BEGINNER'S GUIDE - Laminate, Veneer, or Wood?? // Furniture Flipping & Refinishing

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This is geared more towards those just starting out with furniture flipping and refinishing, who may be dealing with some confusion regarding solid wood, veneer, and laminate.
I get asked ALL the time "is that solid wood" from potential buyers, and some people are put off when a piece is veneer. Veneer IS wood, and is not the enemy (haha)... and then there is laminate which is a whole other story, and a confusing term on its own- in this video I'm only referring to the plastic manmade versions, not glued wood (like plywood etc) which is sometimes referred to as LAMINATED wood. They don't make it easy on us, do they? haha
This is a quick breakdown of all three, some perks vs cons of each, and a surprise furniture reveal at the end!
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@mastiffmom2592 3 года назад

I most appreciate that you are thinking of us rookies, out here. Some creators do keep us in mind, from time to time. I’m in the middle of my first piece and, of course it’s taking me longer than I want it to. I really do want to learn these types of things and how to identify different types of wood. Thank you for helping 💕

@abrahammolina7802 2 года назад

What he said.

@HavaWM 3 года назад

I can always tell laminate (you just can’t fake real wood), but it’s sometimes difficult to tell veneer vs solid wood, so that part was VERY helpful. Thank you so much!

@tessahack8185 3 года назад

Thank you for sharing this information! I’m relatively new at refinishing furniture and have had the hardest time picking out whether something is veneer or laminate. This was so helpful!

@anncastaneda934 3 года назад

So helpful! Loved the info! I’m still learning and hoping to grow my furniture business especially after I retire as a nurse! Thanks!

@thatoldaner 3 года назад

Excellent info! I like that you discussed the confusion some have between veneer and laminate. And also the solid wood "myth". I smile every time I read an ad that says solid wood, VERY HEAVY! haha Folks, "very heavy" is a good clue that the piece may have a particle board substrate. I have found a lot of my solid wood furniture is actually lighter than pieces with man made substrates. Great video!

@TranscendFurnitureGallery 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it! and you're so right!

@John-w4w4r 28 дней назад

Ty you're very informative and helpful ❤🎉🎉😊 I found this article very interesting ty for sharing this with us. 😊

@jeanmoreland2950 3 года назад

Thank you for this detailed explanation!! I’m a total beginner and have delayed trying projects because I didn’t know the difference and didn’t want to ruin a piece. Based on your explanation, I think the dresser I’ve had since childhood has veneer. I wanted to paint the trim black and sand down and stain the top and drawer faces. Wish I could attach a photo and have you weigh in!

@mariacastro2682 28 дней назад

Thank you,.. just starting out trying to figure out what is what,..going to refinish the top of a dresser and trying to learn the process,..great video!

@TranscendFurnitureGallery 28 дней назад

You're so welcome! 😊

@brentmoseley3176 2 года назад

I am taking a fairly unique approach, I suppose, as I actually make smaller pieces of furniture from scratch. Being that these are smaller items (like end tables), I usually opt for solid hardwoods all around, with just some Baltic birch 7 ply plywood in places where appropriate. Otherwise, I love to use solid woods such as cherry, walnut, curly maple, granadillo, poplar, and even Bolivian rosewood when I can find it (which is not often). So yep, the cost is very high. And working part time, I only turn out a half dozen or so pieces a year. But each one is unique, and very well constructed. And I just love doing it! There is nothing so nice as high quality furniture!!

@tomcurtis197 Год назад

That really helps a whole lot! 90% of the stuff in my area on market place is advertised as solid wood. When I go look at the piece, it's an obvious laminate, and I walk away from it. I'm not equipped to deal with that type yet. Gotta know when to hold em, and when to fold em!

@TranscendFurnitureGallery Год назад

I mean, laminate can be redone. HOWEVER - it is not, on any level, solid wood.

@jannygauthier4533 3 года назад

Thanks for this helpful info! I appreciate you showing the tables as well. I'm starting on my first table tomorrow.

@Stacy_SJA 3 года назад

Wow! I’ve been trying to find these answers for so long! Thank you so much and good luck on your channel 💗

@jenalynch5878 3 года назад

Thank you for taking the time to make this informative video! Very helpful as I start working on a project with my great grandma’s dresser set that was long ago painted. Can’t wait to see what’s under there.

