Furniture Refinishing Showroom

Our Furniture Refinishing Showroom

Design and DIY have been part of my story since my teenage years. For a deeper look into how it all began and how it’s evolved into what it is today, feel free to explore the Our Journey section. Below is a curated collection of past projects and custom commissions that have shaped, defined, and refined my craft over the years.

Our Journey

Current Custom Availability

2021

Andrea
[SOLD]
63 w · 18 d · 36 h

The one that started it all. This Brick mass-produced “Brook style” dresser got a serious makeover. Its original white finish was chipped, sections were plastered with princess stickers, and the bottom left drawer was barely hanging on with tape. The previous owner had even left it outside with a “FREE” sign flapping in the wind. The first step was a thorough cleaning, followed by sanding the worn finish until it was completely smooth. Repairs came next: all the drawer components were reglued, and a custom Red Oak base—stained in Walnut and inspired by DIY Wife—replaced the cracked bun feet, giving the dresser a lifted, refreshed look. The transformation was completed with a coat of Behr Loftlight [MQ3-09] and modern Gold Square knobs from Home Depot, giving this once-forlorn dresser a fresh, stylish new life.

Sept·25·2021
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Countess
[SOLD]
64 w · 19 d · 31.5 h

This was my first ever custom commission, reaching out through Facebook Marketplace after seeing my Tarva Nightstands listing. Alana had a very specific design in mind to match her French provincial nightstands from a high-end boutique, including a stencil she wanted replicated. After a week of searching, we found the perfect dresser just down the block. We coordinated over Messenger, picking paint codes while I virtually matched and cut out her stencil on my Cricut (a college graduation gift). I custom painted the stencil on both sides and added a pearlescent Metallic Accents Water-Based Finish in White Pearl for the perfect topcoat. A missing handle was replaced with period-specific French provincial hardware from Home Depot, spray-painted in Behr Ultra Pure White. Delivery was a challenge—standing the dresser vertically to navigate three flights of tight stairs—but seeing it in place was worth it.

Sept·28·2021
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Raven
[SOLD]
55 w · 16 d · 31.5 h

This vintage blonde 6-drawer dresser was another “FREE” gem found on Facebook Marketplace. It needed quite a bit of veneer repair, and I scored a major win at Lowe’s in the mis-tint section—whole sample cans of Basalt Grey [6208-63] SICO and Volcanic Rocks [6208-83] SICO for just $1 each! When I listed the finished piece online, Brittany reached out immediately. She fell in love with the two-tone modern look and wanted the dresser to be the star of the room, so she chose the tiniest matte black knobs to let the design truly shine.

Oct·10·2021
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2022

Cadet
[SOLD]
15 w · 12 d · 24 h

To fund my large nightstand project, I needed to refinish and rehome these basic Walmart end tables from my early college years. The legs had taken a beating over time thanks to my fur babies climbing on them, so I repaired the damage with multiple layers of Bondo and sanded them smooth. I gave them a fresh coat of Hazelwood from Fusion Mineral Paints—though the photo’s lighting makes it look blue, the true color is a soft grey. Revived and restored, these end tables found a new home through my Facebook Marketplace listing, sold to a lovely lady for her future living room.

Feb·12·2022
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Venetian
[OWNED]
29.5 w · 15.62 d · 32.5 h

In my quest for large nightstands for our master bedroom—without paying $300 each—I may have lost my mind (according to my husband). He caught me one day from down the hall, cordless circular saw in hand, cutting our 6-drawer Tarva dresser in half. No warning—just action. Cramped in the dark corners of our closet, it wasn’t living up to its potential, and I had a vision I was determined to bring to life. I added birch plywood side panels to square up the units, re-attached the rails, and built a custom Red Oak base. I ripped ¼” birch plywood slats on the table saw and attached them to the fronts, then paint-washed everything with a 50/50 mix of water and Spanish Sand [OR-W07]. The tops got a simple white wax from Michaels, the budget-friendly solution at the time. Hardware? None—for two whole years. I finally added Antique Brass Round Knobs that wouldn’t distract from the custom front paneling.

