How do I remove wood, carved drawer pulls?

Rlf33624550
by Rlf33624550

I picked up an old dresser that had carved wood pulls. I believe they depict 2 figs with leaves on either side. I know there are tiny nails but there must be glue as well. How can I safely remove the pulls to use on another project without ruining the drawer front (it's for another project). Thanks, Robin

  3 answers
  • Mary Mary on Jul 27, 2018

    Remove the nails carefully. See if it gives if not then it may have glue. I would try using a heat gun or blow dryer to melt the glue. Next project use small screws instead of nails. Good luck.

    • Rlf33624550 Rlf33624550 on Jul 27, 2018

      Thanks, I'll try a heat gun. If I can get in underneath the pull I should be able to carefully pry the nails up with flat tool.

  • Emily Emily on Jul 27, 2018

    Those are valuable pulls, hope you can use them again.

  • Rlf33624550 Rlf33624550 on Jul 28, 2018

    Yes, that's the plan. I want to put them on an old, plain commode I will convert into a bathroom vanity.