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Julia • Flying Dutchman Furniture • Furniture Flip Tips & DIY on Instagram: "Comment “LINKS” for my go-to products to prevent or fix these mistakes AND for my latex paint hack! Frustrated with furniture flips that chip, peel, or just don’t look the way you hoped? Here’s what might be going wrong and how to fix it: 1️⃣ Skipping Primer: Primer ensures a solid bond so your paint stays put. Don’t skip this step—prime like a pro! 2️⃣ Using the Wrong Paint: Wall paint on furniture? Not ideal. It doesn’t hold up to wear and tear. Opt for a durable option like One Hour Enamel. Got leftover latex paint? I’ve got a hack to make it furniture-friendly. Comment “LINKS” to learn how! 3️⃣ Using the Wrong Sandpaper Grit: Work smarter, not harder. Use 80-120 grit to remove finishes, 150-180 grit to pre
Julia • Flying Dutchman Furniture • Furniture Flip Tips & DIY on Instagram: "Comment “LINKS” for my go-to products to prevent or fix these mistakes AND for my latex paint hack! Frustrated with furniture flips that chip, peel, or just don’t look the way you hoped? Here’s what might be going wrong and how to fix it: 1️⃣ Skipping Primer: Primer ensures a solid bond so your paint stays put. Don’t skip this step—prime like a pro! 2️⃣ Using the Wrong Paint: Wall paint on furniture? Not ideal. It doesn’t hold up to wear and tear. Opt for a durable option like One Hour Enamel. Got leftover latex paint? I’ve got a hack to make it furniture-friendly. Comment “LINKS” to learn how! 3️⃣ Using the Wrong Sandpaper Grit: Work smarter, not harder. Use 80-120 grit to remove finishes, 150-180 grit to pre
molly harris | diy furniture flips on Instagram: "If I was just starting out today with no tools + no garage, THIS is how I would flip every single piece. The ‘pottery barn’ finish sells fast & for top $$$. I bought this piece for $50 and sold it for $450 in 24 hours💰 Here’s how I did it: + scuff sand with 150 grit + vacuum/wipe away dust to prep for primer + apply 3 coats of Zinnser bullseye 1-2-3 primer tinted in the color turbo tan (this will give you a wood colored base) and sand lightly with 320 grit before third coat. (If your hardware store won’t tint your primer, you can achieve the same look by priming first then adding tan paint!) + apply two coats of my favorite pickled oak gel stain.. drag the the whisk broom across lightly to create texture & grain. + apply one coat of the
molly harris | diy furniture flips on Instagram: "If I was just starting out today with no tools + no garage, THIS is how I would flip every single piece. The ‘pottery barn’ finish sells fast & for top $$$. I bought this piece for $50 and sold it for $450 in 24 hours💰 Here’s how I did it: + scuff sand with 150 grit + vacuum/wipe away dust to prep for primer + apply 3 coats of Zinnser bullseye 1-2-3 primer tinted in the color turbo tan (this will give you a wood colored base) and sand lightly with 320 grit before third coat. (If your hardware store won’t tint your primer, you can achieve the same look by priming first then adding tan paint!) + apply two coats of my favorite pickled oak gel stain.. drag the the whisk broom across lightly to create texture & grain. + apply one coat of the
Julia • Flying Dutchman Furniture • Furniture Flip Tips & DIY on Instagram: "Comment “ULTIMATE” for all the links, including budget-friendly picks! Flipping furniture? These are the must-haves you need to tackle every step, from prep to finish, like a pro. No unnecessary steps, just smooth results. ⭐ Orbital Sander: Create a flawless surface that makes paint or stain glide on evenly. ⭐ Wood Filler: Fix dents, deep scratches, or dings—because the best finishes start with smooth foundations. ⭐ The Ultimate Primer: Amazing adhesion and coverage for nearly any surface, ensuring your paint stays put. ⭐ One Hour Enamel Paint: Durable, scratch-resistant, and dries fast—no topcoat required, saving you time and effort. ⭐ Paint Sprayer: Get that smooth, professional look in minutes without the
