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

"It depends on the quality of the piece and of the painting," says Sophie Williamson. Practically speaking, this may be most significant if you're thinking you might offload the piece down the line.

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

Learn how to tell real antiques from reproductions with expert tips on patina, joinery, and other red flags that reveal a ...

Dear Readers: Looking for a project on a cold winter's day? Thinking of stripping or oiling your antique furniture? Think again. Back in the day, lots of wood furniture was painted. Over time, the ...

It can be tempting to whip out some paint to refresh an old piece of furniture that's been sitting around your home, however, it may be better off left alone than painted. We asked pros to share what ...