Jan·02·2022
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Vera
[SOLD]
48 w · 12 d · 80 h

Late one night on Facebook Marketplace, dollar signs flashed across my screen: a “FREE” upper China cabinet, no damage to the glass or shelves, up for grabs. The seller just needed to clear garage space, so off we went to claim it. I briefly shared my vision and got a shrug emoji in response—clearly, not everyone sees the value in what they own. Vera, however, was destined for more. I added a new beadboard backing, crown and base moulding, and a custom Red Oak base to elevate her grandeur. New hinges, escutcheons, and antique knobs from Lee Valley made the center door functional. Painted in Behr’s 2023 Color of the Year, Cracked Pepper, she shifts from deep black to rich blue depending on the light. Sometimes in this line of work, you hesitate to let pieces go, and Vera was one of them. But her new owner was thrilled, promising to return—and validating every bit of care poured into her transformation.

Feb·13·2022
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Lauren
[SOLD]
60 w · 16 d · 32 h

This dresser marked my first major investment in my flipping refinishing era. Originally used as a boy’s nursery dresser, it came with the cutest bear drawer knobs—still waiting for their next home someday. The bottom half was painted in Behr’s Winds Breath GR-W06, a Home Depot “oops” paint with just a hint of blue that contrasted beautifully with the natural pine. I paired it with Richelieu Eglinton 6-inch Champagne Bronze hardware for the bottom six pulls, while the top three drawers received cabinet pulls to keep the seams looking seamless. The top drawers and dresser top were sealed with a clear topcoat to preserve the natural wood. Finally, I lifted the dresser a few inches off the ground following the DIY WIFE YouTube Red Oak tutorial, giving it a fresh, elevated look.

April·14·2022
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Wood Storage Shed
[FAMILY]

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May·26·2022
Adeline
[OWNED]
41 w · 18.5 d · 21 h

This vintage cedar sewing chest was a freebie on Facebook Marketplace from a sweet lady looking to downsize. My brother-in-law and I picked it up along with another piece and loaded it into his truck. The inside was well-worn from years of yarn storage, and her husband had attempted to stain the cedar long ago. After hours of sanding, I painted the exterior with a mix of Ash and Hazelwood from Fusion Mineral Paints. The top was still rough, so I gave it a 50/50 paint wash and added a decorative trim along the bottom, then finished it with a custom Red Oak base. My goal was to turn it into an end table/bench to lure our cats away from the bed. Today, it still stores extra blankets at the end of our bed—and the cats love it too.

June·24·2022
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Eloise
[SOLD]
64 w · 16 d · 32 h

This was my first time converting a 9-drawer dresser into two custom nightstands. A lady reached out on Facebook Marketplace, hoping for nightstands in the same style as my Tarva pieces. The only solution I found was a 9-drawer dresser that could be cut in half. I wasn’t totally confident it would work, but I agreed to give it a try. After lots of Bondo, custom-cut pine slats, new front panels, and a raised base, the dresser finally became two functional nightstands. She drove in from out of province to pick them up, and they barely fit in her SUV—just 1/8 inch to spare before the back hatch would crush all my hard work. Once they arrived safely, she texted to say they were perfect—and her husband loved that they looked like Star Wars stormtroopers.

July·27·2022
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Desire
[SOLD]
60 w · 17 d · 38 h

After months of back-and-forth, a lady reached out about refinishing a 9-drawer dresser for her master bedroom. She had already purchased the dresser from Facebook Marketplace and dropped it off at my place. Once I started, I discovered it was actually a 7-drawer dresser—the middle drawers were double-depth, creating the illusion of missing drawers. I suggested cutting down the drawer height to add a hidden drawer inside the middle drawers. She was hesitant at first, but I assured her she’d love the design. She chose her hardware on Amazon, but it arrived a harsh yellow—so I spray-painted everything in Behr’s Champagne Mist for a softer look. The dresser was painted in Behr’s Windsbreath, her chosen color. When she picked it up, she was beyond thrilled with the "hidden" concealed drawer element which perfectly stored her intimate clothing and trinkets.

July·09·2022
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Brittany
[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h

This was another “free dresser” find from Facebook Marketplace. I used it to experiment with the popular “dipped” furniture look, creating two slatted side bases for it to rest on. The top was painted in Behr’s Riviera Beach and the bottom in Black, using paint and hardware I already had—so the ROI was excellent. Although it sat on the market for a while, it eventually found the perfect owner. I was actually on holiday at the time, so my partner handled the packing and loading. The buyer was thrilled with the two-tone finish, having searched for a piece like this for quite some time.

