@theteddyjamesco: “faux bois” = instant character. it’s literally just paint… but it tricks your eye into thinking it’s real wood grain and suddenly a basic piece looks custom + $$$ proof you don’t need perfect wood to get the look 👀 #f#fauxboisf#furnitureflipd#diyfurnituret#thriftflipp#paintedfurniture
Was the real wood underneath not as good as fake wood painted on top ? ( no judgement just confused??) xx
2026-04-01 01:01:32
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Karrie :
I turned mine into a TV stand
2026-04-25 23:44:16
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Sheryl Hickerson :
My toxic trait is thinking I could do this. I literally know I can’t, but here I am all delusional.
2026-03-31 13:33:08
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theteddyjamesco :
HOW I DID IT 📌 ⤵️• cleaned w dish soap + water (got all the grease off first)
• sanded everything w 150 grit
• vacuum + microfiber (don’t skip this… dust will ruin your finish)
• sprayed oil-based primer (best for bleed through + adhesion)
• light sand w 180 after primer
• sprayed 2 coats of tan paint (this is your “wood base”)
• brushed on oil-based glaze + worked it in sections
• softened w a deck brush + added grain w a broom (this is the magic part)
👉 if you mess up, just smooth it out + redo it
• let dry 24 hrs
• mixed my “toner” = water-based topcoat + a little brown stain
(1/2 qt topcoat : ~1 tbsp stain)
• sprayed 3 coats, LIGHT sand w 400 between coats
⚠️don’t sand too hard or you’ll mess up the glaze
this is way easier than it looks once you try it 😅
2026-03-31 17:42:32
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SubVet1969❌ :
As a woodworker I’m usually not a big fan of painting over real wood but this project looks fantastic.
2026-03-31 13:43:43
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lisaspurlock1971 :
Holy cow! That is beautiful! this is my favorite piece I've refinished so far.
2026-04-02 02:28:25
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Lauren Lea :
Please don’t paint it white please don’t paint it white
2026-04-06 08:31:52
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Angela 1970 😈 :
I don’t need another hobby. I don’t need another hobby. I don’t need another hobby.🦋🦋🦋
2026-04-01 02:53:06
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Michelle Connolly :
Wow that's gorgeous !
2026-04-01 20:16:22
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Amber N Dugas :
I have this exact dresser. thank you 🙏🥰
2026-03-31 21:25:34
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BruiserX :
use paint thinner/mineral spirits to save some time sanding, it scrapes right off then you do a light sanding, saves time and sandpaper/paint since you don't have to cover dark tones. looks great keep it up
2026-04-28 02:26:52
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Amalia :
You make it look sooooo easy that I am thinking on doing it on my mom’s old dresser. BUT I know I can’t 😬
2026-04-26 01:11:17
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cthompsone :
Heremine after
2026-04-02 09:35:30
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Slither1069 :
That was damn impressive
2026-04-01 21:16:54
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Roxanne Jacobs :
You did an awesome job
2026-03-31 15:53:01
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LunchLadyLinda1 :
My luck it would have bed bugs
2026-04-02 00:57:15
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Ipomoeapurpurea :
I was ready to hate it, but you did such a good job!
2026-03-31 13:31:05
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Bhattabaugh :
This is incredible😍
2026-03-31 12:47:30
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Kendra Morris :
This is gorgeous!!! Amazing work!
2026-03-31 21:59:48
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11.11.Farnsworth :
I feel dumb to ask, but if it is mdf or "fake" wood, can this be done?
2026-04-10 14:49:42
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Dakota :
the most relaxing thing I’ve seen today. Such talent you have. Beautiful!
2026-04-01 00:16:43
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Hayley :
this was relaxing af to watch
2026-03-31 15:35:47
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MartyG :
I was ready to hate on this but it genuinely looks great
2026-04-02 14:42:53
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Lisa Capra :
Because everyone knows how to do this🥴
2026-03-31 13:42:59
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Rénovation Seconde Vie ♻️ :
Good work ! ☺️But why do you throw away the handles ? Why don’t you just paint them for another project? 🙏🏼
2026-03-31 15:50:52
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