Weathered wood is different from wood that needs a good cleaning. Weathered wood is damaged wood, but it can sometimes look worse than it is. Restoring weathered wood. Wood can be saved with...

It’s always easier to replace an item or call someone in. But there’s a lot of satisfaction in fixing something yourself. Here are 5 repairs we can all do. 5 Repairs you can do yourself....

You have decided you’re going to attempt some upholstery. I say attempt, as this is certainly what I would have called it for my first few goes. What tools will I need? Upholstery is...

Antique restoration is a fantastic hobby. It can absorb as little or as much of your time as you wish. There is such a vast array of antiques out there, you can pick a certain area and get...

Laminate and veneer are two different things but based on the same idea or concept. When looking at an antique piece it’s important to know the difference. Here’s how. Difference between...

Is horse hair still used in upholstery? We need to decide how authentic you want your refurb to be but also how practical it will be. Here are a few questions I looked at in my first redo....