Aug·12·2022
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Sage
[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h

Bri needed a dresser that was slim enough for her space, with real wood elements and visual interest. This piece had been hiding in my garage for a few months, waiting for its turn. It turned out to be a bit of a monster—stripping through layers of white, teal, green, orange, pink, and the factory finish took two full days just to reveal the natural pine body and walnut drawer fronts beneath. We also removed the old spindle legs and built a custom base with new legs, giving the dresser a fresh, modern stance. In the end, some of the wood couldn’t be fully salvaged, so we went with a custom 50/50 paint mix of Behr’s Dragonfly and Whitewater Bay, creating a finish that perfectly accented her space.

Aug·21·2022
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Adele
[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h

This was the first full custom set I sourced and designed for Kyla. She initially hoped I had something in stock, but I ended up finding a pine set on Facebook Marketplace that fit her vision. She wanted a bright, white paint finish from Behr, that paired with the natural pine. Since pine tends to yellow under finish, we applied a light paint wash top the tops to balance the tone. The set had detailed shell embellishments on the bottom of the nightstands, which required careful work to preserve while filling and smoothing other areas with Bondo. I also crafted a custom base for all three pieces to add height. Kyla chose half-round black hardware to cover previous holes and a stark contrast to the design.

Aug·21·2022
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Matilda
[SOLD]
60 w · 14 d · 32 h

Maya reached out to refinish her pre-owned teak dresser and nightstands. She decided to only start with her dresser. After debating color samples, she decided on the trendy “dipped” look, keeping some of the natural teak visible. She also wanted to update the original large circle pulls, choosing the popular rectangular champagne gold hardware. The body and bottom portion was painted in Behr’s Spanish Sand, giving a soft, creamy off-white finish, while the top and top three drawers were sealed with two gloss coats of polyurethane for a simple, elegant touch.

Aug·31·2022
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Brianna
[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h

Jennifer reached out on Facebook after seeing one of my custom nursery pieces. She wanted an gender neutral MCM-style dresser with a white body and grey drawer fronts, so we exchanged plenty of inspiration photos before landing on this smaller walnut vintage 6-drawer dresser. She also wanted some of the real wood to show through on the drawer fronts, which required some color correction and fine-tuning to get the perfect shade and tone. For a fun twist, she chose a colorful speckled pattern for the inside drawer bottoms. There were a few minor hiccups along the way—like the finish turning yellow and the unpredictable weather—which delayed the timeline a bit, but we persevered and brought the vision to life.

Nov·06·2022
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Davina
[FAMILY]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h

This particular shed was largely built by my talented mom, and I helped out at various stages of the construction. The first step was leveling the ground and laying down sand and pavers, followed by installing a pressure-treated 2x4 foundation frame. The next stage I helped with was adding the tar paper and installing the custom blue siding. After that, we moved on to the soffits and finishing the J-trim. During one of my many thrifting adventures, I came across a pair of solid wood doors. I bought them, painted them to match the siding, and hung them with barn-door hinges. We also attached tongue-and-groove cedar planks—leftovers generously donated by her neighbor from a past outdoor project. The final major task was shingling the roof before winter arrived. I took that job on partly because I'm not afraid of heights like she is, and partly because I wanted to learn the skill myself. Now the shed houses her garden tools and seasonal gear, keeping everything easy to access without taking up valuable space in the garage.

Nov·24·2021
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Edith
[SOLD]
32 w · 8 d · 12 h

I found this gorgeous red oak coffee table on Facebook Marketplace for $30. The seller was about to toss it in the dumpster because his dog had chewed part of a leg—absolutely not on my watch. I picked it up, repaired the damage, painted the base in Tricorn Black, and stripped the orange finish off the top to let the natural wood shine. After sealing it with two coats of matte poly, I listed it back on FBMP for $180—and it sold in under four hours.

Sept·07·2022
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Salem
[SOLD]
30 w · 3 d · 84 h

Karin reached out looking for a modern update to a mirror her dad had handcrafted years ago. She didn’t want to replace it just for a color change—the piece held too much sentimental value. Pressed for time and tired of putting it off, she asked me to take it on. It ended up being one of the quickest client projects I’ve done, and she told me that finally seeing it finished and hanging in her hallway brought her immense joy. The original oak finish no longer matched her aesthetic, so we went with a matte black makeover to tie seamlessly into her home.

