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DIY Furniture Flip: Refinished Solid Maple Dresser in Classic White

In this tutorial, I’m sharing how I completely transformed a   solid maple, Canadian-made dresser   into a fresh, modern piece that’s both timeless and functional. Originally a tired chest of drawers, this sturdy maple beauty got a full makeover — from sanding and priming to a   crisp classic white finish   and   new stainless steel bar and knob hardware . The result? A clean, elegant dresser with   five easy-glide drawers   that looks right at home in any bedroom, guest room, or entryway. Follow along to see each step of the refinishing process and how a little paint and hardware can give solid wood furniture a brand-new life.
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Fusion Do Over


Do you remember this mid century modern dresser I did with the newly released Fusion Mineral paint color cranberry and gold? It had so many positive comments but it really is a very specific color combination. Painting to appeal to the majority sometimes is the safest way but I thought I would take a chance on it and see. However after about 6 months of sitting with no home in sight, I brought it back to my paint line.

Limestone - Fusion's warm white was the new color I chose. I think it will look classic with the gold accents. Working in my dining room, because the weather is COLD and because Fusion is ZERO VOC, I painted 3 coats on to ensure a nice opaque color.


here is first coat going on


and here is 3 coats on and left to dry,


then hardware was put back on and tada!






still no idea what this little built in ledge is for in the top drawer, anyone?


love dovetail designs


I have to say I love this color combination as well, I hope it finds its forever home soon.

*Disclosure
As a Fusion brand blogger, I have received product in exchange for this post, but ALL the opinions are entirely MY own.  This post contains sponsored links for Fusion Mineral Paint

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  1. rushJanuary 05, 2017 9:40 AM

    I may not be seeing the little ledge appropriately, but I'm going to say it's to place the contents of one's pocket at the end of the day...pocket change...maybe cufflinks...maybe a wallet, but back then, one would have used a tray sitting on top of the dresser.

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    1. Creative MomentsJanuary 05, 2017 7:17 PM

      that was all I could think of too, thank you for your thoughts ;)

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  2. Debrashoppeno5January 06, 2017 5:22 PM

    What a beautiful piece. I really like it in both colors but I can understand why you felt you should make it more neutral.

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  3. Lisa SilfwerbrandJanuary 06, 2017 5:33 PM

    Lee Ann I loved the Cranberry and Gold but the Limestone and Gold is just as pretty ;) I always love painted my pieces in beautiful colours but I have had the same problem as you when I do... they definitely take longer to sell. You did a lovely job with both colours... they look so pretty with the MCM style. Thanks for linking this up to the Inspiration Galore Project Party last week! Have a lovely weekend. Hugs.

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    1. Creative MomentsJanuary 06, 2017 8:08 PM

      thank you, glad I am not the only one who second guesses her choices. I too love both

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