Patience and a little work can pay off for antique lovers who appreciate the excitement of a good find and the pleasures of fine furniture. Good furniture is not just pretty. It is solid and well ...

While the craft of chair caning takes years to learn and perfect, Emily Uphill can’t help but think her skill at the trade might be a bit genetic, too. After all, she learned to weave cane and other ...

For structural repairs, use clamps to hold joints together while glue dries. Sand surfaces gently with fine-grit paper to remove old finishes without damaging wood grain. For minor scratches or ...

Vintage furniture often comes with a higher price tag, and I’ve learned that it’s not just because the pieces are old or ...

A new Miamisburg shop is the work of four Dayton-area business owners, all of whom have several years experience with woodworking and a passion for creating and restoring. Simple Craftsmen at 110 S.

BEING able to repair and restore wood furniture means that you can extend the life of the pieces you already own and you can look at the option of buying pieces of wood furniture that need TLC. Solid ...

With a little work, some stain, and a respirator, that old dresser in the basement can earn its way back upstairs. Go to any antique or vintage furniture store and there's bound to be a well-made, ...

LANCASTER - Even though Feigley's Furniture Repair and Refinishing Shop is busy repairing antique furniture, it has added antique sales to its services. "When I bought the shop off my father, I bought ...

Restoring the finish on your furniture is a great way to enhance the style of your home. Instead of wasting a money on new furniture, you should learn how to restore and refinish the pieces you ...

Dear Helaine and Joe: I would like to have my chairs restored, but would first like to know if they are worth anything. I don’t want to spend too much restoring them. I purchased the pair at a thrift ...