@LittleDergon 3 года назад

I clicked on this video as I came across a surprise when trying my hand at redoing a bathroom cabinet. I sanded down the paint to reveal pressed wood and honestly had no idea what it was or if I could do anything about the raised areas that had water damage. Within 2 minutes you answered all my questions and turns out I'm doing the right think by just painting over it after sanding it flat 😁 so glad I found your videos, your easy to follow steps and your reasoning for how and why you fix things in certain ways gave me the confidence to attempt this fix myself in the first place! 😁

@mmlitcher 3 года назад

Thank you for taking the time to give us a video on these distinctions, it definitely is difficult to tell right away. Love the way you really explain things in all your videos.!

@creationsbykat.k6413 3 года назад

Not new info for me particularly but really well explained. As a newbie to flipping I wish I had this video in the beginning. Keep up the great work I love your videos.

@petranilla14 3 года назад

I know the terms but I've never had them explained and now I know exactly what to look for. Thank you.

@ashleyrobinson5950 3 года назад

Thank you for this thorough explanation! I am a beginner flipper and this video was very helpful! I love your content and transformations! I’m looking forward to seeing your channel grow!

@CFinch360 2 года назад

Super helpful thank you. Enjoy all your videos, your music, your little laugh, your nice voice. Not to mention I've learned and lot and gotten lots of inspiration.

@Sno_White23 3 года назад

Thank you so much for the lesson! I have always wondered and thought that hard wood was superior and I wouldn't be able to refinish anything that wasn't. You are awesome.

@lorettahoban2682 2 года назад

Thank you I feel like a mist has lifted before my eyes :) great video thank you so much for sharing, best wishes from Ireland

@catofthecastle1681 3 года назад

I’m so glad you said that about veneer! I have some very fine veneered furniture!

@jamiehoover33 11 месяцев назад

I’m a visual learner. Best video I’ve found so far for that topic!

@TranscendFurnitureGallery 11 месяцев назад

Glad it was helpful! Oddly enough, I’m going to be doing an updated (and much more in depth) version very soon. This one you just watched was kind of a quick start guide, so to speak. Plus my editing has come a long way since then lol

@katherinek8448 3 года назад

Thank you posting this. I’ve been so confused as to what is wood and what isn’t and what is a mixture. I’ll have to watch this again and take notes. 💕

@annegray6955 3 года назад

I found this extremely helpful. I am picking up a piece tomorrow and have no clue what type of wood or finish it has. I now know what to look for.. Thank you.. Much love from England 🇬🇧❤

@travkenn1019 3 года назад

Crazy! I just found your channel this morning and I was just describing all of this to someone just a few hours ago.

@archbud2334 3 года назад

I like your work, the attention to detail is refreshing. It comes across that you really care about what and how your renovation work turns out. I like that, so I've subscribed to your channel. I look forward to seeing how your channel develops. Best of luck with it. Warmest wishes to you.

@TranscendFurnitureGallery 3 года назад

Aw, thank you so much!

@helenromanelli2544 Год назад

thank you for this very informative video. I have been confused by these terms and also appreciate that even 'solid wood' is often not truly what I think of when I hear that term. I always learn something from you and so appreciate your time and expertise. I return to your videos time and again and mine them for details that i missed the first time (or 2!) through. You are a gem.

@TranscendFurnitureGallery Год назад

Glad it was helpful! Thank you so much for you incredibly kind words, I really appreciate that!

@kimvaughn92 3 года назад

I’ve been holding on to my grandmother’s mid century dresser to paint for my dining console. This video is extremely helpful, thanks!

@amouramarie 2 года назад

Thank you! I know absolutely nothing about wood furniture, so all these tips were great for me.

@kathrynnewton8721 2 года назад

I’m a bit of a real wood snob, but found your input, very informative, thank you!

@kaymack5304 Год назад

I really appreciate how, in all your videos, you teach. You tell us what you are using and why not only in regards to tools or supplies but finishes too. Why are there so many top coats? We’ll, Angie will tell you why she chose what she did for a project. I feel immersed in a online class when I binge watch your videos.

