Old and worn - these needed EVERYTHING!

From worn and dated to Designer GORGEOUS! These started out as large, worn-out Broyhill nightstands with heavy trim, dated hardware, and a traditional look that felt anything but designer. The size was there—but the details were not. In this video, I take you through the full refinishing and redesign process to completely transform them into clean, modern, designer-style nightstands. This wasn’t just a paint job. I removed and replaced decorative details, replaced the trim to change the overall profile, filled old hardware holes, and carefully re-drilled for a new layout. The goal was to simplify the design, improve proportions, and let the size of these pieces work for them instead of against them. What you’ll see in this makeover: • Evaluating oversized furniture and deciding if it’s worth the work • Removing outdated trim and decorative elements • Modifying details to create a cleaner, more modern look • Filling, moving, and drilling new hardware holes correctly • Choosing and installing new gold hardware • Applying a rich, neutral dark taupe finish that elevates the entire piece • Balancing color, scale, and hardware to achieve a designer-inspired result Throughout the video, I explain why each decision is made—not just how—so you can apply the same principles to your own furniture projects, even if your pieces look completely different. If you’ve ever wondered: • Can outdated nightstands be made to look designer? • Is it worth changing trim or details instead of working around them? • How much hardware placement really affects the final look? This video walks through all of that step by step. I share the full process—from problem-solving at the beginning to the finished reveal—so you can see how thoughtful design choices and proper prep can completely change the feel of a piece. If you’re learning furniture refinishing and want to understand how to rework structure, details, and layout instead of just paint color, this makeover is a great example of what’s possible. From tutorials to ebooks and project trackers, everything I share is designed to help you learn as you go. You’ll find helpful resources linked on my website. Thanks for watching, and don’t forget to subscribe if you enjoy step-by-step furniture refinishing and real-world makeovers. If you want to learn more about furniture refinishing, you can pick up my Beginner’s Guide to Furniture Refinishing at https://www.olivestreetdesigns.com/eb... More details are on YouTube! Watch the full-length YouTube video here:    • Old and worn - these needed EVERYTHING!   Amazon Storefront – Lists of my favorite products! https://www.amazon.com/shop/olive.str... Painted in Fairview Taupe by Benjamin Moore Products: Krud Kutter Degreaser https://amzn.to/3FVMcEM Sanding Nets https://amzn.to/4qpbdcW Sanding Pads/Sponges https://amzn.to/49mgNGo Glazing and Spot Putty https://amzn.to/44yavSQ Bondo https://amzn.to/43nrdCl Primer https://amzn.to/3zt3kP0 Topcoat https://amzn.to/3PUJy3i Knobs https://amzn.to/4t7poWk Equipment: Drawer Hardware Jig https://amzn.to/42Bqq1Y Sprayer https://amzn.to/3LFFVzN SurfPrep Detail Sander Use the link or code OLIVEST for a discount https://surfprepsanding.com/product/3... Cordless Screwdriver https://amzn.to/4bhW495 Dollies https://amzn.to/4ix6qSP DISCOUNT CODES – use these codes or links to save with every order! Farmhouse Paint https://farmhousepaint.rfrl.co/oqzxr OR use code olivestreet10 Fusion Mineral Paint https://shop.fusionmineralpaint.com?s... My favorite detail sander Use the link or code OLIVEST for a discount https://surfprepsanding.com/product/3...