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@MasterArmedforces5 күн бұрын
I came on YT to look for non-toxic solutions for bringing some 50yr old speakers' mahogany veneer cabinets back to life specifically with beeswax. After watching your vid, I think they ll come out great
@katherineharper-sj4ys Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great tip for the orbital sander shop vac connection.
@evepaludan77132 жыл бұрын
I don't know how to tell, but I think the veneer is teak. It looks like a Danish mid-century modern design, but I am no expert. I think you could get $350. Love the chevron-style veneer cuts they did. This was well made and I am so happy you restored it to its original beauty.
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Oooh, that's interesting, Eve! I will need to post a picture and have more people weigh in. I really am not great with wood identification yet! Thanks for watching :)
@yvettewallus1192 жыл бұрын
@@KnowCanDo I think Eve is right. Looks like teak. I'm not sure about $350 but it entirely depends on your area.
@evepaludan77132 жыл бұрын
@@KnowCanDo I love watching your videos. p.s.The straightness of the wood grain (almost parallel lines in most places), very few knots, and the color make me think it is teak.
@lfuentes4098 Жыл бұрын
I think it’s walnut
@trichomes4208 ай бұрын
I think it’s oak
@LemonstoLemonadeFurniture2 жыл бұрын
She’s back! And wearing an ASU sweatshirt!! That’s my alma mater! Woot woot! ❤️❤️
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Woo woo! Yes I've been back but KZfaq is NOT pushing out my videos all my last 4 or so have been 10/10 on performance 😢 Gotta keep on keepin on! ;) And yes, ASU hah! So funny. okay, so I am 30 years old, but when I was in seventh grade (12 years old??) one of my friends moved to AZ. When she came back to visit she brought me this ASU sweatshirt. Still have it. Still wear it. 18 years later hahah!!
@LemonstoLemonadeFurniture2 жыл бұрын
@@KnowCanDo Yea keep up the good work. You'll get there again. Happy turkey day my friend!
@ChicAntiquebyHolly2 жыл бұрын
That wood grain is STUNNING
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Right?! It just sold. I was sad to say goodbye to this one!
@AskingSpot2 жыл бұрын
I am so happy to hear I’m not the only one who has problems with Citrus strip! It does the job but it frustrating to say the least!
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Ack! Yeah, you're totally right. I need to try something else cuz I'm OVER IT! ;)
@MCav-g8b22 сағат бұрын
Ditch the citristrip and just use acetone to get the finish off. I apply it with a merlon-type pad, scrub a little and quickly wipe off with a paper towl.
@richardtaylor32757 күн бұрын
Really nice finish
@rhondatoben7057 Жыл бұрын
wonderful tip on sander and shop vac
@linguaphile422 жыл бұрын
Had a bad experience with citrus stripper, too! Was trying to strip my wooden porch rocking chairs and it was such a mess. One guy I'm watching uses a steel paint scraper, and I think I would use that next time. No chemicals, seems to come off cleanly, and not tough to learn how to do. I love your style and all the pieces you do!
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Oh my gosh!! Rocking chairs seem like they would be such a disaster because of all the parts! Is that Dashner that you watch? I love his channel and I actually recently BOUGHT a scraper, and spoiler alert for 2 or 3 weeks from now video but hahahah I totally screwed it up with that too! 😂
@linguaphile422 жыл бұрын
@@KnowCanDo Yes, he's the one! These videos are like therapy to me. And yes, those rockers were a bear. Finally one of my students told me, "Just spray paint over it all. That's what my family does all the time." I did, and they look fine. Not like your beautiful pieces, of course, but good enough for another year. Looking forward to your scraper video!
@lizhoward97542 жыл бұрын
I love how this turned out!! Love that wood. You did it right by refinishing and not painting
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Liz! I was so glad it didn't have any huge issues in the veneer so that I was able to restore it :)
@CopperCactusDIY2 жыл бұрын
This is gorgeous! I love that you fully restored that veneer. She's ready for her closeup now! Congrats on 5k! 👏
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Thank you thank you!
