Between the two of us we have probably refinished more than 100 pieces of furniture. It is something we love to do!
To take an old discarded piece of furniture and turn it into an heirloom is so rewarding. Not to mention the thrill of the hunt at flea markets and thrift stores.
Are you wondering how to refinish furniture for a special piece in your home?
We have tried many products over the years for removing old paint finishes. However, we decided to try something new this time, Citristrip™ and we are thrilled with the results.
If you are looking for an easy way to remove an old painted finish, this is the product to use.
This is not an endorsed post, we genuinely loved the results we got and want to share it with you.
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Love the piece! Do you think this technique would also work on mahogany?
I have the same question , do you think this technique would also work on mahogany?
Mary, I have not tried to bleach mahogany. I’ve used this technique on walnut and cherry with great results. I would try it in an inconspicuous place to make sure you are happy with the results.
Beatriz, I have not tried to bleach mahogany. I’ve used this technique on walnut and cherry with great results. I would try it in an inconspicuous place to make sure you are happy with the results.
I have that same dresser in Mia’s room – it was a hand me down & has been painted white. I love seeing the potential this piece of furniture has! WOW!
Does this same method work with removing chalk paint?
How fun Renee! Yes, the Citristrip will remove all types of paint. We recently used it on old French style twin beds that had an oil-based paint, which is a little more difficult to remove. But it did the job. Check out our website in the next day or 2 and see how we made a French inspired daybed from 2 twin beds.
At first I wasn’t sure I’d like this but I really do now! Well done. I use a new, soft shoe buff brush to buff my wax. It gets into those pesky trim places. Also it’s easier on my hands somehow. If any brush marks are left I then use tee shirt material to smooth it out. This piece is really exceptional, great job.
Thank you Jauquetta, the is a great tip. We will definitely try that next time we wax.
I love Citristrip and it’s the only thing I use. I am in love with this makeover! It looks so much more beautiful rather than painted. Not everything needs paint and this is one of those…lol. I have to say you did a supburb job!
Thank you Shirley! We are thrilled with the results a well. And Citristrip is now our favorite stripper as well. I couldn’t help but gasp when I saw how easily it removed the old paint. Thank you for following along.