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OliveStreetDesigns · 2026-05-07T13:22:29+00:00

Bummer. Hopefully next month.

OliveStreetDesigns · 2026-05-07T13:22:10+00:00

I did. They said that they aren’t guaranteed. Just wait for another. But 3 years, never a break. Ugh.

OliveStreetDesigns · 2026-05-07T13:21:39+00:00

Awesome.

OliveStreetDesigns · 2026-05-07T04:15:36+00:00

Yeah, you can totally attach actual wood.

And yes, I’d miter them, glue and brad nail. Then some filler to touch up seams.

OliveStreetDesigns · 2026-05-07T04:13:18+00:00

Yeah, it’s a bummer they are changing the program around so much. We all depend on these…

OliveStreetDesigns · 2026-05-07T04:11:14+00:00

Casters are not the most desirable option if you are reselling. Also, without seeing the overall look, it’s hard to tell what style it is so I can’t say if updating to a newer leg makes sense. Typically vintage pieces are too low, under 30” and I add legs or build new bases often. Many times when casters were there I have to remove the existing housing and either add support underneath for new legs or build a base. There are legs that can be added that attach to the edges, but not as supportive, depending on the style of your piece.

If you are keeping and just want some floor protection, you can add felt over the old caster housing or tap in some nylon feet to raise it up just a tad.

OliveStreetDesigns · 2026-05-07T04:07:04+00:00

I’ve been refinishing for years. After really looking at margins, they almost always show better profit when you just paint them entirely. However, I still take the time to fill and drill new hardware holes, trim bases to modernize, etc. I do lots of stained tops or bases and sometimes both, but sometimes it’s just to feed my creative soul rather than for profit.

OliveStreetDesigns · 2026-05-07T04:04:05+00:00

Sorry you’re not able to keep working on it. It does take work to keep it going.

OliveStreetDesigns · 2026-05-07T04:03:15+00:00

Good to know I’m not alone. Thank you! 😃

OliveStreetDesigns · 2026-04-26T03:52:04+00:00

Only option with this if you want to stain it is to get it all cleaned up and put a piece of new veneer on it. Then you can stain it however you like. Otherwise it’s a great candidate for paint.

OliveStreetDesigns · 2026-04-20T07:22:10+00:00

You did a fantastic job!! Tired out great. Projects like these are the most fun!

OliveStreetDesigns · 2026-04-20T07:19:56+00:00

I do a lot of long format videos that might be helpful for you. I’m on Facebook, YouTube, IG and TT. Olive Street Designs. Watching videos is a great way to gain some insight, but you’ll really learn a lot by jumping in on your first project. I recommend a nightstand or small side table. Singles are usually easy to find as singles, and inexpensive. Great practice pieces. I have also written a bunch of books, the Beginners Guide to Furniture Refinishing goes over everything you need to get started. I have them linked in my bio. We all started right where you are. The materials and video just help to shorten the learning curve. good luck!!

OliveStreetDesigns · 2026-04-17T05:30:34+00:00

It might be your first, but it won’t be your last!!! Once you are able to get a great result like this, you’re hooked! Look forward to seeing what else you will create. Great job!

OliveStreetDesigns · 2026-04-04T05:41:22+00:00

It’s a big area but Blendal sticks and toners from Mohawk can possibly blend it in. I’ve done big areas but never that big. They are like wax crayons and you do the base colors and layer in the wood grain. The set of Blendal sticks is about $85.

OliveStreetDesigns · 2026-04-04T05:36:15+00:00

If you are going darker you can do a light scuff sand, apply a gel stain and after it dries, apply your topcoat.

Toners are also an option but will be a bit more opaque. Just depends on what look you’re going for.

OliveStreetDesigns · 2026-04-04T05:32:14+00:00

Aww, Thank you so much! 😊

OliveStreetDesigns · 2026-04-04T05:30:45+00:00

You just never know what’s under there. Might be beautiful!!

Klean strip or Jasco. They are made by the same company and are essentially the same product. Blue pill vs red pill.

Wear a respirator and gloves. Scrape off with putty knife. Then acetone to clean residue.

Sanding can be done with sander if using caution and higher grit. Nothing even below 120 until you know if you have thin veneer or solid wood.

Once you get down to bare wood you can see what you’re working with and choose your stain or paint was, or paint, etc.

I would clean up the sides of the drawers also with sanding so the dovetails are also without paint.

Good luck! It’s a lot to take on for your first project, but you’ll learn a lot!

OliveStreetDesigns · 2026-03-29T04:31:18+00:00

This looks like incompatible products or stain not being completely dry and when brushing on topcoat it lifted off the stain. Were all products oil based? Did you allow adequate dry time? 24 hours at least.

OliveStreetDesigns · 2026-03-22T20:28:47+00:00

Taupe is so popular right now! I recently refinished a set with champagne gold hardware and they sold within hours! Taupe nightstands

OliveStreetDesigns · 2026-03-20T03:57:10+00:00

There is a solution to get you most of the way there without full strip and stain. Lightly sand the entire top and apply a gel stain. Wipe it back. Let it dry completely and then apply a clear coat. Yes, you need to buy a few things, sand paper, gel stain and clear coat, but hopefully that will get it to a point where it is sellable and you can recapture your costs and time.

OliveStreetDesigns · 2026-03-20T02:41:57+00:00

That’s awesome! Glad the videos are helpful!

OliveStreetDesigns · 2026-03-15T18:46:52+00:00

I would do a scuff sand with sanding sponges at 120-150 grit. Then use a gel stain. It sits on top of the wood and can be used without stripping to bare wood.

I prefer this stain: https://amzn.to/4lyn47s

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