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IKEA Malm Chest of 6-Drawer Furniture Flip
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items Just about everything I used for my May 24, 2026 IKEA Malm Dresser makeover video. I recently did it again for my sister's dresser and it's WAY easier the second time around. You can customize and tweak where it feels right but if you want to recreat...
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Basics
Here's your starting point. I always have some core staples and my base prior to getting started. These are multi-use and not project specific, but essential to the job.
You know her, you love her. IKEA no longer makes it in black but just have the photo here for reference and measurements.
IKEA STORKLINTA 6-Drawer Dresser
I've had this from other DIY projects and it's a staple. I had a quart size bucket and after 2 full coats on the whole dresser, I had PLENTY left over that I'll use for other furniture paint projects.
INSL-X White Stix Primer Paint
I always get a few to have on hand. I recommend foam here for a smoother finish.
5 -Pack 6-in x (foam) Nap Cabinet and Door Rollers
A smaller roller is ideal here to get into the smaller crevices.
WHIZZ 6-in Metal Mini Paint Roller Frame
This is my #1 tool for every single project I've ever done. Being lightweight is a priority for me and for some time, I was using a random one that I got from Amazon. It was fine at the beginning but the struggling battery life was killing me.
I recently learned that for most cordless power tools, the same same battery can be used across tools. And because most of the products come with a battery already, you can have multiple batteries on hand without having about a dead one ruining your ...
I recently learned that for most cordless power tools, the same same battery can be used across tools. And because most of the products come with a battery already, you can have multiple batteries on hand without having about a dead one ruining your ...
CRAFTSMAN 1/2-in Cordless Hammer Drill (Model #CMCD712D1)
Helped keep the inside of the drawers neat and clean.
Painter’s Tape
Project Specific
Things I had to buy or have specifically for this project.
These pulls are my favorite part of the whole project. I used a total of 10 pulls
allen + roth Jocasta 2-1/2-in , 64mm Center to Center Champagne Bronze Arch Cup Drawer Pull
I bought extra to account for errors but I purchased a total of 8 pieces
Ornamental Mouldings 11/16-in x 8-ft Unfinished Poplar 40 Decorative Moulding
I used the dark brown one but I also like the black
Architectural Products by Outwater 3.75-in x 5-in Bun feet Rubberwood Wood Sofa leg
DO NOT EYEBALL WHERE YOU SCREW IN DRAWER HANDLES! Do yourself a favor and get a mounting template. I've used this one for everyone of my projects so far.
Cabinet Hardware Mounting template- RELIABILT AlignRight Clear Large
Essential for making sure there is no gap between the molding and the drawer face.
14 -Pack Assorted 50-lb Spring Clamp
Careful here! A little goes a long way and it's easy for the glue to squirt out everywhere once the clamps are on.
Titebond Original Wood Adhesive
I genuinely had no idea these existed until recently. SO convenient.
Miter Stainless Steel Clippers