Giving a Table New Life with Fabric
BeginnerFreeA master class on how to refresh an old round table: strip the old finish, fill and sand the tabletop, decorate it with fabric using glue, and seal the result with layers of varnish.
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How to restore bentwood chairs?
Inherited 80-year-old bentwood chairs covered in paint drips? Learn how to restore vintage furniture and bring these classic pieces back to life for your summer home.
Tabletop Decor with a Scarf: Refreshing an Old Table
IntermediateFreeA step-by-step tutorial for decorating a tabletop with a scarf: take the old table apart and prep it, lay the scarf in place and glue it down with PVA from the center outward, fold and glue the edges under the tabletop, then apply at least 5 thin coats of yacht varnish, letting each one dry fully before the next.
French Provence Style Dresser Decor
Transform an old, damaged dresser into a charming piece of Provence-style furniture. See how simple restoration and creative fabric decor can breathe new life into your home.
How to Turn an Ordinary Office Chair into a Stylish Armchair
If you have a classic, inexpensive office chair, you can turn it into a worthy piece of furniture — an elegant, upholstered armchair. This is what the chair looked like before the transformation. To start, flip the ch...
How to Restore Old Furniture on a Budget
BeginnerFreeHere's how to restore old furniture on a budget: sand the surface, sketch a design in pencil, work it in with wood stain, and finish with varnish.
How to choose good faux leather
Considering faux leather for furniture? An experienced upholsterer shares the pros, cons, and essential tips for choosing quality material that won't peel or flake after a year.
How to sew a new slipcover for upholstered furniture yourself
Refresh your home for the holidays! Learn how to sew a custom-fit sofa cover yourself with this step-by-step guide. From choosing the right fabric to drafting patterns, we cover everything you need for a budget-friendly interior update.
How to Reupholster an Old Chair Seat: A Step-by-Step Tutorial with Photos
Beginner1 hrFreeA step-by-step reupholstering tutorial: remove the seat, replace the foam if needed, cover it with new fabric, and secure it with a staple gun.
Distressing Wood at Home: Archive Safety Notes
An archive wood-distressing method using burning, wire brushing and oil, with essential notes on flame, dust, ventilation and finishing chemicals.
Popular techniques for decorating tables, shelves, cabinets, dressers, and bar counters
Discover creative ways to finish your DIY furniture projects. From painting and decoupage to mosaic and epoxy, learn how to transform tables, shelves, and cabinets into unique decor pieces.
DIY Restorer: 5 Basic Rules for Painting Furniture
Transform your old furniture into trendy interior pieces with these 5 essential steps. A beginner-friendly guide to painting.