@FurnitureWarriors2 жыл бұрын
We use the Klean Strip 15 minute formula after the same experiences with Citri-Strip. We love the look of the restored wood on this piece! In this case, so much better than painting! Awesome!😀
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Oh good!!! Thanks for letting me know, I definitely NEED to try that out. :)
@kristen65722 жыл бұрын
I feel you! I want a surf prep too!!
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Yes, Kristen!! They seem soooooo nice! What do you use instead right now?
@marykspencer11112 жыл бұрын
Your patience and muscle paid off. That was a lot of sanding. Absolutely amazing!
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so so much, Mary. You're right, it WAS a lot of sanding! 😂 Paid off though :)
@pitchresponsibly2 ай бұрын
Sun Devils!! Love this DIY, I'm about to refinish a 50's bedroom set, getting my mind prepped 😂
@maeganstandart2566 Жыл бұрын
Love the tutorial!! Also I saw videos & on Pinterest people using EasyOff oven cleaner to strip the paint.
@KnowCanDo Жыл бұрын
Thanks!! Please be careful. Watch this before using easy off! It’s not Made for furniture :) a GREAT alternative is QCS from the brand StripWell. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qN6pntdozL2mg2Q.html
@dlarson19652 жыл бұрын
Wow what a beauty! The night stand isn't bad either.
@conniefortner87502 жыл бұрын
Even with the mess of the stripper you still did an amazing job with this piece. I have wanted a surfprep sander for forever now too. Maybe some day!
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much, Connie! Yes... hopefully one day. We can dream! :)
@cathismith4497 Жыл бұрын
@@KnowCanDo I think all of us who restore furniture want a surf prep; need to save up for it, I think it will be a great investment.
@davidprazynski60452 жыл бұрын
Ohhhhhh! Such hard work! I recommend gently removing the back of the nightstand board. It will give you full access to the tough corners to sand. ~ Debbi
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Oh my goodness, that is such a great idea!! Thanks, Debbi :)
@dawnziccardi82052 жыл бұрын
That really turned out nice!
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Dawn!!
@lindacarden96982 жыл бұрын
This style would have also looked with a pop of color in the opening. Great transformation.
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Totally. Thanks, Linda!
@bigkeg91732 жыл бұрын
Here in Australia, you might get $200 Love that veneer 😊
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Good to know good to know!! Thanks for watching :) I love the veneer too!
@rhicksmtb10 ай бұрын
I so appreciate your drive, and you seem like a pretty patient person....lol
@shirley10912 жыл бұрын
Very incredible! Good job girl!! Just remember when it comes to the haters they just sad ppl. And when they go low you go high. I want to make the world a better place. Look for the beauty every where. And live can be so much more enjoyable!
@pattio.6562 жыл бұрын
WOWZA‼️ It’s a Beauty😍
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Patti!!!!
@ava_f2 жыл бұрын
Wow, this turned out beautifully! Excellent job.
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much, Ava! It was a fun one :)
@ashleyosborne62392 жыл бұрын
I know this is from a few months back but W O W!!! That wood grain is GORGEOUS!! You did an amazing job and restoring this piece. So I’m sure you’ve gone to something else by now, but just in case: reminder to never use Citrus Strip ever again😂. The 15 min Klean Strip is great. Jasco makes a really good one too. Just make sure to get the gel formula. I did a piece similar (with a shelves) where sanding in the corners was almost impossible, so I took the back board off for easier access. I hope you get your Surf Prep Sanding System, I got mine for my birthday last yr (we waited until their Black Friday sale and used Crys’Dawna’s discount code for 20% off) and it is a game changer. Well worth the investment, but they are pricey. Really enjoying your videos, just subscribed.💜
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ashley!! Amazing. SurfPrep one day!!!! That was smart to time it like that, i'll have to keep that in in mind :) Thanks for watching!
@kimberlyakers59232 жыл бұрын
really nice.
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Kimberly! Cheers!
@phyllishume58542 жыл бұрын
Very nice!
@creationsbykat.k64132 жыл бұрын
I’m not a huge fan of citrus strip either. It’s always such a mess. I use kwik strip now. It just seems to be less sticky and way easier to deactivate. I love this piece.
