Wicker or woven furniture, often used outdoors, is very light, durable, resilient, and easy to maintain. However, precisely because it is constantly exposed to elements like changing temperature, it may need to be repaired every now and then. Fortunately, it is not that hard to repair outdoor furniture so we can actually repair wicker furniture ourselves if the damage is minor. Continue reading How To Repair Wicker Furniture
There are many types of glue available in the market. How do we know which among them is the best and strongest wood glue? For many centuries, animal or hide glue were used for woodwork. Although they are still used today, other kinds of glue like polyurethane (Gorilla glue), polyvinyl acetate (PVA), cyanoacrylates (superglue), and epoxy resin have also emerged. Each of these types of furniture glue have their own unique properties, but the top three that are recognized as premier wordworking glues are PVA, polyurethane, and hide glue.
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Most tables, like all other things in the world, deteriorate over time. Because they are used on a daily basis, tables usually wear out long before other furniture does. However, this is not a cause for worry since you can actually improve its appearance yourself. This article talks about how to refinish a table and make it look brand new.
Refinishing a table is a messy job so the first thing you have to do is to pick out a ventilated workplace and cover it with newspapers or tarps. When the workplace is ready, wipe the table with a rag to remove dust and debris and then remove the old finish by using sandpaper, electric sanders, heat guns, or chemical strippers. Chemical strippers or paint removers are usually the most used when it comes to removing old finishes since it is the easiest to use and it gets the job done much quicker. However, make sure that you use the correct stripper and that you follow the instructions that come with it. Also, use gloves and eye protection when working with these so as to avoid being contaminated by chemicals. Apply the stripper to the table and let it sit for as long as it says in the can. When it is ready, remove the old finish by using a putty knife and steel wool. After stripping the finish off the table, use a sandpaper to smoothen it and then clean it with mineral spirits or paint-removal wash. This job will be much easier if you can disassemble your table into parts.
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Wood furniture is very common and abundant in many households. However, no matter how much we try to take care of it, there will always be signs of extensive use. These signs can come in the form of scratches, dings, and dents. Fortunately, assuming that the damages aren’t too severe, we can repair them ourselves.
Before repairing any furniture, remember to clean them with dishwashing liquid or Murphy Oil Soap and water first in order to remove wax, grease, oil, or polish. It is also best if you repair shallow scratches first, followed by deep scratches, and then larger dents and dings.
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Pine is a softwood found mainly in the northern hemisphere. It is widely used to make timber and wood pulp because it’s so abundant. The pine tree species has spread so rapidly in fact that it has started to overpopulate some southern hemisphere countries as well. Since pine is a soft wood it’s extremely easy to work with. It’s commonly used in carpentry for flooring, roofing, furniture construction and more. Pine cones and pine needles have a variety of uses ranging from arts and crafts all the way to food. The pine tree itself is commonly sold to make Christmas trees.
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Oak is a brilliant construction wood because of its strength. It’s commonly found in flooring, furniture, boats and ships. Oak is also used to make wine bottles because it can alter the taste and texture of the wine. The timber resists pesky bugs and doesn’t easily deteriorate. The oak tree has many vessels which allow it absorb water and resist moisture at a higher rate (similar to a chestnut tree) too. Refinishing oak furniture is very easy because of its hard surface and flexibility. Oak stain usually comes in red, pink, brown or white. Red oak stain is the most common choice though because of its aged yet still elegant look.
You’re in luck! Mahogany furniture is one of the easiest types of wood to refinish in the world! This guide will teach you how to stain, paint and refinish mahogany veneer and antique furniture. The objective is to recover the furniture to a beautiful reddish brown color that looks elegant and expensive. First let’s go over what mahogany furniture and where it came from.
Refinishing chairs is no different than any other piece of wood furniture. But, be prepared to do a lot of work by hand before you decide to start painting chairs throughout your house though. The corners & curves are much sharper which makes them more difficult to sand & paint with power tools. Just like any other refinishing project you will need to buy sandpaper, primer, paint and a protective gloss. It’s always a good idea to have a face mask and gloves as well.
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Leather furniture is the most comfortable and relaxing type of furniture known to man. The smooth finish and unique texture make it look and feel like no other. However, a good leather stain remover will eventually be required to clean this beautiful fabric. The natural oils in leather will evaporate if the chair, couch, or loveseat is not used very often. Even though the oil is natural it will need to be replenished periodically to stay soft. Just pick up some leather stain protector that also has lotion in it to keep the leather nice and fresh.
It’s important to begin by identifying what type of leather furniture you’re working with. Using the wrong type of cleaner on your leather will only make the stain worse, much worse. It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that you test a very small portion of the leather with your cleaner first if you aren’t sure. NuBuck and Suede leather require a different type of stain remover and protector, so please be careful!
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As always, make sure you are in a well ventilated area before you begin any painting project. Repainting furniture black or white without the windows open could cause serious health problems!
This post will explain some furniture painting techniques that are known to work on almost any piece of wood furniture. Let’s begin:
