I transformed a dirty old desk with burn marks into a pair of modern nightstands – the final product was beautiful
A DIY TikToker transformed a dirty old desk into a decorative nightstand.
Home expert Remy (@remyrestores) took viewers through her step-by-step furniture remodeling process.
“Watch me transform this old desk, this used to be someone’s old workbench,” she explained as she showed viewers the scratched piece covered in stickers.
She got started on the mission of desk makeover when she began to remove the drawers.
The creative DIYer then explained the next step for taking the workbench from worn-out to wow, as she took out her tools.
“Then I cut out the middle of the desk using my circular saw, and the rest with the hammer,” she said.
It didn’t take long for the beat-up desk to start looking brand new.
“Next, I clean the piece and scuff sand everything. I fill in the holes with Bondo, and paint wash two of the drawers using tan paint, and water,” she explained.
She proceeded to sand the Bondo smooth before she primed everything using two cans of primer.
As the decorative detailing continued, Remi explained the following rule for the furniture fixer-upper project:
“I seal the paint-washed drawers with one-hour enamel and clear satin, and paint the rest in Celtic Fog.”
The makeover wouldn’t be complete without the TikToker’s literal stamp of approval, as she added her initials to the inside of the drawer using a stamp.
The final reveal is drastic, as the dirty old workbench has been given new life, this time as two luxe nightstands, with a muted paint color and wood finishes.
To top off the transformation, Remi also added books, a small painting, and a decorative vase.
The TikToker has acquired quite a few fans following the furniture hack.
“Very pretty,” applauded one follower.
“Absolutely fantastic job,” remarked another viewer.