Using Wood Bleach to create a modern finish!

Описание: Using Wood Bleach to create a modern finish!

This custom dresser project was a true lesson in flexibility and craftsmanship! My client had a clear vision: a completely stripped-down, natural wood finish with a lightened tone—no paint. We initially planned to use oxalic acid or wood bleach to achieve that raw, airy look.

Everything was going according to plan… until I discovered that the beautifully curved top wasn’t solid wood—it was actually MDF beneath a delicate lattice-style veneer. That discovery completely changed our approach since the edge cannot be stripped to bare.

After a few FaceTime calls and some collaborative color consultations, we came up with a brand new plan that would honor the original vision while working with the materials we had.

I carefully stripped the entire top using lacquer thinner—very slowly and gently to protect the veneer’s pattern. Then came lots of hand sanding and sponge sanding to maintain control and prevent damage.

After multiple applications of wood bleach, we had a beautifully light finish—but it still needed a little something extra. A subtle paint wash added just the right amount of tone without hiding the grain, giving us that perfect light-and-natural look.

The rest of the dresser was fully prepped, primed, and painted, then sealed with multiple coats of a durable topcoat for longevity.

This solid Hooker Furniture piece went from dark and dingy to bright, modern, and totally refreshed—ready for a new life in my client’s home!

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Painted in Natural Wicker by Benjamin Moore

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