I hope no one started a stripping project and then got stuck in the middle of it without part two of my video!  🙂  I finally had the chance to edit it.  In this video, I’m using Strypeeze, a biodegradable chemical paint remover, mineral spirits, and a putty knife.  All are available from your local True Value Hardware or their online store.   Enjoy part two…   The top definitely wasn’t perfect underneath, but I think the imperfections just add to the character of the piece.     You can see the part one of the video tutorial HERE and the finished dresser HERE. I was one of the bloggers selected by True Value to work on the DIY Squad. I have been compensated for my time commitment to the program as well as my writing about my experience. I have also been compensated for the materials needed for my DIY project. However,

I remember the first piece of furniture I purchased at a yard sale to refinish.  It was a small 1950’s highboy that I scored for $10.  I slid it into the backseat of my car and couldn’t wait to get it home to test out my DIY skills.  I had never refinished a piece of furniture, but I was pretty confident I could figure it out.  We lived in a tiny apartment, so I lugged the dresser onto our porch and started to work.  It had a dark finish on it, so I decided to sand it all off.  Well, after about 2 hours of working with a palm sander, the finish was gone, my arms were vibrating and I was covered in dust.  It was glorious and I was hooked.  That dresser had five different looks while in my possession until I sold it a few years ago.  (I