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Ohhhh good to know Kat. I will have to try Kwik strip next time!! thanks
@AnnElizabethO2 жыл бұрын
So very Beautiful
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much, Gayle!
@statementdesigns2 жыл бұрын
Lots of work! Turned out nice❣
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Truly. Thanks 💕
@rawiriparaha7917 Жыл бұрын
Brilliance.. you are a fantastic teacher. Thank you 😊
@mcm.walnuter34792 жыл бұрын
Looks amazing 👌. Pricing depends on your area. As for the stripper you used, I've read how bad/useless it is. I use klean strip. I'm in Canada btw. To bring out the wood grain, I use Tung oil. It's amazing too.
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! yes, I've heard about kwik strip maybe I'll have to try it. And thanks! I've never heard of Tung oil, I'll have to check it out!
@mcm.walnuter34792 жыл бұрын
@@KnowCanDo there is tung oil..Danish oil and teak oil. You can also get them with a deeper tone to them, if the walnut or whatever veneer isn't popping a great colour grain. It takes several coats.
@user-ux9tg9em1b5 ай бұрын
I have trouble with the citrus strip too!
@gailnye97912 жыл бұрын
$350.00 to $400.00. I would pay that! Take into account the hours you’ve spent, the amount you’ve spent, and give yourself $45.00 to $50.00 an hour profit. You don’t need luck, it will sell! Absolutely gorgeous!
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Totally. Thanks, Gail! I appreciate your suggestions!!!!
@doddnejadfard32512 жыл бұрын
Love it ,,beautiful wood
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Dodd! I was shocked with how gorgeous the wood was!
@NatTayHill2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful!
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much, Natalie!
@denisegilliam8422 жыл бұрын
It’s lovely
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much, Denise. A much needed facelift!
@kathleenhernandez37722 жыл бұрын
Looks great, surf prep is $700.
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! And yep... thus the reason I don't have one yet 😂
@user-db7um6dh2k9 ай бұрын
Well hello I looked all over the WWW videos for restoration of 60s - 70s wood veneer speakers. It landed me here. There are plenty of videos of how to veneer but not the reverse. So I have a beautiful pair of vintage speakers coming to me tomorrow and I was all sort of mixed up. So I think a strip, sand? Or just sand as itsa very easy box lol. I want to sand it down to natural color and leave it alone. This will be a pair of speakers I can play with. They are pretty dark with the stain on there now. I want to lighten them up and leave them alone. Any tips I would truly appreciate. I will check back when finished. Thank you for your video and instructions.
@MadMikeee722 жыл бұрын
Surfprep sanders are all the rage right now but I would start with trying a good foam sanding pad with your regular sander and sandpaper. It may do the trick instead of spending so much up front.
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Totally. Yes, Mike, that's the plan! I found some sanding sponge foam pad things to go on the orbital sander. Trying that next! Thanks.
@ggmax29582 жыл бұрын
if you live in Canada they have a stripper called 1850, from what I have seen it works better than Citrus Stripper
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Ooh good to know. I’m in the US but I’m sure there are better options here too :)
@ricjamil30732 жыл бұрын
It looks great! Love the top veneer.
@galady86322 жыл бұрын
Definitely a stunning piece! Since the pandemic my area is flooded with people flipping furniture. Some people do not sand or clean anything, it's sad and often nasty. Of course that can impact prices. 2 yrs ago I believe your lovely MCM piece could easily sell for over $325 in my area. I now believe it would be in the $200 range, possibly less. Of course I see more value than the latter price. After seeing pictures of 'flipped' furniture with spider webs and kiddie stickers covered in paint I admit it's disappointing. I continue to work on pieces, I need the creative outlet. With Christmas approaching I have switched my focus to more novelty creations, small chest-of-drawers that would appeal to young children. I use silicone molds and fast curing resin to create unique drawer handles/knobs and unusual colors to create Elsa, mermaid, Spider-Man, Pirate, etc themed pieces. I prefer MCM pieces but my house is full.
