What is better than a gorgeous dresser makeover? A dresser makeover in a sunny yellow tone! My client salvaged this dresser and will be using it in her foyer. She wanted a pop of color to break up an otherwise neutral palette. I love the color she selected–it is a gorgeous, buttery yellow. This dresser… Continue reading Sunny Little Dresser Makeover
I love the shape of this dresser with its stacked design, but it looked dated as a result of the drawer pulls and the scrollwork at the base. The dresser had some minor scratches and damage, so I started with repairs. I filled the damaged areas, removed the drawer pulls and recut the scrollwork on… Continue reading Stacked Dresser Goes Coastal
I love a good dresser makeover. They are such blank canvases that can go in almost any direction. This dresser is simple and very well made, but had some features that dated it. The first thing I needed to address was the scrolls on the bottom. I was looking for a clean, modern look,… Continue reading Modern Makeover of a Dated Dresser
The petite stature of this dresser is what drew me in immediately. At 28.5 x 25.5 x 16, my first thought was how perfect it would be for an entryway! Plenty of storage for mail, leashes, bags, and keys. The problem was in the aesthetics. It was drab, damaged, and dated. I decided that coastal-inspired… Continue reading Drab Dresser turns Coastal Cool
I have a thing for old dressers. I love their lines, curves, and style. I love their quality–even if they are in need of repair. I simply could not pass on this dresser. The curved top drawer, the detail in the shape and that cool (and somewhat odd) vacuum cleaner stamp on the back of… Continue reading Dresser Makeover
As is common with older furniture, this dresser is very well made. The only repairs that were necessary were cosmetic from years of use. I started by filling in deep scratches and giving it a good sanding. Since I knew I wanted to paint the dresser white, I sealed the entire piece to keep… Continue reading Floral Accent Dresser
What is better than a gorgeous dresser makeover? A dresser makeover in a sunny yellow tone! My client salvaged this dresser and will be using it in her foyer. She wanted a pop of color to break up an otherwise neutral palette. I love the color she selected--it is a gorgeous, buttery yellow. This dresser… Continue reading A Sunny Little Dresser Makeover
I was contacted recently by a client to paint this dresser to give it a fresh, clean new look. It was in great condition except for a "chunk" broken off of the corner of one of the drawers. There was a little damage to the top, but nothing that a bit of sanding wouldn't smooth… Continue reading White Paint Creates a Crisp Finish for a No-Cost Treasure
I LOVE a good restoration challenge. When my client originally contacted me, she was interested in having the tops of her bedroom set (two dressers and a nightstand) refinished. She had originally purchased this Heywood-Wakefield set from her grandfather's furniture store, so they hold sentimental value. They had significant wear, but not uncommon for pieces… Continue reading Mid-Century Modern Refresh
I was looking through some old pictures recently and came across this makeover from a few years back. I thought it was a good representation of possibilities. I still love the soft neutrals and how the hardware POPS! The dresser was in pretty rough shape when I bought it. There were a lot of scratches (and… Continue reading Damaged Dresser Gets a Classy Makeover
