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items We don't always have the budget that matches our taste and style… so at times we take matters into our own hands and create it ourselves. You can follow us @Secondhand.living on Instagram and TikTok to see some of these tools in action!
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Our Creations
Power-ful Tools
Much Needed Assessories
Tips and Tricks
Our Creations
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I am so tired of spending money on herb garnish packets at the store that look wilted before I even buy them. This year I decided to make my own raised beds and have a never-ending supply of herbs and garnishes at my finger tips!
Our Cocktail Garden Tutorial
Another way I was able to transform a dated piece of furniture into something my customer could be proud of!
Antique wardrobe transformation! *Tools linked in this list
Wardrobe makeover!
This was a nightstand I saved from the trash and made into a beautiful piece for a new mom's nursery. I used Jolie Paint and textured wallpaper (both linked) to transform this piece!
Nightstand transformation with imagination and paint!
I used primer, paint and stain to transform an outdated furniture piece into an bar that someone would envy. Check out my l;ist “Booze and Brews” to see some of my bar recommendations!
Mini Bar Reveal
I am so proud of my creativity and use of resources that repurposed this old hotel desk into a creation worthy of a new home! All of the materials I used are linked in my lists!
Desk saved from the landfill!
Here;s an easy DIY organization hack using pegboard and a few things from amazon!
Pegboard Hacks
Power-ful Tools
We literally love this brand and being able to use them without dealing with cords. Just throw a battery on and you are ready to tackle your next product.
ONE+ 18V Cordless 6-Tool Combo Kit with 1.5 Ah Battery, 4.0 Ah Battery, and Charger
Needed something to collect dust when flipping furniture and found this for an amazing price. Everything we needed in one machine!
14 Gallon 6.0 Peak HP NXT Wet/Dry Shop Vacuum with Fine Dust Filter, Hose, Accessories and Premium Car Cleaning Kit
We love everything Ryobi and have really enjoyed their cordless products because of how easy they are to set up and not having to be connected to a power source. This miter saw is great for both indoor and outdoor projects. Check out my instagram pag...
ONE+ 18V Cordless 7-1/4 in. Compound Miter Saw (Tool Only)
I will be totally upfront with you, this system is expensive. I will tell you, however, that it is a product we have never regretted investing in. We have been flipping furniture well over 3 years at this point and if I could have afforded this when ...
Pro Sanding System Kits
Much Needed Assessories
Check out my nightstand transformation in the “Our Creations" section to see how I used this wallpaper to make something beautiful!
Paintable Textured Wallpaper
Great to keep around for wood repairs!
3M BondoWhite Wood Filler
The Wagner Large Spray Shelter offers a protected, enclosed area when spraying furniture and crafts with a paint sprayer or aerosol cans.
Wagner Large Spray Shelter with Floor & Screen
Great for the Ryobi system. Having multiple batteries can save a ton of time when you are in the middle of a project!
ONE+ 18V Lithium-Ion 4.0 Ah Battery (2-Pack) and Charger Kit
We love this system and all of their tools. This one is great to keep close by in case you are needing to change a tire!
ONE+ HP 18V Brushless Cordless 4-Mode 1/2 in. Impact Wrench (Tool Only)
This plastic sheeting has come in handy on many occasions. Use it as a drop cloth for painting or to cover your green house for the winter.
Project Source 10-ft x 100-ft Clear 4-mil Plastic Sheeting (Heavy-duty (4-5 Mil)
This is a much needed tool for both indoor and outdoor projects!
Little Giant Multi-Position Ladder, 300 lbs
A great router!
DEWALT 20V Max XR Cordless Router, Tool Only
Great attachment for router!
DEWALT Plunge Base For Compact Router (DNP612)
Super handy for projects!
DEWALT 20V MAX XR Jig Saw, Cordless, Bare Tool
Super compact and durable ladder at a great price!
HBTower 3 Step Ladder, 500lbs
This is such an amazing and powerful product. It smells amazing and can restore thirsty wood back to a beautiful place!
Furniture Salve
A great way to help restore brushes with caked on paint!
Bad Ace Soap
Amazing finishing cleaner after stripping paint or finish!
GreenEZ Furniture Strip & Clean
Great to keep around the house for touch ups or to send clients home with!
10 Pcs Touch up Paint Pen Fillable Paint Brush Pens Clear Furniture Pen Press Wall Painting Supplies Cabinet Paint Kit for Wall Wood Repair (Non Refillable, 5ml)
Perfect for removing everything from varnish to paint!
Warner 2.37-in Steel Paint Scraper
This is a great paint brand to bring your furniture to another level!
Eucalyptus | Jolie Paint - Premier Chalk Finish Paint
An amazing stain and odor fighting primer. It seals in odors caused from smoke as well as very stubborn stains or bleed-through.
Zinsser BIN Interior Multi-purpose Shellac
Great spray primer to use on tough stains and odors!
Zinsser B-I-N Interior Multi-purpose Shellac
Best pegboard organization solution!
Dobures 258PCS Pegboard Hooks Organizer Kit
Tips and Tricks
Head to your local Hobby Lobby during their 50% off weeks (usually on rotation every other week) to save a ton of money on hardware and knobs for your furniture. Often times you can even find them clearanced for an even better deal. It is easy to spr...
50 % off Knobs and Handles