How long does it take to refinish an antique chair?
These gorgeous chairs now have pride of place in our dining room, which we recently made over { you can check out the full dining room makeover here –note that the photos in our dining room makeover post were taken BEFORE I refinished these chairs}. With about 3 hours of work, these antique chairs have been given new life.
What’s the best way to refinish a high chair?
Scrub with the grain of the wood. When you’ve cleaned all the stripped wood with paint thinner and the course steel wool, repeat the process using the fine steel wool. This process will remove the last of the varnish and neutralize the stripper.
What can I do with an old chair?
So many people toss old furniture aside when there is still so much potential for it to live a long and useful life! Even when a it is stained, missing a seat, or at the very least just the wrong color, there is always hope. Did you get a new idea? Maybe some paint, stain, or stenciling?
How can I tell if I should refinish an antique?
It’s always a good idea to look for any designer markings on old furniture and to do an Internet search on it before you refinish it. Antiques will diminish in value if refinished improperly, and your best bet is to contact a professional in antique furniture preservation.
When do you not need to refinish antique furniture?
Never Paint or Refinish Furniture With Real (or Sentimental) Value. Another case where you should not refinish wood furniture is if the piece is a valuable antique or a unique designer piece that, although not an antique, nevertheless has a lot of value.
What’s the best way to refinish an antique chair?
For example the drawer front, the top of a table or bureau or maybe just the arms and seat of a chair may need some work. After making those repairs, you will have rejuvenated the rest of the piece. Using stripper or paint remover. Always use rubber gloves and a mask when using stripper. Use lots of remover and do not brush back and forth.
How can I tell if a chair is an antique?
From a Chippendale sideboard to an Eames chair, an authentic antique piece adds invaluable charm to a room. But often in dimly-lit flea markets or in shops where the amount of furniture is a little overwhelming, it’s easy to accidentally buy an antique reproduction.
Can a piece of furniture be made to look old?
Beware of furniture that’s made to look old. Don’t be fooled by faux furniture that’s surrounded by the real stuff. This many seem like a no-brainer, but watch out for pieces that are made to look old instead of actually being old.
