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    Broken drawers, and a finish with stubborn black stains...this second of two dressers took patience! Scrape, strip, sand, bleach...and a big change in plans...and what I finally found this time was a true classic.
    01:06 Welcome to Furniture Fables and Introduction to Main Character
    06:50 Drawer Repair
    09:08 Using Carbide Scraper to Remove Finish
    10:12 Encounter with a Spider
    11:59 Using Soy Gel Stripper
    12:55 Sanding with Orbital Sander and Surf Prep Sander with Foam Abrasive
    13:23 Inspecting Surfaces
    15:02 Scuff Sanding
    15:31 Tightening the Screws on Dresser
    16:12 Using Bondo Wood Filler to Fix Cracks in Dresser
    18:15 Using Oxalic Acid to Lift Out Black Stains on Dresser's Top
    20:13 Sealing with Clear Shellac and Priming with White Shellac Primer
    22:05 Using Paint-wash and Antiquing Glaze to Disguise Black Stains on Dresser's Top
    23:10 Painting with Casement by Fusion Mineral Paint
    26:08 Using Brown Antiquing Glaze by Fusion to Help Create Warm Wood Tone on Dresser's Top
    27:00 Using Hand Broom to Create Wood Texture in Antiquing Glaze on Dresser's Top
    28:03 Using Paintable Caulk to Fill Cracks in Dresser
    29:33 No Brush Stroke Technique for Final Paint Coat on Drawer Front
    30:22 Cleaning and Painting Hardware
    31:48 Final Touches
    32:45 FINAL REVEAL
    34:51 Cost Breakdown and List Price Discussion
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  • @divinerdetective44
    @divinerdetective44 Před 8 měsíci +36

    Watch out Andy, I think you're developing a reputation for being a miracle worker!!! Love this piece as well as the one you did before, you're a very creative problem solver.

  • @jimhorner335
    @jimhorner335 Před 8 měsíci +18

    More with less! The second dresser with its dark stains presented less to work with. But your courage and flexibility to overcome these limitations yielded even more contribution. Congratulations on another beautiful piece!

  • @Laura_Brock
    @Laura_Brock Před 8 měsíci +12

    Andy, I love this delectable dresser! My mom and grandmother had white painted dressers, and I naturally gravitate towards a white dresser. The paint finish on this piece is sumptuous; it looks like white fondant. And the top! Against all the challenges you faced, the dresser top turned out amazingly well with that beautiful glaze! The new hardware is like a chef's kiss to the dresser. I also loved the staging done 2 ways, like a choice of toppings!
    Bravissimo!

    • @FurnitureFablesbyAndy
      @FurnitureFablesbyAndy  Před 8 měsíci +3

      Hooray, thanks so much for this, Laura!! So lovely to hear that, and thank you for sharing about your mom and grandmother. And so glad you liked the staging options! 😊💗🙏

  • @indie825
    @indie825 Před 8 měsíci +10

    So happy to hear the 1st dresser is going back to its original home. Dresser #2 was a beautiful hot mess! I don't think I've ever seen that much guerilla glue used before. 🤣I learned a lot on this fable. She turned out goreous!

  • @dr.gretachen1988
    @dr.gretachen1988 Před 8 měsíci +3

    Mirror, mirror in my hand, who’s the fairest in the land? Why, you are Snow White with your gold accessories. This bureau deserves the Michelle Pfeiffer White Gold Award. You hit your hallelujah with this dresser. Thanks for taking us long.

    • @FurnitureFablesbyAndy
      @FurnitureFablesbyAndy  Před 8 měsíci

      Don't believe me, just watch! 😉 Thank you so much, this is so fantastic to hear! 🤍⚜️

  • @KimRinehart
    @KimRinehart Před 8 měsíci +4

    You are a wizard, and surely used your magic on this one!!!!! In fact you almost had to raise it from the grave!!! It is sumptuous and elegant! BRAVO

  • @ginacrusco234
    @ginacrusco234 Před 8 měsíci +9

    Hi Andy (/Drea)! Congratulations on your sponsorship! Because I adore you so and because your delivery is so compelling, I watched every second of the ad. Now back to the fable!

    • @FurnitureFablesbyAndy
      @FurnitureFablesbyAndy  Před 8 měsíci +2

      Hi Gina - wow, thank you so much!! Yes, I am putting my toe into the waters of sponsorship, hoping to make the Fables more financially viable, so I really appreciate your support. 😊🙏

  • @jandelricci637
    @jandelricci637 Před 8 měsíci +3

    It warms my heart to see old, discarded pieces that seem to be well past their prime be brought back to life again ! To become useful and pretty again ! To be saved from the landfill ! I love this channel and so appreciate your love of restoration and revival ! And oh, my, these two bureaus ! Gorgeous ! Nice work Andy !

