Turn a Dresser Into a Kitchen Island!

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Check out this cool little kitchen island I made from a $15 dresser I found at a thrift store. I built a 2x4 riser base for the casters, took out the bottom drawers and covered the open shelves with scrap wood slats, and built a butcher block style top out of pine 2x6 boards I joined together. I turned out awesome, so check it out!
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@gerardvandijk1173 Год назад

Upon unboxing, I was immediately upset at how the rails were very noticeably bent. But I kept going, all tools needed to assemble were included ru-vid.comUgkxqtX4Dxs6aecAZEuz6GY5-d81YecKCshn and I had it set up in about 30 minutes. Honestly I love this thing, make sure to read the measurements and measure your space so you know if it'll work for you. I bought this to put inside my closet, underneath where I hang my clothes and it is absolutely perfect! It is VERY sturdy and all drawers glide easily and mine are stuffed, and they are still flush when closed.

@ronnetteharvey2002 6 лет назад

I Jes saw where someone said you talk to much. I don't think so at all I totally was into it.

@terryhappe5851 5 лет назад

You don't talk too much.........besides, you have a nice voice.

@sandy.r.9878 6 лет назад

Boy, are you married? ♡♡♡ love that your man can build. Where can I get a guy that diy's. I must have one. Love this. I didn't know about the mineral oil. And thanks for the tip on holding the wood in place over night to a metal flat table to not have it bend so much. I did a similar item and didn't know how to fix that. I guess I can try again. Thanks.

@tinatinaa9104 3 года назад

Seems I am in a queue for that man 😃

@katsdeelite1200 7 лет назад

Thank you for talking your way through your choices ie; primer choice, different caster frame configurations. Just like Real Life!

@shirlenekitchen4567 7 лет назад

Thanks for sharing! Between all the upgrades on the furniture, and making this video, I know you put a lot of time and energy into the project. I truly value your dedication to creating and sharing your skills. You are beyond talented and kindhearted!

@greenkitty6482 7 лет назад

I like the way you explained things along the way; thanks for sharing : )

@shelbisnell9643 7 лет назад

I literally just saw this exact island on Craigslist.. Update: it's you selling it.

@atgeki 7 лет назад

LOL niiiice!

@dalis7671 7 лет назад

Love it.

@tracie875 7 лет назад

How much was he selling it for? lol

@tesssantarone9631 6 лет назад

Right I wanna know how much this goes for too!

@ronnetteharvey2002 6 лет назад

Shelbi Snell How much did he sell it for please

@Homer32351 7 лет назад

Great project, and superb job of explaining. I especially liked the 1" hole/washer part. I had to watch that 3 times before I understood what you did. You have a real good eye for upcycling!

@amandagarcia6320 6 лет назад

I can't believe how *beautiful* and functional this piece is.......Omg.......this is an amazing video. So glad I found your channel:-) Your talent is amazing! Thank You for sharing your exceptional craftmanship!

@Alicet2323 2 года назад

Amazing!! I am repurposing a dresser into a kitchen island. I love your straightforward way of explaining it all. Plus you gave me a great tip to attach a riser base! Thank you!

@nancyberg6260 3 года назад

Now after four years,I am loving how you teach this. Nice and useful. And,as you say,cool.

@misterm7086 7 лет назад

Top shelf project! Thanks for sharing your ideas. I appreciate the time and effort you put into creating your project videos. Be well. -Nick

@MrDiyDork 7 лет назад

thanks!

@TheREALOC1972 2 года назад

I have refurbed all the furniture in my house, my entertainment center was an old rolling tool box, my end table is was an old jr high school locker, my coffee table was an old military footlocker and I'm now building an patio bar cart out of an old stand up jewelry box. I've saved SO MUCH money redoing my own furniture plus had fun doing it. I even saved money on the paint, I went and bought a gallon of Glidden Red Barn paint for like $20 and after doing all the furniture I still have 1/4 of the gallon left. I may use the 2x4 strip idea in the bar cart, that's a pretty cool trick that I never even thought about.

@GadgetAddict 7 лет назад

Fantastic. I think this is my favourite so far :)

@MrDiyDork 7 лет назад

thanks man!

@disconeil 7 лет назад

This is my favourite project of yours so far! Butcher blocks are really popular here in the UK at the minute so I would be sure this item would sell pretty quickly. Well done mate, it looks really professional and the finish is excellent too. Thanks for going to the effort of filming and sharing this project. N.

@catherinestewart8724 2 года назад

Can I assume it might be possible to make the top wide enough that it overhangs and could also be turned into/used as an island raised kitchen bar style table. Perhaps to have a couple stools along with it?

@joannjacquin4983 7 лет назад

What a great project! I'm curious......You bought the dresser for $15......what do you sell it for?

@MrDiyDork 7 лет назад

It sold a couple of weeks ago for $150

@t.h.nguyen5193 4 года назад

Pure genius! Inspiring! I love it how you can turn a worn out piece of furniture into a beautiful and functional treasure! I like the extra features: towel racks, caster wheels, chop board.

