5 CREATIVE IDEAS TO TRANSFORM OLD FURNITURE TO PIECES YOU WILL LOVE AGAIN
Tips for Refinishing Furniture
- Add a graphic wall covering behind shelving to create a stunning focal point for your room and display your decorative items and books with artistic flair.
2. Paint it a bold color. One of the simplest ways to make your furniture stand out and look stunning is to add a pop of color to it.
3. Add a Stencil. One of the least expensive ways to make over furniture is with paint and stencils. Try using a metallic paint to add a touch of glam.
4. Add caning to door fronts. This is one of the more labor intensive methods for transforming a vintage piece. Caned furniture is having a moment right now. It has a timeless appeal and will continue to look beautiful for years to come. Pro tip: cut out an interesting shape to make it even more customized.
5. Update the Hardware. Try geometric shapes like these luxe half moon-shaped door pulls for a midcentury modern infusion of style.
Transforming a piece of furniture doesn’t have to be intimidating, and you don’t need an a bunch of expensive tools. Start small and build your skills. Are you ready to get started? Below are some tips to insure you get a successful result with your furniture flip.
Tips
- Clean. The first and most important step in any furniture makeover is cleaning. Simple Green heavy-duty towels should do the trick.
- Remove Hardware if painting or staining.
- Prep & Prime. Inspect and prepare it for painting. If there are any holes or imperfections, use a wood filler to address them. Sand with a medium to heavy grit paper to remove old finishes and prime for extra adhesion and stain blocking.
- Paint, Stain, Stencil, and/or apply any surface treatment you have planned for the project. If you are using caning you will want to soak it to make it bendable and loose. Have fun and let you creative energy flow.
- Protect. To ensure the longevity of your newly painted furniture, protect it with a good quality top coat. I recommend a high-performance water-based top coat that provides extra durability.
- Reinstall Hardware. If you are reinstalling old hardware make sure that is clean. This is your opportunity to touch it up with a fresh coat of paint or a good polish, if needed.
- Cure & Clean. Be patient during the 21-day curing process, and avoid placing heavy objects on the surface during this time. Once cured, you can clean your furniture with a gentle cleaner.
- Enjoy. You might have just discovered a new passion for furniture restoration!
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