From scraping to sanding to priming to painting, it’s delightful once you figure out how to avoid the pitfalls.

Antique furniture can be delicate, so handle it carefully, especially if it's a family heirloom. For staining, prep work is ...

One of the simplest ways to give your antique furniture a more modern feel is to pair it with contemporary decor. 'Tension is ...

Depending what type of material you’re painting and how it will be used, a surface like Arborite or melamine on a counter or ...

Don’t refinish your furniture. Original finish adds to the value. This warning is given over and over on TV shows about antiques. But is it always true? No. An original finish on a superior example of ...

The world of antique furniture and the world of hackers rarely coincide, and perhaps the allure of the latest tech is greater for most of us than that of a Chipendale cabinet. But there are times when ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Chris Wakefield When approaching a renovation project, or even just refreshing a room, it ...