The beginning of the year is always an exciting time as people buckle down on their resolutions. Many New Year resolutions involve big transformations of someone’s lifestyle, dieting, or looks that lead to dramatic results. We love the dramatic transformations that happen when we receive...
As we head into December, you’re probably reflecting on this past year. While we’ve been reflecting, it’s been fun to look back on the home décor trends that emerged in 2020. We have five of our favorites listed below. 1. Vintage Touches – Furniture from the...
You restored that piece of furniture you love, so it’s beautiful on the outside now. Do you really want to take it home and make it a disorganized mess on the inside? Using drawer organizers to arrange your belongings will help you get the best...
Lots of scary things are starting to appear as we approach Halloween. Something scary for us is how wood furniture can be mistreated. Let us walk you through these five frightening fails you should avoid. Fail #1 – Not using coasters or pads. It may...
We love the variety of old furniture our customers bring us to repair and restore. When you find an old piece that you like, you may be wondering if it is actually considered an antique. The standards vary between general stores and fine antique dealers....
Minor scratches on your nice wooden furniture may be a cause for alarm for some. Small knicks from items like car keys, purses, pens, and even jewelry is common for older furniture. If your furniture shows signs of wear from these minor scratches, don’t fret....
Whether you are moving a few minutes down the road or thousands of miles across the country, it is crucial to properly pack your furniture to ensure it arrives at your final destination safely without damage. The good news is, it does not have to...
Spending more time in your home recently may have you taking note of the furniture you would like to have restored. Using Lacquer paint to refinish your wooden pieces is one of the most popular trends to modernize wooden pieces. Lacquer is the newest trend because...
Over time, your outdoor furniture will have faced rain, wind, heat, cold, hail, fog, morning dew, and so many other weather-related factors. Prepare your furniture before it starts to show wear and tear. You may think that weathered outdoor furniture is just a way of life....
It's what’s beneath the surface that counts and this is especially true when it comes to furniture with paint that is crumbling off of it. Many people believe that when an antique has paint that is cracked or peeling away that the piece is not salvageable....