Sept·22·2022
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Ellori
[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h

Cheryl wanted her original family oak dining set—something she’d had her entire life—updated to match her current décor and finally escape that 1900s orange oak finish. This was my first full dining set project: four chairs, a round table, and a leaf. Her vision was a bright, clean white base with a deep walnut stain on the tabletop and chair bottoms for contrast. I’ll be honest: sanding every crevice of those spindle chair backs and legs took forever—emphasis on forever. But in the end everything came out exactly the way she wanted. Everything was sealed with multiple coats of topcoat to keep the set protected and beautiful for many years to come.

Oct·14·2022
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Maeve
[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h

This solid pine dresser was left over from a set I purchased last year. The client ultimately didn’t want the long style and traded it in for a discount on their custom project, so the dresser ended up sitting in storage, collecting dust, just waiting for its moment to shine. Right before winter, I finally had time to work on it. Everything I used—the paint, the handles, even the base—was already in my stock, making this piece practically free aside from the labor. The color is Pashmina by Benjamin Moore, inspired by a YouTube kitchen reno; it shifts beautifully between cream and grey tones. To my surprise, it sparked a mini bidding war and sold for above asking price.

Dec·28·2022
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Annie
[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h

Lorinda wanted her dining set refreshed to better match the rest of her home. The original dark cherry-red finish stood out like a sore thumb against her décor, so she asked me to bring it up to date. This project also happened to be my last one of 2022—and it was a monster. I started just before October and didn’t finish until right before Christmas. When will I learn with dining sets? LOL. I completely stripped every inch of the table, both leaf extensions, and all six high-back chairs. After removing the old finish, I hand-painted Park Avenue by behr, a paint wash over each piece to achieve the soft, updated look she envisioned. When the table was finally done, Lorinda insisted her husband pick it up. Unfortunately, during unloading, the table slipped and one of the corners was damaged—a heartbreaking moment after months of work. For peace of mind, and to avoid any more mishaps, I offered to personally deliver the chairs myself. After all, I had poured so much time into this set and wanted to make sure everything arrived safely.

Dec·12·2022
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2023

Brooke
[SOLD]
84 w · 24 d · 36 h

Leah reached out from Leduc, just a 10-minute drive from my workshop, asking about refinishing her dining table from Ashley Furniture. It was a thick, textured dark-brown piece with sturdy legs, but her kids had put some noticeable wear and tear on it. She wanted to invest in restoring it rather than buying something new. I completely stripped the original finish and repaired several deep gouges along the edges of the tabletop—clearly her kids enjoyed using utensils a little too enthusiastically, LOL. I stained it using a new product for me at the time, a Saman water-based mix of Colonial Brown with a light coat of Black, which gave it a beautifully rich, warm tone without turning it fully black. To protect the newly finished surface, I applied four coats of topcoat, hoping it would withstand little fingers. In the end, she decided to add a glass piece on top for extra protection.

June·11·2023
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Ivy
[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h

Anna was the first client I ever accepted a trade-in from. She owned a full four-piece Ethan Allen set—a dresser, armoire and two nightstands —made of solid mahogany. These were, without exaggeration, the heaviest pieces I’ve ever lifted. Since she was moving and downsizing from a three-story townhouse to an apartment, she offered to trade in the nightstands for a discount on refinishing the dresser and armoire. This also turned out to be the hardest pickup I’ve ever done. My partner and I practically had to drag the dresser down three flights of stairs; I’m convinced it weighed over 800 pounds. And before you ask—yes, we tried removing the drawers to lighten it, but this dresser simply wasn’t built to let them come out. I happily accepted the trade-in and got to work refinishing the dresser and armoire. Anna wanted a modern, sleek color to fit her new space, so we went with Behr’s Color of the Year, Cracked Pepper. Depending on the lighting, it shifts from a soft grey to an almost-black, giving the pieces a beautiful contemporary feel.
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Apr·23·2023
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Eve
[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h

Delivery of this set was a breeze compared to the pickup, and Anna was absolutely thrilled with how her updated furniture turned out. The armoire from the same set also received some upgrades. In addition to the exterior makeover, I cut and installed new shelves along with adjustable shelf pins, allowing it to house her printer in her office while still keeping the doors closed.After delivery, Anna reached out to let me know that one of the original hardware pieces had broken off a drawer. I offered a quick consult to help fix it, and with a bit of back-and-forth over text, she was able to replace and reattach the handle herself.Anna has since contacted me about additional custom work and still raves about her original pieces.