  • @KateCompton1
    @KateCompton1 Před 8 měsíci +5

    Andy, you are incredibly gifted! I adore the transformations you made to this piece. From the extensive repairs to the use of all that glue (😂😂😂😂), you have managed to preserve the dresser's antique nature flawlessly. The colors you selected and the stunning hardware have successfully maintained its antique appearance! Antiques are not easy to repair nor is it cheap if you take that same dresser to someone who specializes in restoration. I’m so impressed with the love and time you put into each of your projects.
    You are so lucky to have John. That spider would have been sucked up and out in that shop vac. I am unnaturally terrified of spiders to the point that when he ran, I’m done. Bravo to you for still holding the crown 👑 of Furniture Queen! Congratulations on another amazing restoration Andy! You truly are remarkable and extremely talented!
    I’m so happy that your friends are going to keep the first piece! I bet they just love it and what you did to it?
    👏🏻❤️👏🏻❤️👏🏻❤️

    • @FurnitureFablesbyAndy
      @FurnitureFablesbyAndy  Před 8 měsíci

      Thank you so so much, Kate!! Yes, the glue was FLYING around the workshop that day, that's for sure!! 😂 I agree, I'm always so grateful for John and his utter non-fear of spiders...how does he do it?? I'm so thrilled you enjoyed this one, thanks again!

  • @cboyle707
    @cboyle707 Před 8 měsíci +3

    The only thing I want to hear is "That is why I love them." As long as I know you are doing a job with love, these pieces DO have personality AND soul!

  • @annhughes2696
    @annhughes2696 Před 8 měsíci +4

    Another amazing furniture makeover. You know sometimes we "girls" just need a little bit more concealer. Nothing wrong with that especially when the end result is a beautiful glowing complexion. Kudos to you once again! ❤️❤️❤️

  • @caroledwards1182
    @caroledwards1182 Před 8 měsíci +6

    The refinished dresser looks nice but I like the darker tones, and the real wood, of the other one. I was hoping you could save the wood look of this dresser as its lines are beautiful, but I have to agree with you, those dark areas were unsightly and did not look like tiger wood to me either. I certainly feel you gave it "the old college try" in trying to remove those dark areas and can understand your decision to paint it. You also did a nice job creating a wood look on the top and front frames.

    • @FurnitureFablesbyAndy
      @FurnitureFablesbyAndy  Před 8 měsíci

      Thanks so much , yes - it's always a bummer when your best laid plans...😊🙏

  • @vickinoeske1154
    @vickinoeske1154 Před 8 měsíci +6

    Oh Andy, this is beautiful! Fresh and lovely. The new hardware and shelf liner are perfect. Love x3.

  • @barbaralamoreaux328
    @barbaralamoreaux328 Před 8 měsíci +4

    This one had you using every trick in the book! It must have taken so much time to try to save that finish. I was thinking that it might have looked good in a pale blue, but that’s pretty specific to my decor. Another great job, Andy!

    • @FurnitureFablesbyAndy
      @FurnitureFablesbyAndy  Před 8 měsíci

      Thanks so much, Barbara!! Yes, once I realized I needed to paint, I was tempted by a light blue too...oh, if only it could be be like the horse of a different color in The Wizard of Oz...💙💚♥️🧡💛

  • @sanjosefurnitureflip4758
    @sanjosefurnitureflip4758 Před 8 měsíci +4

    You seem like very different people, but are you???? Loved this furniture save.❤❤❤

    • @FurnitureFablesbyAndy
      @FurnitureFablesbyAndy  Před 8 měsíci +1

      LOL, hmmmmmm....let me ask myself that question and get back to you....😂😂😂 Thanks so much, my friend!

  • @aok2727
    @aok2727 Před 8 měsíci +13

    I wonder if someone “ebonized” the wood using vinegar and steel wool. I love your decisions but might have chosen FSO in ebony. Of course, with that, there would be no going back. One can never go wrong with white! Oooh, the struggle looked real!

    • @FurnitureFablesbyAndy
      @FurnitureFablesbyAndy  Před 8 měsíci +1

      Thanks so much , and I agree about the possibility of ebonizing!

    • @Tenebarum
      @Tenebarum Před 8 měsíci +1

      I can't remember the word, but there is a Japanese technique of torching wood to create that effect.

