gold fleck or somesuch. There are kits available and some wood crafting info on CZcams
Much better! They turned out so good!
Thank you!!
Certainly improved the pieces and value ❤
Would Soda blasting work for you. It's supposed to take paint off cars without damaging rubber or plastic trim so maybe it would be good for wood
The dark stains were not that bad and actually look like they’d work with a bamboo type stain for the finish.
Try leaving it in the sun in spurts, it will wash the stain lighter and youll have a nice look imo
Thanks!
I actually really like it! They remind me of deer spots. They would look great in a setting with alot of greenery
I think so too!
Try using a brass vegetable brush on the decorative areas.
I will try!
I notice when I use a sponge brush for dark stain it stays better
I have that exact dresser and one night stand. I have been thinking if stripping them. I am glad I saw this.
🥰🥰 good luck!
Personally I think the speckly look on the front look super cute! ❤
Yay! Thank you!
Actually, the holes give them character! Not bad at all!
So true! Thank you!
You always do a great job. The only thing is that I wonder about is the ethics of taking free items in good repair. Do you have a time a period ypu wait before taking them so people in need have a chance at them or is it every person for themselves?
Finally an easter egg and a pun!!! 😄🙏