Apr·23·2023
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Tatum
[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h

Meggie from the south side wanted to give her pine sideboard a fresh, updated look. She chose one of the most versatile paint colors—Riviera Beach by Behr. She still wanted to keep some of the natural pine visible, but without the strong orange tones it’s known for. We left the top and the top three drawers in natural pine and added a white paint wash to prevent any yellowing. This allowed the knots and grain she loved to really shine through. She also requested a bit of extra height so she could easily sweep underneath. We trimed the base and added adjustable feet to the bottom, giving her flexibility to raise it to the perfect height and making it easier to move into future spaces. Megan was one of the easiest going clients I’ve worked with and gave me a lot of creative freedom for this piece. I’m grateful I got the chance to work on this beauty.

June·11·2023
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Oaklyn
[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h

Laura, a local on the southwest side of Edmonton, reached out about refinishing three pieces. The first two were a large round coffee table and a smaller end table, both with a “printed” sticker-style finish that had definitely seen better days. I gave her a quote and sent her a link to a specific faux-wood look that I thought would bring new life to the pieces. She loved the idea and approved the design, so we got started. For the base layer, we used a neutral cream paint I had left over from another project. Then we purchased Rust-Oleum’s Transformations Decorative Glaze. Using a dry-brush technique, you lightly sweep the glaze back and forth over the base coat to mimic real wood grain. If you ever try this yourself, definitely practice a few times—and maybe don’t start with a circular piece! I made several test samples before attempting it on her tables. The final result was even better in person; Laura said she loved it a thousand times more than the photos. We finished everything with multiple topcoats for added durability.

July·02·2023
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Grace
[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h

Laura’s third project was a small wine bar in her kitchen. It was a simple piece—very similar to standard Walmart-style furniture. I suggested giving it a more elegant look by adding a quartz countertop I had sitting in my workspace collecting dust. With the new top and a fresh coat of white paint, the piece suddenly matched the rest of her kitchen décor and provided a bit of extra counter space. It was one of the simpler design choices, but it made a surprisingly big impact overall.

July·02·2023
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Mobile Workbench
[OWNED]

0 w · 0 d · 0 h

May·12·2023
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Low Rolling Table & Worksurface
[OWNED]

0 w · 0 d · 0 h

May·12·2023
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Custom Router Rolling Cart
[OWNED]

0 w · 0 d · 0 h

May·12·2023
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Hardware/Fastener Rolling Cart
[OWNED]

0 w · 0 d · 0 h

May·12·2023
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Haven
[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h

Sana reached out on Facebook asking if I could take over a project she had already started. She had sourced a vintage wooden headboard and footboard for her daughter’s newly designed room and had stripped about 90% of the original finish herself, leaving only a few small areas untouched. Unfortunately, some sections had significant veneer damage, which ruled out a natural wood finish. We decided to go with a blinding white to match the rest of the décor in her daughter’s room. This meant filling in the floral decal and being extremely meticulous with the repairs—because if you know anything about white paint, it shows every tiny flaw. She chose a popular trending shade, Chantilly Lace from Fusion Mineral Paint. The transformation gave the headboard total “princess in her castle” vibes and blended perfectly in the space.

May·27·2023
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Rue
[FAMILY]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h

This was one of my major winter projects working alongside my mom. We started by designing a wall of custom cabinet boxes that would eventually become a bar and hosting area off her kitchen. Like most projects, we began with the design phase, and I created a 3D model to give her a clear visual of the finished space. The plan included four cabinet boxes across, each with matching countertops, topped by two hutches. I not only built each cabinet box from scratch but also crafted six custom red oak doors, which required a lot of precise, detailed work and hours of routing. The doors are currently attached but left unstained, as we want to carefully mix the perfect color and hue to match her kitchen. The upper hutches and the remainder of the project are scheduled to be completed in 2026.