    • @LymeandLight
      @LymeandLight Před 8 měsíci +1

      @@TenebarumI use that technique and you might be right. If that is the case, they didn’t do it correctly and they definitely didn’t finish the job as it shouldn’t look like that! But, it would explain the deep dark stains !

    • @FurnitureFablesbyAndy
      @FurnitureFablesbyAndy  Před 8 měsíci +1

      @@Tenebarum Yes! I believe it's called Shou sugi ban.

    • @Tenebarum
      @Tenebarum Před 8 měsíci

      @@FurnitureFablesbyAndy it is. I just had a video recommendation for a restoration using the technique. I don't really care for it

  • @christiemay4444
    @christiemay4444 Před 8 měsíci +7

    So fell in love with previous dresser but this one really had it's issues. And again, you saved it. From what you started with, trudged through, the finish is amazing! As always, love your posts. Thank you for sharing!💞

  • @norawotton5440
    @norawotton5440 Před 8 měsíci +3

    You worked hard on this one! It suits my house better than the first one, but I prefer the first one.

    • @FurnitureFablesbyAndy
      @FurnitureFablesbyAndy  Před 8 měsíci

      Thanks so much!! Yes, I get that - hard to beat a fresh white-and-wood dresser. 😊♥️🙏

  • @521Maxx
    @521Maxx Před 8 měsíci +7

    Is mold a thing on wood? My first thought was that the black was mold, especially the way it seemed to "grow" into the tiny pores of the wood top. Whatever it is, the final result is quietly stunning. I much prefer these new pulls on this "sister" versus the other sister's that just seem too shiny for my taste. Love Love Love this show and I look forward to each new episode! 🕸🕸🕸

    • @FurnitureFablesbyAndy
      @FurnitureFablesbyAndy  Před 8 měsíci +3

      Hooray, many thanks!! Yes, I too wondered about mold...such a mystery, this one!

  • @stefaniedee2969
    @stefaniedee2969 Před 8 měsíci +4

    Beautiful dresser! I can't choose between the two dressers, both are so special in their own way! Your thoughtfulness in choosing what to do and how to tackle challenges always makes me smile since I see other "flippers" just painting willy nilly without trying other techniques.

    • @FurnitureFablesbyAndy
      @FurnitureFablesbyAndy  Před 8 měsíci

      Wow, thanks so much, Stefanie! Truly appreciate that, and so glad you liked both of their outcomes! 😊💗🙏

  • @dansetzer1454
    @dansetzer1454 Před 8 měsíci +2

    Excellent! I'll be picking up a friend from the hospital today. Knee Replacement. I told her that after watching all your videos I felt qualified to do the necessary repairs. She declined. Oh well, I have plenty more old friends with old knees.

    • @FurnitureFablesbyAndy
      @FurnitureFablesbyAndy  Před 8 měsíci

      Lol, thanks so much! My first-ever knee-repair-inspiration story - I'm honored!! (But think your friend is wise, lol) 😂🙏💗

  • @catherinebiermann7940
    @catherinebiermann7940 Před 8 měsíci +3

    Agree the hardest part it leaving it to dry. I came back after 24 hours to check on a piece in the summer…and just lightly touched it to make sure it was dry. Instantly there was a perfect impression of my fingerprint. Once mostly dry this is not a finish that is easy to touch up. I eventually put more glaze on to rewet it it and removed the entire finish and did it again and left it 48 hours this time. Of course I couldn’t get it as nice the 2nd time, for some reason, as it was the first. Next time I’ll only do this finish in the winter when it’s not humid.

  • @aj3428
    @aj3428 Před 7 měsíci +2

    I have this exact dresser, purchased from a Craigslist ad for $60. You've inspired me to take it apart and thoroughly clean it out as the inside STINKS. I think I just don't have the energy to strip it down like you do. So, I'm going to jump ahead and go straight to a scuff sand and PAINT. Love your vids!

  • @johnakline
    @johnakline Před 8 měsíci +3

    Wow this piece was a total mess when it came home. As usual I thought “no way this will ever amount to anything.” But also as usual, Andy, you worked your magic and created a thing of beauty. Well, magic and a ridiculous amount of hard work. I love it. I’m so amazed at what you can do. Not to mention the real star of the the channel: the storytelling. Which is brilliant.

    • @FurnitureFablesbyAndy
      @FurnitureFablesbyAndy  Před 8 měsíci +1

      😌 Thank you, Honey. Your support (and you spider wrangling) mean the world to me! 💗

  • @kristenhasleftthebuilding1380
    @kristenhasleftthebuilding1380 Před 8 měsíci +3

    She's a true beauty ❤

  • @diannamacdonald3716
    @diannamacdonald3716 Před 8 měsíci +3

    Aww! She’s so pretty!