@Them353 4 года назад

I love a man who can build things and use those strong hands. That's appealing.

@maehay4065 7 лет назад

I love this repurposed dresser into an Island! I could see several different purposes for this including a place to set my plants on my covered patio👍👍👍

@MrDiyDork 7 лет назад

That's a great idea. I've even seen old dressers turned into potting tables very similar to this.

@Tootsiegetshealthy 6 лет назад

You did a beautiful job on that!!! Thank you for being extremely clear on how you accomplished your transformation piece!

@lorikeogan2457 5 лет назад

That's turned out FANTASTIC!! Truly appreciate this video, your vision & finished product. Will be subscribing & can't wait to see more👍

@ElainePetrakisMidnightCrafter 7 лет назад

You did such a great job of explaining every step. I really enjoy watching your videos and learn a lot of great tricks!

@MrDiyDork 7 лет назад

Thank you for watching!

@amandablandford3661 7 лет назад

Wow this is amazing! I came to RU-vid thinking I could do something like this, after watching this I know I can't lol you are so talented. I really love it 💖

@MrDiyDork 7 лет назад

Thanks. It's not too difficult of a project if you have a little experience with some basic tools.

@Moonsovermissouri 6 лет назад

Years ago, this would have bored me. But now that I am redoing small pieces of furniture with decoupage, I'm always looking to learn something new. Thank you so much!

@Parmesana 4 года назад

I love this..It is the perfect size for limited spaced kitchens. beautiful. I noticed that the cutting block is the state of Missouri. I'm in the STL area

@tammymerrick3760 4 года назад

Thank you for doing this project. as it encourages me to try new things. really need to get that pocket jig and a nail gun. you made it look so easy. keep them coming. appreciation from Ontario, Canada .

@VintageStatements 7 лет назад

Its amazing that its the same piece. We do a lot of pieces like this where the transformation is so dramatic. Check us out! Nothing like having another person to learn from. Great work! Dont forget to follow. cant wait to see more projects from you guys. :-)

@daxnkira1 6 лет назад

Love the finished result. I'm curious what size wheels did you use on it? They looked like a good size in proportion to the piece. I'm asking because I had looked at other videos repurposing a dresser for an island and most used these tiny wheels. Looked weird to me.

@coffeefiend3226 7 лет назад

I love your work. You put such care into each piece you do. You work through each detail of the piece. thanks

@MrDiyDork 7 лет назад

Thanks. I try to keep my video projects interesting and share as much helpful info as I can for anyone else that wants to try them.

@dianabaskin1944 4 года назад

Great job. More work than I am willing to do but I got a lot of information. You explained it all well and kept my attention to the end. Even if I knew it wasn't what I was looking for. Thanks for sharing.

@magentaangel5531 4 года назад

I absolutely love what you did. Thank you for the tip about Mineral oil and clamping of the wood. Very informative videos.

@chaplar 6 лет назад

I watched this video because I've been thinking of doing something similar, only to get to unveiling at the ending and could not figure out why I recognized your background wall. Then it hit me. We both live in the same town, and I've almost bought a few of your pieces after seeing them on craigslist. I built a bed frame last year and almost messaged you about your industrial dresser because it complimented the design so well!

@ronnetteharvey2002 6 лет назад

Did you really sell that? Oh my that was beautiful. I've never had anything like that. Actually never lived anywhere that was big enough for it. Gorgeous.

@mpdacor 5 лет назад

Omg, I have a dresser I want to do but I don't have all your tools! Love the video gave me inspiration for sure!!!!!! Very professional video too!!

@KBQuick81 4 года назад

This is why I love RU-vid! I have an unused wood dresser and need a table server. I will try this out!

@EricandWolfy Месяц назад

Damnit Kevin. We miss you. You are one of if not the best flipper out there. Please come back.

@jamiebaronet9949 7 лет назад

Very nice! Just the right size to use in many different areas of the house.

@MrDiyDork 7 лет назад

Thanks! Yeah, it just big enough to do some work on top of it, but small enough to roll out of the way.

@deettle 7 лет назад

Very cool... wish I could have that.

@sopheahong-bowie4640 6 лет назад

Wow! I love this idea! I'm gonna try to make one myself!!

@jaclynsoileau2676 2 года назад

Awesome, I found a 4 ft. wood dresser at my local thrift store for 4 dollars as it was missing two bottom drawers, so it is also going to become my kitchen island. It's already cabinet height so luckily no casters needed. I will take out the drawer hardware, and make shelves from them and add a large butcher block top and thick legs to create an eating/ entertaining area. Can't wait!

@PrayerOpensDoor 3 года назад

wow, you truly inspired me. I need an island and have a shop full of different kind of beautiful dressers.....now if I can get hubby on board to help

@Menslessons 7 лет назад

Does anyone have the step by step directions with materials list? This would really help me, I want to do this for my grandparents. Thanks

@lenarich3403 7 лет назад

Wow, I LOVE how this turned out! Thanks for sharing.