Apr·04·2023
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Joelene
[FAMILY]
47.75 w · 15.75 d · 36.25 h

This six-drawer laminate dresser was generously given to me by my best friend’s mom, Holly. She passed it along with a few other pieces, knowing I could redesign and modernize it. I started by removing the plastic molding on the top two drawers and used an IKEA hack—cutting RÖDEBY bamboo armrest trays to size—to create slatted drawer fronts. I then stripped the bottom trim piece and repositioned it lower to better complement the dresser’s shape. For the finish, I chose two of my favorite Sherwin-Williams colors: Tricorn Black and Dark Olive. I also experimented with a new base and leg design, using leftover cedar boards that had been sitting in the garage. To complete the look, I replaced the old vintage pulls with sleek bronze knobs from Amazon. After listing the piece on Facebook Marketplace, I received a few inquiries. One potential buyer requested a repaint and different hardware but ultimately backed out. In the end, the dresser found the perfect home—my sister’s master bedroom, where it’s now happily in use.

July·27·2023
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Pandora
[SOLD]
63.5 w ·17 d · 41.25 h

Alana reached out after seeing one of my two-tone dressers on Instagram. After a bit of back-and-forth while searching for the perfect piece, we found a seven-drawer pine dresser that fit her vision. She wanted the natural pine accents to coordinate with elements in her son’s nursery, as she was expecting at the time. She chose Urban Bronze by Sherwin-Williams and spray-painted the hardware to match the antique bronze finish of his crib. I also refinished the matching mirror in the same color to complete the set. The top was stained using one coat of pickling white wash followed by one coat of Golden Oak, giving it a soft, warm finish that tied everything together beautifully. Pickup day was memorable—the dresser barely fit in the back of their car, but with some creative maneuvering, we made it work. Once they set it up at home, I stopped by to adjust the drawer hardware to make sure everything aligned and functioned perfectly.
We’ve kept in touch over the years, and I’m currently working on another piece for their home.

July·29·2023
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Dusk
[SOLD]
36 w · 20 d · 042h

This was my third and final client of the 2023 season. Lisa reached out after seeing one of my Facebook Marketplace ads, looking to give her living room sideboard and vintage dresser a fresh, updated look. We exchanged plenty of ideas about the modern style she wanted and ultimately settled on a trim slatted design. The original pieces had inset round wooden cup pulls, which is why we used the slatted trim to cover the holes. For the finish, I tried a new technique called dark washing. We stripped off the previous blonde finish and applied a 50/50 mixture of dark brown and black paint with water, giving the pieces that rich, deep chocolate-brown tone. To complete the look, we added bold, chunky hardware to break up the lines of the slats and painted everything in a matte black. The photo doesn’t do it justice—it beautifully highlights the rich, layered tones. Finally, the piece was sealed with three coats of Behr Satin Poly for long-lasting durability. Lisa and her family brought the pieces to their cabin, where they now reside, adding a modern, elegant touch to their space.

Aug·11·2023
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Holly
[FAMILY]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h

Bridal Wedding sign

Sept·02·2023
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Autumn
[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h

This was my final client project from Sheri for the 2023 season. She reached out after seeing one of my Facebook Marketplace ads and wanted an updated look for her child’s desk, headboard, and dresser. I let her know I’d be refinishing my deck at home and wouldn’t be able to start her pieces until that project was wrapped up, since summer was quickly coming to an end. I started with the dresser first. At the beginning, she was hoping for something with a lot of texture—possibly slatted drawer fronts—but after a few mock-ups, she ultimately decided on a clean and simple color change instead. Paired with understated champagne-gold pulls, the dresser’s sleek but simple, design really stood out.
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Dec·08·2023
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Maria
[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h

Onward to the desk. The solid pine desk received a full color makeover in Benjamin Moore’s Pashmina, along with a new drawer pull that would later match the dresser and headboard. Everything was sealed with three coats of Behr Satin Poly to ensure durability for years of schoolwork and everyday use. This was actually the first desk refinish I had ever taken on, and it ended up becoming one of my favorite staged photoshoots I’ve ever created.

Dec·08·2023
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Luna
[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h

Lastly, the headboard and footboard carried over into the winter months, so I ended up finishing them inside the house. It wasn’t a big deal—it just meant I had to hand-paint the finish instead of spraying it. The set stayed protected in my office for a while before it finally made its way back home.Thank you, Sheri, for the wonderful opportunity to work on such a unique set.