  • @dorishodge4451
    @dorishodge4451 Před 8 měsíci +3

    I love it! Generally, I prefer the wood refinished rather than painted, but I don't think you had a choice with this one. And it looks beautiful!!!

  • @martihurford
    @martihurford Před 8 měsíci +3

    She’s perfection and would fit into a multitude of homes/rooms. ✨🩵✨

  • @DigsRetro
    @DigsRetro Před 8 měsíci +3

    I so wanted to put chlorine bleach on all that black stuff, it looked like black mold.
    It came out great and the concealer idea was brilliant!

  • @meridethhendry5733
    @meridethhendry5733 Před 2 měsíci +1

    You, my dear, are an absolute miracle worker. It’s such a classically beautiful dresser. WoW!! By the way I love it that you rescue spiders. I rescue them too.

  • @shannonclapperton9492
    @shannonclapperton9492 Před 8 měsíci +2

    I bought a dresser like this in 1980. It had a very dark finish that looked like it was to resemble black walnut, perhaps. The bit of old finish on the inside was what it looked like. It all stripped off to a beautiful oak without difficulty. I thinks someone did something awful to yours and it made me feel bad that you had to work so hard to end up with such a lovely dresser. Kudos!

  • @kimhaas7586
    @kimhaas7586 Před 8 měsíci +2

    lol! I didn’t see how you were going to pull this one off. So much better. It looks white and gold.

  • @JacintaCarey
    @JacintaCarey Před 8 měsíci +3

    Another masterpiece, I love it, you concealed her little imperfections well and highlighted her beauty wonderfully ❤.
    I think I’ve a bit of both dresser’s in me, surly we all have 2 sides to our personality. Jx

    • @FurnitureFablesbyAndy
      @FurnitureFablesbyAndy  Před 8 měsíci +2

      Wow - I absolutely love how you put that...couldn't have said it better myself. (And I'm definitely with you.) Thank you so much, Jacinta!

  • @pamsheets632
    @pamsheets632 Před 8 měsíci +4

    Even though you faced many obstacles with this one! You created a stunning finished gorgeous dresser! Your talent is by far amazing! Love this piece! 😊❤

  • @brendatomlinson
    @brendatomlinson Před 8 měsíci +3

    I’m early, one hour after posting! 🙌🏻
    She’s a beauty, I love white! It’s my go-to classic.

  • @klk12399
    @klk12399 Před 8 měsíci +3

    Both dressers are stunning!

  • @sheilafae
    @sheilafae Před 8 měsíci +2

    Your level of attention to detail is amazing. I would not hesitate to buy any of your pieces because I would know it had been done right.

  • @colleenmccarthy-evans3149
    @colleenmccarthy-evans3149 Před 8 měsíci +2

    Wow you saved that disaster...the top is amazing.

  • @lindaroberts8612
    @lindaroberts8612 Před 8 měsíci +2

    Stunning Andy. Thank goodness we persist with these broken down old pieces because despite what many people think they can be beautiful again 🧡🧡🧡

    • @FurnitureFablesbyAndy
      @FurnitureFablesbyAndy  Před 8 měsíci

      Lovely - couldn't have said it better myself. Thanks so much, Linda! 😊🧡

  • @aninasalerno-aita2341
    @aninasalerno-aita2341 Před 8 měsíci +2

    I think the second one is a miraculous save. Just the condition of the drawers would have made most people run away. I think the pulls you selected were perfect with the white color. And the top with the glaze was a wonderful solution !

  • @TamarLitvot
    @TamarLitvot Před 8 měsíci +2

    You tried so hard to restore that wood -- did everything you could! I think your final choice made total sense. And the finished dresser is beautiful -- though I do like its predecessor more (that gorgeous wood you restored). I'm wondering if the black was originally used to create a faux tiger oak or some other wood that was popular at the time.
    Years ago, I bought a used small midcentury chest of drawers (maple I think) for about $20 and the drawer fronts were black. I wanted it to match my husband's chest of drawers that had the exact same shape but was all natural wood finish so we sent it to a professional furniture restorer. Like you, he could not remove the black -- ended up putting veneers on the drawer fronts. They've held up just fine and the 2 dressers match quite well. I guess that black paint just soaks in and is impossible to get rid of.

