13 Amazing Furniture Rescues With Winning Finishes
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These fabulous furniture rescues will make you smile and hopefully inspire you to create a masterpiece.
Paint, decorative transfers, peel-and-stick wallpaper, and nail head trim are just a few products available to make your furniture shine.
Look around your home, the street curb on trash day, and local thrift stores for furniture pieces to update your space.
Unbelievable Furniture Makeovers
Give new life to a piece of furniture that is screaming for help.
Mid-Century Modern Credenza
This beautiful mid-century modern makeover gave a vintage credenza a fresh update while honoring the timeless design and character of its era.
Chic Nailhead Vanity Makeover
This country chic nailhead vanity makeover blends rustic charm with elegant detail, featuring soft paint tones and stylish nailhead trim for a refined finish. It's a perfect blend of farmhouse and elegance!
Trash To Treasure Furniture Transformation
This project is a total trash to treasure transformation . I custom-mixed two paint colors—one a lighter shade of the first—then added a whitewash, or “frosting,” to part of the chest for a soft, layered finish. This is a stunning result that brings that wow factor!
Beautiful Bleached Cypress Trashed Dresser Flip
Denise from Salvaged Inspirations took a discarded eight-drawer dresser, once covered in an orange stain and left out for trash, with a fresh and stylish makeover. The stunning two-tone finish is a show-stopper!
Hand Painted Furniture Design with a Koi Pond
Transform your furniture into a stunning statement piece with a hand-painted koi pond design. This DIY project adds a touch of artistry and tranquility to any space.
Turn A Desk Into A Tall Chest: Before And After Photos
Repurposing an old desk into something new is far better than tossing it out. You’ve probably seen desks turned into nightstands—but have you ever seen the two-drawer sections stacked for a totally unique twist? Gail from My Repurposed Life shares a great DIY!
Furniture Painted With Chock Paint and White Painted Details
This buffet makeover is a favorite. I used Chock Paint and added a whitewash using a tiny brush to highlight the smallest details. The whitewash technique is foolproof and gives any piece a high-end, designer look.
Create a Bathroom Vanity from a Piece of Furniture
Discover how to turn a piece of furniture—like a buffet or dresser—into a custom DIY bathroom vanity for a stylish and budget-friendly upgrade.
Painted Armoire with a Transfer
This beautifully painted armoire features a decorative transfer that adds charm and elegance to the piece. The combination of soft color and intricate detailing gives it a unique, vintage-inspired look—perfect for adding character to any room.
Old Hutch Makeover Before and After
Watch this old hutch go from dull to stunning with a fresh green makeover—an easy, eye-catching transformation you don't want to miss!
Paint An Antique Bed Using MMS Milk Paint
I found this headboard and footboard at a local thrift store for just $3 and gave them new life with a fresh blend of Miss Mustard Seed’s Milk Paint. A coat of clear wax was added to the top for protection and a little sheen. I'm so happy with the chippy results!
Small Dresser Makeover Fusion Mineral Paint
This small dresser makeover transformed a tired, dated ReStore find into a timeless beauty full of charm and elegance—ready to shine for years to come!
How to Reupholster Chairs: A Step-by-Step Guide
This step-by-step guide walks you through how to reupholster chairs, with a full materials list, easy-to-follow techniques, and tips for stunning results.