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your ideas! Oh man, yeah that's a good point. Where in GA are you? That's so frustrating about the overwhelm of flipped stuff. There are definitely a lot of flippers here in Portland, but luckily the area is so big I feel like it's still okay... Lots of MCM stuff too! Yes, the creative outlet of all this is so so important. I'm so glad you have that! It sounds like you've found some really creative ways to keep it all going. Cheers!
@brittnyblain9762 Жыл бұрын
Try a diff stripper... Anything other than citrostrip. You have to do like a half inch coat and leave it overnight with saran wrap... Try quick strip, kleen strip etc
@kristinmcfall26862 жыл бұрын
Love this one so much!!!!
@Jaques2go6 ай бұрын
Thats a lovely job...far as chips go, if you use a wood filler and a tooth pick to make a little grain in to match the veneer pattern, if youre staining after...i o ow u didnt on this piece, then it eill look pretty.good. well done.
@elfinmidcentury38962 жыл бұрын
Fantastic job, great vid too!
@rhiannonrising2 жыл бұрын
Yep Citrus Strip is the worst. QCS or KwikStrip for me.
@Nowayjose-vd1wm Жыл бұрын
The stripping/sanding is the worst, for me at least, sooo I bought a sand blasting gun at Harbour Freight for less than $30. I put regular baking soda in the hopper and hook up to an air hose/compressor then blast the finish off...IT WILL BLOW YOUR MIND!!
@juanitarodriguez1170 Жыл бұрын
It turned our gorgeous! Did you sell it? You put a lot of time and hard labor in it, I hope you got a good price for it if you did sell it. I love MCM furniture, and the natural wood grain on this piece is beautiful!
@menjen722 жыл бұрын
LOVE IT!! Lots of elbow grease, but the finished piece is gorgeous!! Congratulations on hitting 5k!! P.S. I do NOT love Citri Strip!! Never again!
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Jen, thank you!!!! And yes hahah. DONE with Citristrip bye bye!
@katherinequesada73824 ай бұрын
Have you used minwax refinishing product. No sanding it gives the original finish around you can seal with a mat varnish or oil? What do you think
@yvettewallus1192 жыл бұрын
While you're waiting on your Surf Prep, you might pick up some 3M Pro sanding pads in 120 grit. I'm telling you, it's the only kind I use now because nothing else compares.
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
OOOOH! Yvette, thanks for the tip. I will check this out ASAP!
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Yvette, are these the ones you're speaking of? www.amazon.com/3M-Pro-Pad-Sanding-2-88-Inch-5-Inch/dp/B001RB20CW
@yvettewallus1192 жыл бұрын
@@KnowCanDo add some to your wishlist. I’d love to send you some. 💟
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Done! I could only find one for 150 Grit but I'm sure that will be great too ;) Thanks Yvette!
@cookinginthecabin2 жыл бұрын
Turned out beautifully! I too am not a fan of stripper😝
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! Yeah... it's so annoying! What do you do instead? Just sand?
@cookinginthecabin2 жыл бұрын
Also thanks for the hack with the shop vac by the way. I’ll have to try it 😊
@lfuentes4098 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful
@catofthecastle16812 жыл бұрын
Did you know that surf prep has the soft sanding pads for every sander? I just ordered a set for all my sanders! They’re amazing! And not terribly expensive!
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Oooh! Can you send me a link please?? I need some for my orbital sander !
@charlesetheridge9380 Жыл бұрын
Good darn job
@deborahschipper15202 жыл бұрын
Nice job. I would have painted
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Painted pieces coming next week!
@girlgeniusII11 ай бұрын
Try using denatured alcohol and steel wool to remove the finish, I also hate citrastrip.
@petestaint8312 Жыл бұрын
Fantastic! How often must you reapply the Howard? Thanks for posting. 👍
@1Andelina1 Жыл бұрын
Teak vibes!
@mands42539 ай бұрын
What grit sanding disc do you use?
@sihatchyvtec Жыл бұрын
Curious, what is the time lapse of this from start to finish? I agree citristrip is not the best and it's a fine line with sanding to not bust through the veneer, I'm working on my first Mahogany Veneer dresser.
