FAVORITE PRODUCTS
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Paint
avoid running into bleed-through or adhesion issues by using oil-based primer
durable, self-leveling paint - be sure to get the “urethane trim enamel”
water-based topcoat to apply after paint
HomeRight paint sprayer - affordable, easy to use, and provides a flawless finish
Wagner FLEXiO 5000 paint sprayer - an investment sprayer, but worth every penny
not necessary, but this spray shelter will protect your workspace from overspray
strain your paint to avoid small clumps and debris from clogging your paint sprayer
only needed if you choose to apply your paint with a brush and roller
only needed if you choose to apply your paint with a brush and roller
only needed if you choose to apply your paint with a brush and roller
Floetrol - add this to your paint to eliminate brush or roller marks - not needed if you're spraying your paint
Stain
my favorite oil-based stain
very beginner-friendly topcoat - for added durability, be sure to apply 4-5 coats
use this spray polyurethane to protect wood finishes
water-based topcoat - give oil-based stain at least 72 hours of dry time before applying this on top
Repair + Prep
this budget-friendly orbital sander works great
use these sanding discs on their own or with an orbital sander
use this wood filler to fill scratches, dents, and dings
Bondo glazing and spot putty is used to fill wood grain and very small, minor damage
use this wood filler for major damage and to repair missing corners
use these putty knives to scrape old finish/stripper and to apply wood filler
wood glue - only needed if you have repairs that need to be glued
PPE
3M respirator mask - your health should always be your #1 priority when refinishing furniture
attach these filters to your 3M respirator when sanding or using paints and stains
be sure to wear gloves when touching any painting products or chemicals
protect your eyes when sanding or working with chemicals
Drawer Liners and Hardware
antique brass knobs
modern rectangular pulls - comes in multiple colors - this photo shows "champagne bronze"
antique brass knobs with fluted sides
champagne gold knobs
these adjustable pulls keep you from having to drill new hardware holes
apothecary style pulls
blue floral drawer liner
black floral drawer liner
neutral floral drawer liner
black + white floral drawer liner
black and gold floral drawer liner
butterfly + floral drawer liner
Ready to Upgrade
use Brasso to polish metal hardware
use a carbide scraper to remove finish before stripping or sanding
use these tri-dollies to easily move your furniture pieces around your workspace
use Krud Kutter to clean and degrease your pieces before refinishing
use this lead test kit on vintage and antique pieces
use this mouse sander to get into tight corners and hard-to-reach surfaces
mouse sander pads in a variety of grits
this paint stripper is less toxic than most, yet works very well
use acetone to strip old finish without the mess of stripping gel
this masking film dispenser speeds up the process of taping off drawers
use these Mohawk Blendal sticks to color-match repaired veneer and damaged wood
use this kit to apply peel and stick wallpaper to the inside of drawers
attach these legs to basic dressers to add more character
attach these foam pads to your orbital sander when sanding curves and edges
use this Mohawk wood epoxy when repairing damaged veneer or wood