Feb·02·2024
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2024

Cove
[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h

Jacinta reached out on Facebook about refreshing her bedroom set. When I picked it up, the set was in rough shape—pieces were falling off and even broke as I transported it to my vehicle. After a lot of reconstruction and some design delays, she drew inspiration from one of my previous two-tone dressers and decided on a tan and moody black combination. We also had to get creative to conceal the inset drawer cutouts that she didn’t want to keep. I know, I know—painting oak is practically a sin—but trust me, these pieces were nearly beyond saving. The final design ended up looking striking and sharp. The set was paired with black handles from Home Depot, spray-painted in Behr’s Champagne Mist. I also added new feet from Amazon to raise the nightstands a few inches, modernizing the base and overall look. These nightstands were the first pieces of her set to be refinished. The other two pieces—a dresser and an armoire—will follow.

July·23·2024
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Faris
[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h

Do you ever have that one project—the one that lurks in the back of the garage, haunting your every move? That was this piece for me, sitting in the corner for an entire season. Ian reached out, hoping I could finish a project he had started in his youth: a full walnut and oak highboy he began when he was just 16 years old. We started by fully reassembling all of the top sections and drawers. I added custom-routed edges to the top and each drawer, and each drawer received custom bottom slides to ensure they remain intact and functional for years to come. While it may not seem like much changed visually, working with hardwood meant that every cut and routed detail took three times as long as usual. Finally, the piece was sealed with two coats of Behr Semi-Gloss Poly, giving it a beautiful high-gloss sheen that highlights the natural wood grain. Thank you again, Ian, for your patience with the extended timeline—it was worth it to make sure this highboy came out as a perfectly stunning piece.

July·29·2024
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Emerson
[OWNED]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h

This toolbox refinish project was incredibly sentimental. My grandfather was a man of many crafts, and his garage was filled with projects in every corner. I like to think I inherited some of my talent from him. When he decided to downsize, I offered to help clean out the garage. This toolbox had been sitting in the corner of his garage for as long as I can remember—collecting dust, metal bits, spiderwebs, and even serving as a home for squirrels. I asked if I could take it and give it new life. I spent weeks painting over the chipped red finish with multiple coats of black. Each screw and glide received a full rust and grease-removing bath, followed by thorough regreasing. I also built a new rolling base to house the bottom unit, making it easy to move and access in the future. The original metal base had fixed wheels that were barely holding on. Now, the toolbox has a permanent home in my workshop, holding all of my tools. It’s the first thing I see when I walk in, and I couldn’t be happier with how it turned out. Thank you, Grandpa—I hope to pass this down through my future lineage and live to be even half the grandparent you were to me.

Aug·11·2024
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Astrid
[SOLD]
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mom black by behr

Aug·14·2024
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Brinley
[SOLD]
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Aug·19·2024
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Ava
[SOLD]
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Jacinta

Sept·02·2024
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Wood Storage Cart
[OWNED]
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Sept·15·2024
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Hunter
[SOLD]
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I had put client work on hold for a while to focus on a major deck remodel project for my landlord. During downtime on the deck or rainy days, I refinished this piece. The bottom of a china cabinet was something I had sourced while searching for an upper unit for a different client on Facebook Marketplace. The first update was removing the plastic decals on the doors, which had dated the piece. I added the slatted texture on the base and top drawer using scrap from another project—if you haven’t guessed by now, I like to reuse materials before buying new. The paint was a custom-mixed green, blended from four different tester cans. I also built a red oak base to lift it off the ground and stained it in dark walnut, with a custom-matched top. The piece actually sat on the market for a while. It had several inquiries, but no one fully committed. In the meantime, I used it as a console table by my front door. Eventually, it found a permanent home with a new family in the area who were looking for a piece that could function as a bar and provide extra counter space. Sometimes furniture just needs time to find the perfect home.

Sept·20·2024
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Zara
[SOLD]
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Jacinta oak

Nov·04·2024
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Backyard Deck Reno
[FAMILY]

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Nov·11·2024
Naomi
[SOLD]
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These custom vintage oak end tables, featuring a distinctive octagon-shaped base, were a rare find that I scored on Facebook Marketplace for nearly free. I gave them a modern makeover and added textured wallpaper to highlight the hexagon-style paneling. The wallpaper was a thrift-store steal—just $1 for two large rolls—and I still have plenty left over. I also reused leftover paint from a previous project, making this one of the lowest-cost transformations I’ve ever done. I listed the tables for sale, but their unique shape kept them from selling for a couple of months. Eventually, a buyer reached out who loved the textured wallpaper and thought her furry friends would enjoy curling up in the cubbies inside.

