Saved from the Trash! Roadside MCM Dresser Gets a Retro Revival

This late mid-century modern dresser was headed straight for the trash heap. Crusty, dusty, musty, and broken. I literally dragged it from the side of the road. Instead of letting it go to the landfill, I decided to give it a second chance with a bold retro makeover.

In this full transformation, I’ll show you how I kill mold and clean a roadside rescue, repair broken furniture legs with epoxy putty, replace missing drawer guides, prime laminate so paint sticks and lasts, and spray on a stunning copper-orange finish for a modern retro vibe.

This project proves that even “trash” furniture can be revived into something beautiful and functional. Whether you’re full time flipper, into DIY furniture makeovers, bold painted transformations, or rescuing curbside pieces, you’ll find plenty of tips and tricks here to use on your own projects.

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