
There has never been a better time to start a furniture restoring business. More people than ever, are trying to save some money, and be more green, by breathing life back into old pieces of furniture. What is old, can be new again, and there is money to be made in the process. Starting a [...]

Refinishing and Restoring Antiques Refinishing and restoring antiques is an art. It requires a steady hand, keen eye and a sense of preserving the integrity of the antique to be refinished. The main focus of refinishing antiques is to make certain each piece remains true to its age, value and original design. Many pieces of [...]

Refinishing a piece of furniture, such as a desk or table, requires the appropriate supplies for the job. The provisions needed vary slightly based on the materials of the furniture, but in most refinishing projects wood supplies are required. Fillers are a type of putty material used to fill in small cracks, holes or [...]

All finishes protect wood and an oil finish is one popular and excellent finish for furniture. An oil finish tends to accent the woods natural beauty and texture. This type of finish penetrates into the wood and is durable and long lasting. Although the finish may need to be reapplied after much use, you will [...]

Bleaching furniture, in most cases, is first-aid for furniture that has black rings, water spots or is discolored. Bleaching is also used to even the color of furniture made from two or more types of wood. Before bleaching any piece of furniture, consult with a woodworking professional to find out if the wood can be [...]