Frequently Asked Questions About Furniture Refinishing
Questions about furniture, refinishing, and purchasing
This page answers the most common questions about furniture refinishing, digital guides, purchasing refinished furniture, and learning the refinishing process. If you are unsure where to start or need clarification, you will find answers here.
Purchasing Vintage Furniture
You can view all currently available pieces on the refinished furniture for sale page.
Yes. Delivery within the Netherlands can be arranged through Brenger.nl, a trusted service that specialises in transporting furniture safely. Delivery costs can be calculated directly on their website.
All pieces are carefully wrapped prior to collection to ensure they are protected during transport.
Vintage pieces are stored in a private studio in Zaandam. Viewings are available by appointment for confirmed buyers.
If you are seriously interested in a piece and would like to view it before purchasing, email Sarah@boldwallflowers.com to enquire about availability.
Bold Wallflowers is based in Zaandam, The Netherlands. This is a private studio, and visits are by appointment only.
You have the right to return a purchased furniture item within 14 days of receipt, in accordance with EU consumer protection regulations.
The item must be returned in its original condition. Return shipping costs are the responsibility of the buyer.
Refunds are issued after the piece has been safely returned without any damage.
Vintage furniture carries a history and natural signs of age. Each piece is carefully inspected and restored where necessary, but due to its age, formal warranties are not offered.
If any issues arise, I am always happy to discuss possible solutions and support repairs where possible.
Refinished furniture should be treated with care to ensure it remains in excellent condition.
Avoid excessive moisture, prolonged direct sunlight, and harsh cleaning products. Clean surfaces with a soft cloth and mild soap if needed.
Wood naturally expands and contracts over time, and this is part of its character.
Furniture Refinishing and Learning
Identifying wood from photos can be very difficult. There is simply not enough details in the photos themselves to portray the nature of the wood.
While it is hard for me to identify a wood based on a photo, I have many supportive articles in the Wood ID Library, where I explain how to recognise different wood species and how they behave during refinishing.
If you still have questions, you are welcome to email Sarah@boldwallflowers.com.
At this time, Bold Wallflowers focuses on educational content and restoring select vintage pieces. I do not offer full client refinishing services.
The Start Here page and Wood ID Library are the best places to begin. These guides explain how wood behaves, how finishes work, and how to approach refinishing with confidence.
Yes. I read every message myself and do my best to respond. While I cannot always provide detailed step-by-step project consultations, I am happy to help point you in the right direction.
Yes. I offer limited one-to-one refinishing workshops in my private workshop in Zaandam, The Netherlands.
These sessions are tailored to your individual goals, whether you want to learn the fundamentals of refinishing, understand wood identification, or work through a specific piece step by step.
Workshops are arranged on a custom basis and scheduled individually.
If you’re interested, email Sarah@boldwallflowers.com with a brief description of what you’d like to learn, and I’ll let you know availability and whether a one-to-one session is the right fit.
Digital Guides and Downloads
After purchase, you will receive an email with a download link. This link provides immediate access to your guide.
If you do not receive the email, please check your spam folder first.
If you still cannot locate it, email Sarah@boldwallflowers.com
Due to the nature of digital products, all guide purchases are final and non-refundable.
If you have any issues accessing your guide, please email Sarah@boldwallflowers.com and I will help resolve the issue.
Digital guides are licensed for personal use only. They may not be redistributed, resold, or shared publicly.
This ensures I can continue creating detailed educational resources for furniture refinishers.
Yes. As I continue refining my knowledge and testing techniques, guides may be updated. When possible, existing customers may receive updated versions.