Dr. Woodwell Wood Elixir has been used by antique dealers to restore the original beauty of furniture for sale,without the expense of refinishing and the resulting loss of an antique's valuable patina. And now, this "best kept secret" is available to you to care for and restore your wood...
How the wood ages over time could also help you spot not only whether it's real, but also how old it is. Determining the Age of an Antique Because wood shrinks across the grain but not along it, very old furniture may appear to be misshapen. A tabletop that was round when it...
How to Refinish Wood Furniture, Die-Hard Rules Regardless of “style” or “period” of the piece, I have a few “die hard” rules for stripping and refinishing ANY wood furniture. We all want your project to turn out amazing, so please remember: #1: When stripping old finishes, there ...
How to Varnish FurnitureApply varnish first along the grain of the wood, flowing it on in even strips. Then apply more varnish across the grain to level and even the surface. © Publications International, Ltd. Varnish, one of the toughest of the finishes, is superior to the other ...
Easily restore wood furniture Once you find the perfect wood piece of furniture you are ready to begin. I started the mini buffet makeover by lightly sanding down with a fine-grit sanding block. You must use a fine to medium grit sanding block, as others are too coarse and will begin to...
Finish by using circular movements to buff the entire surface of your furniture with a soft, clean cloth. 8. Treat any scratches Mixing together a solution of two parts olive oil and one part vinegar. The oil will help to restore and replenish dry wood and remove scratches, while the vin...
Whether preparing a door for repainting or restoring antique furniture — knowing how to remove paint from wood is crucial for the committed DIYer. There are numerous methods to accomplish this goal — every one suited to particular applications and circumstances. Knowing when to use each procedure...
Because veneer is only a thin layer of wood attached with glue to a solid base, it is very vulnerable to damage on wooden furniture. On old furniture, the glue that holds the veneer is often not water-resistant. Prolonged humidity or exposure to water can soften the glue, letting the ven...
The sibling owners of Sun at Six, a furniture label, has set out on a quest to restore the family Chinese joinery system to its former glory.
ll need a knowledge of the vintage market to identify what pieces have resale value and what’s in demand. It’s also helpful to have skills in furniture repair and refinishing to be able to restore vintage finds. Generally, vintage and antique furniture dealers will require a significant ...