    • @FurnitureFablesbyAndy
      @FurnitureFablesbyAndy  Před 8 měsíci +2

      Thanks so much!! Wow - great story, thank you for sharing that! Yes, I wonder if someone used steel wool and vinegar - sometimes people do that to "ebonize" the wood. Adding new veneers is fantastic...maybe I will work up to that! 😊🙏🧡

  • @patientorlando1306
    @patientorlando1306 Před 6 měsíci +2

    You gave it your all Andy to try to save the top - you pulled out all the stops but in the end, I agree with your choice of finish....when life gives you lemons, right?! Plus - your "look-off" with Drea was hilarious...a hit of more episodes of "As the Paint Dries" perhaps??
    Congrats on your sponsorship too, a sign of more good things to come. Thank you for a really enjoyable and educational video!

    • @FurnitureFablesbyAndy
      @FurnitureFablesbyAndy  Před 6 měsíci +1

      Thanks so much , and many thanks for the sponsership acknowledgment! New to me, but hopefully can help me to keep on creating Fables. 😊

  • @MARYBOORMAN
    @MARYBOORMAN Před 8 měsíci +3

    HiAndy! Fantastic result- SHE looks lovely! A real credit to you! Andy can do anything!!!! ThESE AE BOTH SUPERB! :-)

  • @karenharris2880
    @karenharris2880 Před 8 měsíci +2

    I liked this very much! Part of me thought "just let that original finish stand as is" but I get it, when you're just not feeling it, you just aren't. It almost looked like it had been charred in spots. It was very fresh and clean after your makeover. A classic white is so graceful and universally appealing. Another great job Andy! Oh and we are also a catch and release family. In fact we just had one this very evening! :D Thanks for another great makeover!

    • @FurnitureFablesbyAndy
      @FurnitureFablesbyAndy  Před 8 měsíci +1

      Thank you so much! Lol - I love that - "catch and release" - congrats on your very recent release, and thanks again!

  • @tallem6233
    @tallem6233 Před 8 měsíci +3

    They are both wonderful. You work miracles every time. I would choose this neutral. But only because that’s what would fit into my decor. I greatly enjoy watching your fables.

  • @cariba6555
    @cariba6555 Před 8 měsíci +2

    Wow, wow, wow!! I cannot believe the difference, yet, how can I not. You have a special talent for this. Your decisions are flawless and your honesty in sharing your process is so helpful. I just cannot imagine how much work each piece is. Thank you so much for sharing and bringing us along for the journey. Your flair for role playing and comedy is so engaging and entertaining.

  • @LumunGames
    @LumunGames Před 8 měsíci +2

    Really beautiful work, Andy. You tried soooo hard to save that wood for a natural finish but in the end, the choices you made have certainly made the most of what you had to work with.
    I enjoy your channel so much. I always look forward to watching your new uploads when they come out - I make a nice latte, turn off my notifications and relax with some fun content. You deserve so much more praise and attention, I wish you much success.

    • @FurnitureFablesbyAndy
      @FurnitureFablesbyAndy  Před 8 měsíci +1

      Wow, thank you very much! It means so much to hear this - for sure, the Fables are a labor (and a half!) of love, and so it's so fantastic to know you are enjoying them. Many many thanks. 😊💗🙏

    • @LumunGames
      @LumunGames Před 8 měsíci

      @@FurnitureFablesbyAndy you are loved and appreciated, more than you know 🤗

  • @annmurphy883
    @annmurphy883 Před 8 měsíci +3

    So beautiful Andy!

  • @marynapier2007
    @marynapier2007 Před 8 měsíci +3

    She is beautiful! Awesome job.

  • @natalieelisabeth5767
    @natalieelisabeth5767 Před 8 měsíci +2

    I’m not sure what it says about me but, I love them both! Beautiful work! And girl, your intros are epic😂🔥

    • @FurnitureFablesbyAndy
      @FurnitureFablesbyAndy  Před 7 měsíci +1

      I think it says you are awesome! And many thanks - that is so great to hear! 😊💗

  • @lisagaither3140
    @lisagaither3140 Před 8 měsíci +2

    Rich, dark and moody. Thank you, Andy. Have a great week.

  • @sharonshields1482
    @sharonshields1482 Před 8 měsíci +2

    I loved them both, but my favorite is the second. Yes, most likely because of its problems and your creative solutions. Thank you for sharing your work.

