25+ Inspiring Secondhand Furniture Makeovers

Save money, get inspired and learn how to turn dated, tattered and broken secondhand furniture into beautiful, stylish and unique one-of-a-kind pieces!

I love hunting for and transforming old, dated and damaged secondhand furniture. 

From the thrill of the hunt to the feeling of accomplishment, transforming secondhand furniture is a great way to save money and turn something dated into something beautiful. 

Before I get to the 25+ furniture makeovers, I want to share some resources to help you find, update and personalize your own secondhand makeovers

WHERE TO FIND USED FURNITURE 

There are two types of places to find affordable used furniture: brick-and-mortar stores and online.  

ONLINE SECONDHAND FURNITURE SOURCES: 

- Facebook Marketplace

- Local Facebook Groups

- Craigslist

- Online Auctions

- Online Estate Sales

- Letgo

- OfferUp

BRICK AND MORTAR SECONDHAND FURNITURE SOURCES:

- Thrift Stores (Goodwill, Salvation Army, 2nd Avenue, Savers, Planet Aid, Unique, Urban Thrift, etc.)

- Church Missions

- Habitat for Humanity

- Flea Markets 

- Estate Sales

- Auctions

- Yard Sales

HELPFUL INFORMATION: The best sources, tips, tricks and questions to ask when searching for good quality, used furniture and decor.

COMMON SUPPLIES NEEDED TO UPDATE, RESTORE AND TRANSFORM SECONDHAND FURNITURE

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- Paint (I like Fusion Mineral Paint and General Finishes)

- Wax and/or Sealer

- Orbital Sander

- Paint Brush

- Lint-Free Rags

- Cleaner

- Drill

- Clamps

- Wood Glue

- Epoxy Wood Filler

- New Hardware

25+ SECONDHAND FURNITURE MAKEOVERS

ONE: $15 Dresser Turned Industrial-Inspired Chest

TWO: Light Gray and Black MCM Dresser 

THREE: Dresser Turned Faux Apothecary Cabinet

FOUR: Gray and Wood Double MCM Dresser

FIVE: Drop Leaf Side Table Makeover

SIX: Shackteau Interiors Villiage Green Chippy Table Makeover

SEVEN: Bright and Modern Bassett Dresser Makeover

EIGHT: Black Triple Dresser MCM Makeover

NINE: Industrial Inspired Multi-Drawer Chest Makeover

TEN: White Distressed Double Dresser 

ELEVEN: White and Wood MCM Dresser

TWELVE: Quick and Easy Goodwill Side Table Makeover

THIRTEEN: DIY Apothecary Cabinet Dresser Makeover 

FOURTEEN: Dated Vintage Server Makeover

FIFTEEN: Painted Multi-drawer Hardware Cabinet

SIXTEEN: Raw Wood Look Antique Dresser

SEVENTEEN: Light Gray Dresser Turned Industrial Chest

EIGHTEEN: Snow White MCM Dresser

NINETEEN: Modern Farmhouse Bassett Desk Makeover 

TWENTY: Dated Dresser Turned Vintage Boho Inspired Chest

TWENTY-ONE: White and Wood Mid-Century Modern Dresser Makeover 

TWENTY-TWO: How to Get the Perfect Raw Wood Finish

TWENTY-THREE: White and Wood MCM Dresser

TWENTY-FOUR: White and Wood Tall Bassett Dresser

TWENTY-FIVE: Dated Goodwill Dresser Turned Vintage-Inspired Chest

TWENTY-SIX: The Best Way to Paint Over Dark Stained Furniture

TWENTY-SEVEN: Simple and Classic Black Distressed Server

No matter your style, updating secondhand furniture is the best way to create custom and beautiful pieces that perfectly complement your home! 

       

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