@rinahenderson7030 7 лет назад

This is great! Thanks for the how-to. This may change my life haha! If you have a sec to comment, I was wondering what you typically sell a piece like this for, especially considering your time and attention to detail. Very well done!

@MrDiyDork 7 лет назад

I made a video series a while back that explains how I buy, flip, & resell furniture. It all depends on what, where, & how you sell it. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-FmCMivZdWRU.html

@sandrabobo4509 9 месяцев назад

I love that's kickhen island I am going to look for a dress like that to make me one just like 😢😅😊that what I want to d

@MrKiwispirit 7 лет назад

This is exactly what I need very clever and inspiring

@kimb7970 2 года назад

Im just seeing this in 2022 ! That is super nice !!! Love it!! Great job

@TheHandystanley 7 лет назад

Great video Kevin...just would like to have seen how you mounted the "butcher block" to the cabinet...do you have another video that shows a similar process?

@MrDiyDork 7 лет назад

I drilled (4) 1/2" diameter holes in each corner of the dresser's original top, flipped it over on top of the butcher block, and attached it with 1-1/2" long wood screws with big fender washers. In my how to install butcher block countertops video series, I have better visuals of how I installed them. The screw/fender washer combo works like a clamp to hold the butcher block top down to the dresser, but the big 1/2" hole allows it room to move if the wood swells or shrinks.

@Yankeesheepdog 7 лет назад

Awesome job! I've thought about doing something like that before, this maybe the inspiration I need to go find a dresser like that. Just out of curiosity, what would you price something like that?

@MrDiyDork 7 лет назад

I'm not sure what I'm going to price it at yet. I probably put a little too much work into it for an average flip, so I'll have to see if there's any other islands for sale around here and see how much their going for, and probably go a little higher that them. Pricing usually depends on how big of an area you live in, where you sell (craigslist, store, booth, etc), and how much the market is willing to pay, so it really varies.

@destressfrlyf843 4 года назад

Now he can paint that wall🤣🤣 Gr8 job though

@ybaggi 3 года назад

Great look with the slats in place of the drawers How much did you sell it for?

@123024119 7 лет назад

good job Kevin, really like this one!

@MrDiyDork 7 лет назад

Thanks!

@kaycox5555 6 лет назад

Best renovation seen in a while. Congrats.

@hephzibah1966 2 года назад

Wow I love the cutting board. The island is awesome

@joyfor3ver 7 лет назад

Just discovered your channel and I'm in love! I am now a subscriber!

@MrDiyDork 7 лет назад

Awesome! Thanks for subscribing!

@kaycox5555 7 лет назад

Outstanding!

@MrDiyDork 7 лет назад

Thanks! This was one of my favorite projects.

@elisabethclancy3949 4 года назад

Great video thank you for sharing and inspiring me

@polo94700 Год назад

Just what we were looking for in the csmper.

@alwaysinblue 5 лет назад

Awesome video and awesome job! And ... BONUS...you didn't use Dollar Tree stuff to do it! That in itself convinced me to subscribe.

@kevinsimpson7114 4 года назад

Fantastic upcycle.👍🏻👌🏻

@christinac.resendez7952 3 года назад

So beautiful! I love it❤️

@sandyrivera5025 7 лет назад

love all your work and your ideas. thanks for sharing 😊

@MrDiyDork 7 лет назад

Glad you like it! You're welcome.

@ermilacarlin6709 3 года назад

Brilliant!Excellent job! 👍👍

@ginnyberg9271 2 года назад

LOVE HOW YOU CUT DOWN THE 2X4S AND THE WALL PAPER

@misssofija6760 Год назад

This is very helpful. Thank you!

@dateland-twopalmspress755 4 месяца назад

love it! Thanks for posting!

@jungojerry1658 7 лет назад

Acetone will wipe the paint off the hardware in a jiffy.

@sheilacarter5438 7 лет назад

Hahaaaa hey its pretty cool if i wasnt broke id buy

@TooStinkinFine 11 месяцев назад

Videos like this make me wish I had gone into woodworking instead of cosmetology! I love the creation of furniture, especially when you’re reinventing it! Great video and project! Thanks ❤

@justinwoods240 4 года назад

Hey guys let’s do some dancing

@margotwilson539 3 года назад

Great Job! I would love to have your awesome tools!

@bobbyglander4838 4 года назад

And its upppppppp anndddddddddd itsssss goooooooooooooooooooood

@catheyswoboda8865 6 лет назад

Beautiful.. You are good. Thanks wish I was close enough to buy it. Smile

@MrSaadia27 7 лет назад

Have you try any chalk paint out there I am never going back for primer. Do you have any video about how to install legs on a piece of furniture 😊

@MrDiyDork 7 лет назад

Yep. I actually made a video a couple months back that shows how to make your own chalk paint. I've installed legs on some of my furniture makeover videos, but don't have a specific video just about it.