    • @FurnitureFablesbyAndy
      @FurnitureFablesbyAndy  Před 8 měsíci

      You are so welcome, and thank you so much - such great feedback!! 😊💗

  • @deborahmatatall
    @deborahmatatall Před 8 měsíci +2

    That’s a charmer, Andy! Your antiquing woodgrain top is wonderful and I love the way you used it on the front between the drawers. The paper in the drawers looks like it was made for this dresser. It’s a perfect dresser for a guest room or furnishing a lovely old bed and breakfast.🌸

    • @FurnitureFablesbyAndy
      @FurnitureFablesbyAndy  Před 8 měsíci

      Hooray, great to hear! I'm so glad you liked that antiquing glaze technique, and the paper too - thanks so much!! 😊🧡

  • @debraneria4242
    @debraneria4242 Před 8 měsíci +3

    I always love seeing mother dear...
    🤔 Hmm wonder what she'd look like with platinum blonde 😂❣️ ..anywho absolutely love how this dresser turned out and you nailed the wood grain finish... especially after so much work ..my thoughts on the dark wood patches. On one of the drawer closeups you showed. Looked to have a burl wood grain (which Burl wood grain is a prior disease of the wood as it was growing)...and also the Top seemed to have planks of sorts. .Maybeee. just maybe whoever built this dresser used a tree that had too much diseased discoloration as to Save and Use as much as they could to make this dresser and not waste the Wood...anywho you definitely made a beautiful transformation my talented friend 🥰❣️

    • @FurnitureFablesbyAndy
      @FurnitureFablesbyAndy  Před 8 měsíci +2

      Wow, thank you for that insight!! That was something I had sort of considered, but you really articulated that well. So glad you enjoyed this one, and my "friend" will be thrilled to know someone is in favor of the platinum blond! 😂🙏♥️

    • @debraneria4242
      @debraneria4242 Před 8 měsíci +1

      @@FurnitureFablesbyAndy 😂😂😂❣️I'm always on Mother's Side in whatever Mood she's In...Feisty or EXTRA (my Fave) or Just getting on your last nerve she's always a good belly Laugh 😂❣️❣️

  • @shirleypedersen7406
    @shirleypedersen7406 Před 8 měsíci +2

    Oh my goodness Andy. You did a marvellous job. It looks SMASHING. Well done girl🤗

  • @jillgaddis3889
    @jillgaddis3889 Před 8 měsíci +2

    You usually have me guessing what she will do???, but this time I couldn't even try to guess. What a mess you were handed and yet you put it all together! WOW!! Love both dressers for different reasons and for different locations. I thought the white one would look good in a country kitchen, even with its new pulls. Dressers can be used in so many places, dining rooms, libraries, kitchens and bedrooms too. Keep up the creating,

    • @FurnitureFablesbyAndy
      @FurnitureFablesbyAndy  Před 8 měsíci

      Thank you so much!! And I agree - the one could be wonderful in so many places. Thanks again!

  • @candacewalsh8726
    @candacewalsh8726 Před 8 měsíci +2

    “Dahling!” You are one tenacious Fabler! Watching you go at that top … you gave it the good ole college try at the PhD level!! Alas you made the right decision and I benefited so much from your journey (death march?)
    She looks just beautiful - the top is genius LOVE THE CASEMENT💕
    Couldn’t possibly decide between the two
    Thanks as always ❣️ ( what did u think of the soy stripper?)

    • @FurnitureFablesbyAndy
      @FurnitureFablesbyAndy  Před 8 měsíci

      Lol, thanks so much!! Great to hear it. I'd love to give the soy stripper another try - I feel like it did fine with this project, but would like to see how it does with paint. 😊🧡

  • @fleurjardin1012
    @fleurjardin1012 Před 8 měsíci +2

    It looks so elegant! Your problem solving paint treatment for the top looks so good!

  • @gonzochick360
    @gonzochick360 Před 8 měsíci +4

    Second and third life. She is beautiful😮

  • @steveroberts
    @steveroberts Před 8 měsíci +3

    Really nice Andy

  • @patriciavavra7375
    @patriciavavra7375 Před 8 měsíci +2

    Beautiful!

  • @barbiec4312
    @barbiec4312 Před 8 měsíci +2

    Spectacular! Both look stunning. Thank you for taking us along for the ride. ❤

  • @audreybaxter6789
    @audreybaxter6789 Před 8 měsíci +3

    Congrats on saving this piece ❤

  • @stephanietaylor8003
    @stephanietaylor8003 Před 8 měsíci +2

    Truely lovely 😍

  • @sophiachristo7546
    @sophiachristo7546 Před 8 měsíci +1

    You did an AMAZING JOB! This dresser was the "frog " and you transformed it into a PRINCESS! The top treatment was an excellent idea! The result is GORGEOUS! Thanks so much for sharing

  • @joycohen938
    @joycohen938 Před 3 měsíci +2

    I love this opening skit!❤ the ‘looks’ were fantastic dah-king!❤

  • @LindaBeals-yc4pm
    @LindaBeals-yc4pm Před 8 měsíci +2

    Lol…you r the best comedian ever. I love your stories. Also love your furniture flips.