@TranscendFurnitureGallery Год назад

I appreciate that! Thank you so much for watching!

@kimberlyhanley5905 3 года назад

You really do transcend furniture! Amazing. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and talent. It's all helpful for me when remaking my pieces. Namaste.

@barbmccarthy6811 Год назад

I’ve always been afraid of picking something and finding out it’s low end crap! This is very helpful. I’ll have to pin this next time I go out looking for something to do. Thanks for the lesson Angie.

@TranscendFurnitureGallery Год назад

You're very welcome Barb! Thanks for watching!

@elesabethbacherta2343 3 года назад

Great explanation of differences! Very easy to follow and understand. Thank you.

@sylviapearson301 3 года назад

Beautiful dresser. Thank you for the tutorial and clarifying laminate versus veneer. Your work is exceptional I enjoy watching your process. 🌸

@angelacothron1119 3 года назад

Thank you so much. This was one of my questions and how to repurpose them.

@brittrathbunwoo7370 Год назад

You are a great teacher & I love your attention to detail even in teaching.

@TranscendFurnitureGallery Год назад

Thank you! 😃

@n.p.7671 3 года назад

Outstanding info. You are very inspiring and artistic.! So glad your channel popped up. Keep them coming.

@mrsallman6992 3 года назад

Well, now I know my desk is veneer....thanks! Very informative video!

@beccaseward 10 месяцев назад

Thank you so much for the information! Just getting into flipping furniture, specifically dressers so this is very very helpful. I admit I did not know veneer was wood, and thought it was similar to laminate. I could tell the difference between real wood and veneer or laminate, but not veneer and laminate. So thank you!!

@TranscendFurnitureGallery 10 месяцев назад

You're very welcome! I'm so glad I could help! 🙂

@cathyknapp9360 3 года назад

Thank you for sharing this I know I needed to have a better understanding I have been refurnishing some of the furniture in my house and this is how to me to see what or how to best fix the problem love you show can't wait for the next show thank you for teaching us new beginners what we need to know have a great day and God bless you

@deadnthehead4557 Год назад

I'm starting to get into woodworking/cabinetry. I wasn't really thinking about things being made out of plastic laminates, or veneers. That is until I wanted to paint the bathroom vanity, and learned that paint does not get along with cheap laminate! Lol Thanks for the info.

@TranscendFurnitureGallery Год назад

Not without some prep work before hand it doesn't. 😊 I'm glad I could help and thanks for watching!

@CrysLuv27 Год назад

I’ve watched a handful of your videos now. All your pieces are so gorgeous ❤

@TranscendFurnitureGallery Год назад

Thank you so much!

@betzhecrodriguez 2 года назад

I will admit I was one that thought veneer and laminate were the same thing. Thank you for that good piece of information.

@KTW3435 3 года назад

This was a great video! Much needed info for beginners (like myself). Thanks!

@martindunford2291 Год назад

am new to your channel and am captivated by the skill and attention shown. you also provide valuable info for the true beginners. added to your warm yet determined attitude these make for great viewing.thank-you

@TranscendFurnitureGallery Год назад

Thank you so much for watching and the kind words! 😊

@anneblimkie3431 Год назад

Love your videos. You are quick, down to earth and so knowlegable !!

@TranscendFurnitureGallery Год назад

Thank you so much for watching!

@brendatomlinson 3 года назад

This is a great tutorial! I subscribed.

@olgagaspar1700 3 года назад

I really appreciate your help with this. This was so helpful.

@moonaglow 2 года назад

So very grateful for your knowledge, expertise and for sharing. Very helpful. Definitely changing my perspective on how to turn something hideous to amazing beauty.

@BioBug96 Год назад

THANK YOU!!! This is exactly what I was looking for. Subscribed. Will definitely come back to reference this video as I learn things.

@TranscendFurnitureGallery Год назад

You're welcome!! Welcome to the channel. I'm glad it was able to help! 😊

@Kelly_Mae Год назад

I’m a noob, and it looks like I have a veneer dresser with some solid wood. Thank you for teaching me this! I took many notes.

