Soky Design Studio

Soky Design Studio Furniture restoration and refinishing

Cherry, but make it neutral 🤍Swipe to see the transformation ➡️This dresser + nightstand set was fully stripped and blea...
12/20/2025

Cherry, but make it neutral 🤍
Swipe to see the transformation ➡️

This dresser + nightstand set was fully stripped and bleached using a two-part wood bleach to remove the heavy red undertones. From there, a layered paint wash + stain wash created this soft, natural finish.

To modernize the piece, we added fluted panels to the doors and finished everything with new brass hardware—subtle details that make a big impact.

Would you keep the original finish or choose the after? 👇

Products used:
paint stripper
wood bleach
3x4 sander
Orbital Sander
paint in Badlands (paint wash)
stain in Antique Oak (paint wash)
Polycrylic
Earlex paint sprayer
Fluted panels

12/04/2025

Here’s what I do:

Stain wash! You’ve probably heard of paint washing but have you heard of stain washing??

It’s SO easy and the results are subtle and stunning! I first did a tan paint wash and then did the following:

1. Grab a water based stain in your preferred color (I’m using Antique oak by on this piece)
2. Mix the stain with water. (I don’t measure I just go with vibes but you can try a 2:1 ratio or 1:1. If it’s too light, you can always add another layer!)
3. Wipe on. Wipe off. Just like you would when staining.
4. Let dry.
5. Marvel at the beauty.

SO easy!

When a Nashville based interior designer asks you to take on a project, you take on that project!!Proof that even refini...
11/26/2025

When a Nashville based interior designer asks you to take on a project, you take on that project!!

Proof that even refinishing projects have their plot twists 😅
But this mid-century table (60s/70s) came out better than I imagined. We shifted from a light blonde/tan to a rich, dimensional brown that totally elevated the piece.

Thank you for trusting me with your vision! (Y’all go check her out! She has a brilliant eye for design, impeccable taste and is truly a gem of a person!)

Stain color: Custom blend of Dark Chocolate Truffle by






11/21/2025

I was expecting the worst but, man, was I wrong! ❤️

Before & After
11/16/2025

Before & After

Before & After! Antique restorations are my favorite 😍
11/15/2025

Before & After!

Antique restorations are my favorite 😍

✨ New Arrivals Just In ✨A fresh collection of vintage finds and timeless home accents has landed in the shop — and new p...
11/13/2025

✨ New Arrivals Just In ✨
A fresh collection of vintage finds and timeless home accents has landed in the shop — and new pieces are added daily. 🕊️

Tap the link in bio to explore what’s new at sokydesignstudio.etsy.com and bring a little character to your collected home.

Before & After Stained in Black Water Based stain by General Finishes
11/13/2025

Before & After

Stained in Black Water Based stain by General Finishes

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