  • @lisettewurster3648
    @lisettewurster3648 Před 8 měsíci +3

    Holy cow Andi! This is absolutely incredible. ❤️❤️

  • @WatersandWilderness
    @WatersandWilderness Před 8 měsíci +2

    Wow, what a difference. So much better. Hard work but well worth the result. You're amazing.

  • @EatingAnElephant
    @EatingAnElephant Před 8 měsíci +2

    This one turned out beautiful. I am never ready for the reveal. It's always like a surprise ending. LOL
    I know you don't think you "saved" that top. But you did! You saved the whole thing from the dump. You are such an artist! I love the way you cared for that piece when most would have used it for scrap. I wonder if it was burned? It looked like the wood was burned. I had a small table with a round spot on it like that, i tried everything, just like you did, to no avail and ended up leaving it and just staining it with the ring. It has character. ;-) I think the only way to have done anything with the top would have been to remove the wood and turn it over. But gosh, what a job that would have been.
    Well done, again!

    • @FurnitureFablesbyAndy
      @FurnitureFablesbyAndy  Před 8 měsíci +2

      Wow, so great to hear - thank you so much!! You're not the first person to wonder if that wood was burned in some way...anything is possible! 😅🧡🙏

  • @mariacaninabecerragallodel5275
    @mariacaninabecerragallodel5275 Před 8 měsíci +2

    Beautiful! 😍

  • @dannakinnaman7115
    @dannakinnaman7115 Před 8 měsíci +2

    Well, you've done it again! Your videos are so entertaining, informative, inspiring and funny! I can't choose between the two dressers; they're both beautiful, especially considering what you started out with.

  • @missthready
    @missthready Před 8 měsíci +2

    I love your video’s. I learn so much!!! The dresser is beautiful!!!!’

  • @jennyhanks6740
    @jennyhanks6740 Před 8 měsíci +3

    I always look so forward to your videos, they are so fun! This was such a good, instructional video and the end result was very elegant! I love the hardware you choose and I agree, that black streaking looked terrible so paint was a good choice. ❤❤❤❤❤

    • @FurnitureFablesbyAndy
      @FurnitureFablesbyAndy  Před 8 měsíci +1

      Hooray!! So great to hear you concur, and so happy you are enjoying the fables! Many thanks, Jenny. 😊💗🙏

  • @doddnejadfard3251
    @doddnejadfard3251 Před 8 měsíci +3

    She’s beautiful,,looks 50 years younger!

  • @annascavezze616
    @annascavezze616 Před 8 měsíci +2

    It may have been woodgrain painted at one time. Have you tried straight ammonia? Stinky needs to be done outside but it will remove old varnish. I once stripped an entire staircase of old crackled alligator varnish with a toothbrush and ammonia and water. Worked like a charm. Try it sometime.

  • @dawnliphard9591
    @dawnliphard9591 Před 8 měsíci +2

    It turned out very nicely, however I am all about the dark and moodiness of that first one. I am one of those that if I lived alone it would be Dark Academia top to bottom lol😊😂

  • @deannamichellekelly
    @deannamichellekelly Před 8 měsíci +1

    I am dying laughing. I have had that exact same dresser. This was before my fix snd paint days. I loved the lines on it. The dark Lacquer type stain/sealer on it was thick and crackled in some places, the drawers busted. I gave up in it. I wish I’d had your inspiration then. You are the best!

  • @suehyde1992
    @suehyde1992 Před 8 měsíci +2

    Stunning! You are truly such a talented craftsperson and artist, wow!

  • @eaccristo
    @eaccristo Před 8 měsíci +1

    I grinned ear to ear when I saw that white beauty. Gorgeous. ❤

  • @MARIAGRANADA1978
    @MARIAGRANADA1978 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Creativity, talent, elegance, knowledge, technique and art... And all of them in the same person: My dear Andy ❤❤❤

  • @runnermom315
    @runnermom315 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Andy!!! Ok, first off, is there an Oscars for CZcams? I have nominations for you in EVERY catagory! Music, best actor in leading (and supporting)role, cinematography, director, editing...... Anyway, I just love your channel! Also, if I lived nearby i'd scoop up that sweet dresser! It's worth $825 so $500-600 is a steal. She's stunning!