@TranscendFurnitureGallery Год назад

You're most welcome! Thanks for watching!

@praneethpragallapati4983 Год назад

You’re amazing! You literally answered all the questions I had. Thank you!

@TranscendFurnitureGallery Год назад

You are so welcome!

@aprilrain2011 3 года назад

Thank you.. so simple when you explain it. And show us. Beautiful

@darlenemccarthy7251 3 года назад

Thank you for this... I'm still learning! 🙂

@LegionOfShrooms 2 года назад

Love sanding and staining wood really thinking of making a little business out out it.

@rachelo315 6 месяцев назад

I picked up this dresser you would LOVE! IT WAS FREE, MCM. Ive tried googling it and I cant find anything like it. It's absolutely gorgeous and people keep telling me I can't sand it but it's veneer and I know I can. I wish I could send you a picture 😅 it's beautiful. Found replacements for the same exact pulls on eBay because it's missing one.

@TranscendFurnitureGallery 6 месяцев назад

It sounds gorgeous! Have fun! 🙂

@annettehalliday8892 3 года назад

Very thankful for your knowledge Angie. 👏👏👏

@conmac4060 2 года назад

Was watching to try to refinish my table, found you by search. Was very taken back when you said you were from Nova Scotia, I’m from Cape Breton!

@TranscendFurnitureGallery 5 месяцев назад

That's wonderful!

@wm23121984 3 года назад

This video is answer to my prayers!

@rileyrenee9916 3 года назад

Just found your channel and I'm loving it! Love your tattoo's too!

@bellepoupee61 3 года назад

Bonsoir Angie, thank you so much, very informative. Your dresser turned out beautiful! Christine 🇨🇦

@cer145 3 года назад

Very informative and helpful! Thank you!

@ashleyjohnson6513 2 года назад

I would love an one on one class! You could definitely sale zoom classes!! 🥰

@Michele-zn5yi 3 года назад

Extremely informative. You are a great educator.

@catastrfy 3 года назад

i did find it informative, but KITTY! that kitty is so cute!

@yalorde212 2 года назад

Thanks thanks thanks, for clearing and specifying the differences.thanks

@TranscendFurnitureGallery Год назад

You're so welcome, glad to help!

@sabentley101 Год назад

Angie, thank you again!

@TranscendFurnitureGallery Год назад

You are so welcome!

@aprilsmith4797 Год назад

Yay I'm learning. Thank you very much 🎉🎉❤

@TranscendFurnitureGallery Год назад

You're so welcome! I'm so glad I can help!

@kanases 3 года назад

Very informative and..... I see a few dressers, I'll be keeping my eye on your FB page for reveals! Sue K. 😎

@vegrunner6688 2 года назад

Very helpful....now I'll search your channel to see if you have videos on the different substrates!

@TranscendFurnitureGallery Год назад

Thanks for watching!

@kikiscomment 3 года назад

Preach! If I had a dollar for every time I’ve been asked, “Is it solid wood?” 🙄

@TranscendFurnitureGallery 3 года назад

Right?? Or every time I see an ad for “solid wood” furniture and you can literally see the pressed wood in the pics lol

@scatwater 3 года назад

I really enjoyed the content. I lean toward the woodworking side of things but your content has me intrigued. I live in the heart of Amish country so they kinda have the woodworking thing down for furniture and stuff but. But there are not a lot of people in my area who recreate furniture. So maybe I have found a niche to work in. I have slabs just waiting for something. So it might work out to get rid of a laminate top and use the base and put a live edge top on it or one of a hundred different ways to skin a cat. Thanks again I look forward to your journey. I see you have jumped 1k in about a day. Congrats

@TranscendFurnitureGallery 3 года назад

I’ve added wood planks to tops of laminate pieces before! It gives it a nice rustic modern feel :-)

@robertakiss9578 3 года назад

Thanks so much 🙏 l do appreciate all your work, it's so helpful to have you on RU-vid 👌 please, if you have time, shed some light on the drawers (when to paint, what do you do if you have bad wood quality on them but the piece itself is nice, how you block odours if the drawer is already pained etc) and some troubleshooting if the painted drawer get stuck 😀 🤦 yepp, a lot to learn here in Norway😅

@joycemyrick7053 3 года назад

Wow I never knew all this about furniture. Thanks 👏👏👏

@nataliatsukanova1714 Год назад

Great video! Thank you so much! I learned a lot from you!

