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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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Fast Fix Mirror Frame


The condo basement bathroom mirror frame had damage most likely from water splashed, shower humidity and/or cleaning sprays left on it. It is an easy fix though to bring it back to life in a few simple steps. Let me share the steps.

See the damage all along the bottom of the wooden frame?


getting that old paint off video


sanding pad video


Using a low grit sanding pad the wooden frame was hand sanded to remove all the loose and lifting paint off. The paint dust was vacuumed with my handy Dyson stick vacuum. Then a damp micro cloth was used to wipe it all clean. I also cleaned the mirror itself at this step to save a deep cleaning after it was painted.


I slid a smooth piece of paper under the frame edge to protect the mirror glass while painting and slid it along as I went. Using a small flat synthetic brush, black anchor Dixie Belle silk mineral paint was brushed on.


Two coats in total were painted on and that was it. This silk paint has a built in top coat making it a one step paint perfect for a easy fast fix.


paint on the mirror? no problem Use a razor to scrape off

Another update I could have done in the bathroom was spray paint the vanity light bar above the mirror like we did at my daughters condo.


The mirror was back in action in short order.


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  1. DianaSeptember 02, 2024 8:50 AM

    Quick and inexpensive fix. Looks brand new. Great job.

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    1. Creative MomentsSeptember 09, 2024 10:02 AM

      Thank you for the kind words :) It is an easy way to freshen up a pice for sure

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