5 Important Steps to Know When Reupholstering Old, Tufted Living Room Accent Chairs
Tufting is a furniture upholstering technique that uses a combination of threading and the placement of knots or buttons to create patterned clusters (i.e., tufts) in fabric or leather. This technique, popular for centuries, adds a prized note of distinction to chairs, sofas, ottomans and many other types of…
5 Reasons to Prolong the Life of your Antique Furniture
Imagine: Your mother gives you a piece of furniture that she got from her great grandmother, but either it doesn’t match your home décor or you don’t have room for it. You consider putting it on the curb at your next yard sale, but you’re afraid that your ancestors will roll over in their grave.
How and When to Restore Metal Furniture
You’ve uncovered a rusty old piece of metal furniture, but can look beyond its worn exterior, realizing it has the potential to become a beautiful piece with time and attention. If you are considering a refurbishing project such as this, keep in mind that restoring metal furniture is an option with several factors to…
Painted Furniture Peeling: Problems and Solutions
What is a cheap and easy way to transform a piece of furniture that has great bones but a not-so-great surface? Paint! Not only is it a great way to hide flaws, but it also allows you to express your style and personality in fun and creative ways.
How Long Will Your Upholstery Last?
Upholstered furniture can help make any room in your home achieve the ideal style you are aiming for – classic, modern, colorful, relaxed, or inviting. There are so many important factors to consider when purchasing a new piece of upholstered furniture, but the two most important factors for most individuals are…
High Quality Upholstery Options
Whether you recently found a piece of furniture at a garage sale or auction house that spoke to you, or a beloved, handed-down piece is screaming for a bit of attention, you realize a new upholstery is in order, but are not sure where to start.
How to Choose a Furniture Restorer
When you have a treasured piece of antique furniture that you feel is in need of some improvement, the first question you need to ask yourself is: Are you going to have the piece completely restored, cleaned and refinished, or are you merely trying to have some damage repaired?
What Brand Names of Furniture can I look for from Previous Centuries?
When you’re thinking of furnishing your home with antiques, depending on the style of your home and your budget, you can go as far back as early Tudor, dating to The 16th century or as recent as the 20th century, which are also considered to be antiques.
Handmade Furniture – Why is it More Valuable?
To an inexperienced eye, two pieces of furniture, one handmade and one that’s manufactured en masse may look alike. However, they are really quite different. Take a closer look and you’ll realize that the quality and craftsmanship in the handmade piece is far superior to the manufactured one.
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Top 10 Ways to Recognize Valuable Furniture
Every collector dreams of finding a priceless piece of furniture that has been overlooked by everyone else. If you do not have a background in furniture appraisal, the odds of you finding such a piece of furniture at a bargain price at an estate sale or in the classified ads are quite small.