@TranscendFurnitureGallery Год назад

You're very welcome! I'm so glad I could help!

@melanieeaton7302 3 года назад

You are a wonderful teacher!

@jaxturner6896 3 года назад

Thank you for this informative video! I love this video! (I have to watch again and save!) 🖌❤

@dot2dal 3 года назад

Great tips! Beautiful dresser! Welcome to RU-vid ! Excited to hear you are from NS! I was thinking from your other videos you were Canadian! I didn’t pick up on your NS accent! I’m from NS and currently living in AB!

@TranscendFurnitureGallery 3 года назад

Oh neat! I lived in Calgary for a few years in my early/mid 20s. I loved how it was so different from NS but ultimately I missed the ocean too much. Haha

@juanitamartinez9397 3 года назад

Gracias!!!!! Well explained and truly informative! Will definitely become my go to video when I need a refresher!!! 😃😅

@Splat-25 Год назад

This is really helpful. Thank you!

@TranscendFurnitureGallery Год назад

I'm so glad! Thank you for watching!

@Crystal13164 Год назад

Beautiful. Thanks for the lesson today.

@TranscendFurnitureGallery Год назад

Glad you enjoyed it!

@rochelletarr182 3 года назад

Wow, you're so knowledgeable 💕🌻 Thank you for sharing 💕🌻

@rhondaregister8081 2 года назад

Thank you for doing this video explaining the differences in furniture construction. Very helpful.

@TranscendFurnitureGallery Год назад

You're so welcome, I'm so glad I could help!

@kevinharris8590 2 года назад

Even though I already know what you explained your video was well explained, good job, you stated that you live in Nova Scotia Canada just, wow nice place to live

@carriebass4325 3 года назад

Thank you so much for giving us newbies some pointers. I needed them for sure. I have just started my refinishing furniture journey. 2 pieces down and now I'm staring down a (I'm pretty certain) veneer dresser. It's been in our family for a little bit and want to save it but it has some pretty rough damage. I'm not sure which way to go with it so this one may take me some time. 🤔🤨

@TranscendFurnitureGallery 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful! :-) There's a lot more to it, but I was hoping it would be a great start for people just getting going :-)

@kimtyndall876 3 года назад

Great video! Thanks for making this.

@mama_p_nz8233 3 года назад

Thank so much, I didn't know any of that info. Stay safe

@kendralynn2490 2 месяца назад

SUPER helpful!!! Thank you!

@TranscendFurnitureGallery 2 месяца назад

You're welcome!

@kbcakes6918 3 года назад

This was informative, thank you. I have two pieces that I wasn't sure what they are or how to refinish.

@theresedignard4267 3 года назад

Thanks for sharing. Thanks for the lesson. Armed and ready to tackle a project. :)

@kathywiszowaty4607 3 года назад

Very nicely done, invaluable information!!!

@sandrathwaitesbuckingham6839 10 месяцев назад

Thank you so much, really helpful.

@TranscendFurnitureGallery 10 месяцев назад

You're very welcome!

@Tamila-kz8sk 5 месяцев назад

❤Thank you! New to the field, very informative 👌

@TranscendFurnitureGallery 5 месяцев назад

You're very welcome! ☺️

@2222dw 3 года назад

Wow this is great info!

@American_Devil Год назад

Ok this helped. I have veneer on the doors and sides of my old China hutch I’m restoring.

@TranscendFurnitureGallery Год назад

Glad it helped! Thanks so much for watching! 🙂

@annmccue4431 3 года назад

Excellent information. Thanks 😊

@anneblimkie3431 Год назад

Thank you so much for this !!!!

@TranscendFurnitureGallery Год назад

You're very welcome!

@kathyrice3231 2 года назад

Love your informative videos!

@Shayrh2007 3 года назад

Love the video....been looking for someone to explain this...and trying to figure out what the Walmart storage cubes are and how to makeover them??? Could you tell me or make a side video????