Follow this tried and tested method and detailed step-by-step tutorial to learn how to refinish wood furniture, including intricate details, without sanding, from an expert. As you are refinishing wood furniture, be sure to also read ourtips for painting furniture with different paint types,how ...
Cleaning Wood Furniture Whether your wood furniture is oiled, painted, or polished affects how it is cleaned. It's obvious when wood is painted, but be sure that you know the surface before you clean it. For example, some wood furniture is lightly lacquered and will not absorb oil, whil...
11. Be strategic about furniture finishes. Target shiny lacquered, clear glass, and see-through acrylic pieces when shopping for your next piece of furniture. Not only do these materials feel visually light, but they also allow sun to stream right through — or off of — them. These types ...
Use a clean white cloth to wipe the stain off after you’ve let it set. You can see how it is coming off black on the rag, but the drawer is noticeably darker. Wipe slowly with the wood grain (as with everything else). I wiped until the drawer looked evenly stained. It is still...
Rattan is lightweight, does not attract mold, or dust, and is relatively easy to clean. Plus, the material can be molded into several different designs, making it a surprisinglymodern furniture idea. From French cafe chairs to sleek dining chairs and more, this material is truly versatile. ...
using a plastic scrubby to remove the lacquer as best as possible in hopes the dulling, darker tone of the brass would begin to appear. In order to remove the residue left by the acetone, I did rub Nevr-Dull polish on the brass to clean the brass. It has been 3 weeks and although...
Black works better for clean spaces. Even more than kitchens, bathrooms are expected to be a bit visually cleaner than other parts of the home, so black is usually the better choice. However, a little brown or gold veining on a slab of black stone helps soften the look in a small space...
Optional: 1/4 – 1 part water – just a little to thin the mix if needed Working on one area at a time, I brushed the glaze/paint mixture on very liberally, waited a few minutes and then dragged another (dry brush) through the glaze and wiping the brush in a rag to clean off th...
or if you have a cat who is permitted to roam outdoors, an approved medicated flea control is recommended. Regularly wash bedding and other fabric items, like harnesses, collars, leashes, and pet beds. Vacuum and steam clean carpets, fabric furniture, and structures like cat towers to rid ar...
The Shell Lounge is a classical piece of furniture originally designed by 1956. Its design is very clean and minimalist, featuring two plywood pieces attached to a sleek metal base. This particular version of the chair was customized with calf leather wrapping around the plywood. Rex 120 The ...