@modusceo4 ай бұрын
Highly highly suggest not using citristrip- strip well all the way. If it goes past the stain color, it’ll darken the wood down through the veneer
@kiwigirlNZ4 күн бұрын
I disagree. I use citristrip on all my furniture, and have not had that experience. I’m currently working on a that is a very light coloured wood, and it’s perfect. The original colour is not darkened at all.
@charleneshinsky12482 ай бұрын
Incredible. Does the finish need sealed?
@KnowCanDo2 ай бұрын
I didn’t but I think it could be wise to otherwise you have to oil it a lot
@amyeitelberg15982 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video. I am currently refinishing a beautiful dresser with veneer. I was wondering if I could use a stripper. Can you bleach it or would it loosen the veneer? 😃
@pato63342 жыл бұрын
Ok, don’t ever use Citrus Strip again. There! If it’s a lacquer based finish like that use use Minwax Antique Furniture Refinisher. Otherwise use Klean Strip or some other more toxically effective with an organic vapor respirator. The piece turned out beautifully, love a good restoration job, especially on MCM pieces.
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Haha, yes Clyde! I know, I know.... but I was thinking that I already have it!! Haha. Definitely going to try soemthing more toxic and effective next time :)
@TheEliteCrash Жыл бұрын
HI :) how do you know when to stop sanding. Like how do i know i'm about to bust through the vineer?
@Aaakeith Жыл бұрын
Loved this video! I’m about to start restoring an MCM dining table I found on marketplace. I see you used a soft wax for the finish on this, would you recommend this for a dining table as well? Or something sturdier due to the high-use surface?
@KnowCanDo Жыл бұрын
Thanks! I’d recommend using polyurethane - that will cure and be hard
@kevinwalker7392 Жыл бұрын
What grit sand paper did you use? I want to keep my veener on and not remove the veener completely.
@KnowCanDo Жыл бұрын
This was a couple years ago so I don’t remember but you could Try starting with something gentle like 220 and if it’s not working try 180 etc. I wouldn’t go below 120
@teresagrigsby-rose876111 ай бұрын
If u find a connection at surf prep, hook me up! I'd love to have one! Nice work!
@hainesjk63 Жыл бұрын
Did you put anything on the top to protect it? Clear polyurethane or polycrylic?
@KnowCanDo Жыл бұрын
I used a soft wax.
@davidweidenkopf5860Ай бұрын
Everyone, repeat after me, always with the grain! Not sure how this piece did not get ruined.
@brittnyblain9762 Жыл бұрын
Don't waste your chemical cartridges on dust!! They're expensive! Use the bright pink dust ones... They look like neon pancakes lol
@Karamel4042 жыл бұрын
Scrape it, don't sand it
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Love my carbide scraper and wish I had known what they were when I did this project lol
@antonshkabara3090 Жыл бұрын
I've heard good feedback about the Woodglut plans.
@user-db7um6dh2k9 ай бұрын
Well hello I looked all over the WWW videos for restoration of 60s - 70s wood veneer speakers. It landed me here. There are plenty of videos of how to veneer but not the reverse. So I have a beautiful pair of vintage speakers coming to me tomorrow and I was all sort of mixed up. So I think a strip, sand? Or just sand as itsa very easy box lol. I want to sand it down to natural color and leave it alone. This will be a pair of speakers I can play with. They are pretty dark with the stain on there now. I want to lighten them up and leave them alone. Any tips I would truly appreciate. I will check back when finished. Thank you for your video and instructions.
@phyllishume58542 жыл бұрын
Very nice!
@KnowCanDo2 жыл бұрын
Thank you dear Phyllis!
@user-db7um6dh2k9 ай бұрын
Well hello I looked all over the WWW videos for restoration of 60s - 70s wood veneer speakers. It landed me here. There are plenty of videos of how to veneer but not the reverse. So I have a beautiful pair of vintage speakers coming to me tomorrow and I was all sort of mixed up. So I think a strip, sand? Or just sand as itsa very easy box lol. I want to sand it down to natural color and leave it alone. This will be a pair of speakers I can play with. They are pretty dark with the stain on there now. I want to lighten them up and leave them alone. Any tips I would truly appreciate. I will check back when finished. Thank you for your video and instructions.