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Small California beach town with that special feeling where world feels smaller and quieter.

u/ZokaMoka — 20 hours ago
▲ 4 r/furniturerestoration

First Time. Need guidance to make this Dresser look a little better

I live in an apartment, and found this dresser that is perfect size for me.

I want to try to improve how this dresser looks. I have never worked/restored a furniture before, and I don't have high expectations. I don't care about scratches etc, but simply want this to look a little better. Like if I can make this looking mostly same shade and shine, I will be happy.

ChatGPT is suggesting liquid deglosser, followed by hand damp sanding, then water based staining, and then water based polyurethane topcoat.

However I would like to get opinion from the experts here.

What would be the a beginner friendly way to improve the look of this dresser. I live in apartment so can't use any power tools, but I am more than willing to put in time and elbow grease. Any suggestions would be much appreciated. Thanks!

And if you think that this is a lost cause/ too expensive for a beginner, that knowledge would also be helpful, and I can put this back on curb. Thank you.

u/ZokaMoka — 7 days ago