Julia • Flying Dutchman Furniture • Furniture Flip Tips & DIY on Instagram: "Comment “ULTIMATE” for all the links, including budget-friendly picks! Flipping furniture? These are the must-haves you need to tackle every step, from prep to finish, like a pro. No unnecessary steps, just smooth results. ⭐ Orbital Sander: Create a flawless surface that makes paint or stain glide on evenly. ⭐ Wood Filler: Fix dents, deep scratches, or dings—because the best finishes start with smooth foundations. ⭐ The Ultimate Primer: Amazing adhesion and coverage for nearly any surface, ensuring your paint stays put. ⭐ One Hour Enamel Paint: Durable, scratch-resistant, and dries fast—no topcoat required, saving you time and effort. ⭐ Paint Sprayer: Get that smooth, professional look in minutes without the
Julia • Flying Dutchman Furniture • Furniture Flip Tips & DIY on Instagram: "Comment “ULTIMATE” for all the links, including budget-friendly picks! Flipping furniture? These are the must-haves you need to tackle every step, from prep to finish, like a pro. No unnecessary steps, just smooth results. ⭐ Orbital Sander: Create a flawless surface that makes paint or stain glide on evenly. ⭐ Wood Filler: Fix dents, deep scratches, or dings—because the best finishes start with smooth foundations. ⭐ The Ultimate Primer: Amazing adhesion and coverage for nearly any surface, ensuring your paint stays put. ⭐ One Hour Enamel Paint: Durable, scratch-resistant, and dries fast—no topcoat required, saving you time and effort. ⭐ Paint Sprayer: Get that smooth, professional look in minutes without the
Erica • DIY• Furniture Flips • Easy Tips on Instagram: "✨ Ready to transform your furniture? Here are the top 3 reasons to use acetone for easy finish removal! ⤵️ 1️⃣ Say goodbye to tedious hand sanding and chemical strippers! Acetone makes removing old finishes a breeze, even in those tricky nooks and crannies. 🖌️✨ 2️⃣ Save time and money! With acetone, you can quickly strip finishes and get straight to the fun part—refinishing! ⏰💸 3️⃣ Safety first! Always wear your PPE (personal protective equipment) when using acetone. It’s essential for keeping you safe while you work. 🧤💖 Want the full step-by-step process and a list of supplies? Just comment “OLD” below, but remember to follow me first! If you don’t see a message, check your settings—it might be marked as spam. Thank you! 🙌
Erica • DIY• Furniture Flips • Easy Tips on Instagram: "✨ Ready to transform your furniture? Here are the top 3 reasons to use acetone for easy finish removal! ⤵️ 1️⃣ Say goodbye to tedious hand sanding and chemical strippers! Acetone makes removing old finishes a breeze, even in those tricky nooks and crannies. 🖌️✨ 2️⃣ Save time and money! With acetone, you can quickly strip finishes and get straight to the fun part—refinishing! ⏰💸 3️⃣ Safety first! Always wear your PPE (personal protective equipment) when using acetone. It’s essential for keeping you safe while you work. 🧤💖 Want the full step-by-step process and a list of supplies? Just comment “OLD” below, but remember to follow me first! If you don’t see a message, check your settings—it might be marked as spam. Thank you! 🙌
Erica • DIY• Furniture Flips • Easy Tips on Instagram: "✨ Ready to transform your furniture? Here are the top 3 reasons to use acetone for easy finish removal! ⤵️ 1️⃣ Say goodbye to tedious hand sanding and chemical strippers! Acetone makes removing old finishes a breeze, even in those tricky nooks and crannies. 🖌️✨ 2️⃣ Save time and money! With acetone, you can quickly strip finishes and get straight to the fun part—refinishing! ⏰💸 3️⃣ Safety first! Always wear your PPE (personal protective equipment) when using acetone. It’s essential for keeping you safe while you work. 🧤💖 Want the full step-by-step process and a list of supplies? Just comment “OLD” below, but remember to follow me first! If you don’t see a message, check your settings—it might be marked as spam. Thank you! 🙌
Minwax Gel Stain Oil-based Simply White Semi-transparent Interior Stain (1-quart) | 616110444
Minwax Gel Stain is specifically designed to give you full control over the staining process and help you achieve beautiful results. Minwax Gel Stain Oil-based Simply White Semi-transparent Interior Stain (1-quart) | 616110444
Stain and Finishing Oil by Fusion Paint @ The Painted Heirloom
Stain and Finishing Oil by Fusion Paint @ The Painted Heirloom
General Finishes High Performance Water Based Topcoat, 1 Quart, Satin
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