Nov·20·2024
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Custom Kitchen Nook Bench
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Nov·24·2024
Back Entrance Custom Closet Cabinetry
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Nov·24·2024
Custom Built Candle Risers
[Rosea]

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Dec·01·2024

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2025

Zara
[SOLD]
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Bathroom Vanity - sideboard conversion

Mar·04·2025
Stenzel Artistry & Design Sign
[OWNED]
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Apr·06·2025
Harper
[FAMILY]
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Rewind to two years ago—yes, two years! My mom took inspiration from one of my previous dresser-to-nightstand conversions and decided she wanted her own set. She sourced a nine-drawer dresser that could be cut down into perfectly sized nightstands for each side of her bed. We were able to reuse the basic trim, the top, six of the drawers, and the original hardware, but the rest of these truly “Frankenstein” pieces had to be completely custom-built. We routed all-new top edges and added a custom profile beneath the third drawer. I completely rebuilt the frame and both side panels for each nightstand. Since one of the top drawers was missing its rail, we had a custom metal replacement made by Conrad from FBMP. We also crafted brand-new tapered red oak bases with mitered corners to give the pieces a solid, elevated foundation. After that, I created a custom paint blend to match her bed perfectly, spray-painted the original hardware to coordinate, and lined each drawer with peel-and-stick floral wallpaper to finish them off. Because this project stretched on for so long, I somehow don’t have a single photo of the original dresser—but luckily, my mom does. The only “before” photo I managed to save is from the day one of the nightstands toppled off my workbench and shattered into what felt like a million pieces. That disaster forced me to basically rebuild it from scratch (fun times). I’m relieved they’re finally done—and honestly, if this had been for anyone other than my mom, I’m not sure I would’ve had the motivation to keep going!

May·27·2025
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Custom Built Candle Risers
[Rosea]

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Mar·27·2025
Vintage Record Cabinet
[Kylee]

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Apr·05·2025
Custom Cat Tree
[Tillie]

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Mar·13·2025
Small Circle End Table
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Apr·11·2025
Oak Cirle Table Refinish
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Apr·12·2025
Vintage Oak Phone Cabinet
[Rosea]

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Mar·27·2025
Shipping Nightstands to Orlando Florida
#41
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Feb·06·2025
3 Drawer Drexell Dresser
[Emi]

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Apr·17·2025
Green Dresser
[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h

July·01·2025
Oak Sideboard
[Livy]

0 w · 0 d · 0 h

Apr·27·2025
Oak Tallboy
[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h

Apr·27·2025
Garage Door Refinish
[FAMILY]
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July·25·2025
Aromatherapy holders
[COMPANY]
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June·07·2025
Wood Cart Version #3
[OWNED]
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June·11·2025
Kitchen Cabinet Doors
[FAMILY]
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Apr·27·2025
Kitchen Upper Cabinetry
[FAMILY]
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June·22·2025
Backyard Fence Project
[FAMILY]
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Aug·30·2025
Oak Kitchen Bench
[OWNED]
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Sept·22·2025
Floral Wall Holder
[OWNED]
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Sept·29·2025
Privacy Divider Fence
[FAMILY]

0 w · 0 d · 0 h

Nov·14·2024
Ikea-Hack Livingroom Shelves
[OWNED]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h

Apr·27·2025
Nighstand Cream Set
[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h

Apr·27·2025
Tall Boy Cream Set
[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h

Apr·27·2025
Long Cream Set
[AVAILABLE]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h

Apr·27·2025
Solid Pine Nightstands
[AVAILABLE]
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Apr·27·2025
Table Refinish
[SOLD]
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Apr·27·2025
Table Chair Refinish
[SOLD]
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Apr·27·2025
Grey Washed Display Cabinet
[SOLD]
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Apr·27·2025
Solid Oak Orange Console Table
[SOLD]
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Apr·27·2025
Solid Oak Orange End Tables
[SOLD]
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Apr·27·2025
Solid Oak Orange Shelves
[SOLD]
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Apr·27·2025
Backyard Gate
[SOLD]
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Apr·27·2025
Backyard Gate 2
[SOLD]
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Apr·27·2025
French Provinical Tall boy
[SOLD]
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Dec·27·2025
4 Drawer Dixie Maple Dresser
[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h

Dec·27·2025