Explore full furniture makeover projects alongside decorative and specialty refinishing techniques. From dramatic before-and-after transformations to detailed methods like gold leafing and distressing, this section highlights creative ways to elevate your refinished pieces.
When starting a new furniture project, my first decision is clear: paint, stain, or showcase the natural wood? Over the years, I’ve come to prefer keeping real wood or a good veneer as part of the design whenever possible, instead of covering everything with paint. Paint brings colour and personality, but leaving some wood visible…
Have you ever brought home a vintage nightstand, loved the shape, and then felt stuck on what to do next? That moment of hesitation is completely normal. Most people feel a little uncertain about what design choices to make. Getting stuck is just part of the creative process. It means you care about the outcome,…
Refinishing furniture is more than a DIY hobby (for some it’s even their passion and work!)—it’s an opportunity to breathe new life into old furniture and showcase your creative style.Whether salvaging a piece from a garage sale or tackling a cherished antique dresser, these furniture refinishing techniques will inspire you to create stunning, personalized furniture…
Refinishing vintage furniture is all about the details, and drawer linings are no exception. Felt was often the go-to material for finishing drawers in traditional furniture, offering a luxurious yet neutral aesthetic that stands the test of time. If you’re restoring a piece to its original glory—or simply want a high-end look—lining drawers with felt…
Wallpaper probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind when you think about refinishing furniture. But it’s a surprisingly easy way to add detailed patterns and prints to a piece. Flat cabinet doors, drawer fronts, and side panels are ideal for this, as the paper sits smoothly and can completely change the look and…
Ever wondered what really happens when someone asks a refinisher to create a custom piece? I’ve worked on enough custom pieces to know that clients rarely start with the paint colour. They start with a feeling they are trying to achieve. In this case, a pair of nightstands needed to feel intentional in a new…
I love Retro Furniture and I am not the only one. Teak Furniture continues to grow in popularity, particularly with styles from the 1960’s and 1970’s. With furniture pushing on over 50 years of use, how can you refinish indoor teak furniture back to its glory, while preserving its retro charm? Consider this when Refinishing…
I came across these vintage theatre chairs online, and while the finish was dark, the fabric was worn out, and the wood was stained, I saw potential. Pieces like this almost always look worse than they are. Wood furniture is resilient, and with a little patience and skills, you can reveal unique pieces worth adorning…
I was thrilled when I first brought home my vintage teak coffee table. It was my first piece of mid-century furniture, and I was absolutely in love. But here’s the thing—I made some rookie mistakes with the care of indoor teak furniture. I used the wrong products, and now, the signs are starting to show….
Let’s review my 5 favourite furniture makeovers with Tape Design. Personally my favourite tool in my painting kit is tape. I use it for so much more then simply ensuring clean lines and protecting areas I do not want to be painted. My love for tape design is inspired by the very many talented furniture…