    • @FurnitureFablesbyAndy
      @FurnitureFablesbyAndy  Před 8 měsíci

      WOW, thank you SO MUCH! Ok, I'm writing my acceptance speech....lol. Seriously, it means so much to hear this, I truly appreciate it, and great feedback on the pricing! 😊🧡😊🧡😊🧡😊

  • @laurakitchen3536
    @laurakitchen3536 Před 8 měsíci +2

    Love them both! Well done! (And a well done to your husband …aka the spider wrangler) 🕷️

  • @tracylamb903
    @tracylamb903 Před 8 měsíci +2

    Excellent job. So lovely. ❤

  • @ritameza2961
    @ritameza2961 Před 8 měsíci +6

    What a great job love it ❤

  • @CBLispi
    @CBLispi Před 8 měsíci +1

    Hi Andy, I like them both. Sorry you had to paint so much of the second but that was what it needed. Keep it up. Thanks, Cheryl

  • @kimchamberlain1108
    @kimchamberlain1108 Před 8 měsíci +2

    Beautiful 🤎 😍

  • @livingcreatively1
    @livingcreatively1 Před 8 měsíci +1

    I liked the top before you added the paint stripper but I would have gone on as well to see if I could fix it. What you did was genius. The whole piece looks amazing. Well done Andy.

  • @leonalisa9163
    @leonalisa9163 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Andy & Drea= Furniture "Fight Club"
    What a stunning save! Fantastic job as always.

  • @christinevant8173
    @christinevant8173 Před 8 měsíci +3

    Well done ❤ once again you created a beauty from a some what Ugly lol loved it x

  • @laurenceandre7460
    @laurenceandre7460 Před 8 měsíci +3

    Bravo !!! Very well done ! I loved both dressers. And I also really loved the colored rug in the end shots ! If you have the time, I would love to know where it's from. Always enjoying your storytelling talent, Andy !

    • @FurnitureFablesbyAndy
      @FurnitureFablesbyAndy  Před 8 měsíci

      Thank you so much, wonderful to hear! Yes, isn't that a pretty one? I'm loving it, and it's washable, AND it's on sale! Here's a link: amzn.to/408rfvO

    • @laurenceandre7460
      @laurenceandre7460 Před 8 měsíci

      Thank you so much !

  • @dsmith5844
    @dsmith5844 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Gosh, I just love your videos and vision for each piece. I learn something new each time that I can use with my own makeovers. Thank you 😊

  • @kimnutini5289
    @kimnutini5289 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Andy….That was quite a challenge that turned out beautiful.
    I love Fusion Casement (I used it to redo my kitchen cabinets) I love the technique used on the top, it turned out beautifully. 💕

    • @FurnitureFablesbyAndy
      @FurnitureFablesbyAndy  Před 8 měsíci

      Yay! Oh wow - that is so fantastic you used it for your kitchen! Thanks so much, so glad you like this one, Kim! 😊🧡🙏

  • @ginacrusco234
    @ginacrusco234 Před 8 měsíci +2

    Second comment (sorry t be a hog): Nobody does it like you do. Your videos are mood enhancers AND content-rich. The way you solved the dressertop problem was sheer genius.

  • @MmeO
    @MmeO Před 8 měsíci +1

    So much work but it's beautiful. Love how you saved the spider and I dont particularly like spiders!

    • @FurnitureFablesbyAndy
      @FurnitureFablesbyAndy  Před 8 měsíci

      Thank you so much! Yes - that spider is lucky that John happened by...😂🕷️

  • @mj0484la
    @mj0484la Před 8 měsíci +1

    That was a labor of love...! Beautiful! You gave me idea of my antique furniture from grandparents... I did similar color but I love the gold in between.
    Beautiful!

  • @jeanettepaynter1183
    @jeanettepaynter1183 Před 8 měsíci +1

    What a beautiful piece. You always overcome whatever roadblocks you encounter with these pieces. Another hit!

  • @larrynelson3329
    @larrynelson3329 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Turned out beautiful, but I knew it would under your work and ideals. That dresser started its life grain painted and somewhere down the line it was stripped by someone thinking it was real tiger oak. They then stained it very dark hoping to blend it, but once that original finish was removed, sadly it could not be fixed, unless completely painted and re-grained painted to look like oak again. Ive learned this the hard way in my work.

  • @jcmhanel1
    @jcmhanel1 Před 2 měsíci

    I am watching this episode again. It dawned on me that I have a dresser, just a little bit larger, has a mirror, but very similar,
    It came from my mother-in-law’s as she was moving from her home. It is refinished wood and very boring.
    The outcome of this dresser is gorgeous and gives me some ideas!

  • @kimmie-kat
    @kimmie-kat Před 8 měsíci +2

    Spiders…. Nope! 😬 Beautiful restore!