Furniture restoration tools

It’s easy to forget that all carpentry was once done by hand. People used the power of muscle, skill, and what are now vintage tools.

What do you do when your expensive hardwood furniture begins to warp? Do you start to wonder how you may unwarp it yourself and restore the attractiveness it once had? Read on to find out more on unwarping wood.

Antique Workbench B y - Selena Cate The Ugly Duckling story sticks in our mind as we wander into barns, dusty garages or cluttered basements. We continually search for the gem hidden amongst the junk. Something that might be unattractive but with a little bit of care can become something...

Learn how to black wash furniture with this easy-to-follow guide. Transform your furniture into a stylish statement piece.

If you’ve got a shop, it’s a certainty that people are going to ask you to do furniture repairs. It comes with the territory. The next time a piece comes into your shop that has round tenons, and they’re loose tenons, you’re going to want to try this repair. It provides an easy way to tighten up loose tenons, by adding a simple shim.

designcoyxe shares the process of restoring this antique screwdriver. #Instructables #workshop #tools #repair #restoration

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I have always wanted to use wax to finish a piece of furniture for an outdoor space. When the time came for David and I to find a coffee....

Damaged veneer is a common trait of vintage furniture, but it's very easy to remove and repair with quality products that get the job done!

Do you have an old vintage trunk in desperate need of a new look? Let me show you what I did with mine. Prepping I began with paint stripper, but that was a complete waste of time. This blue paint was stubborn as can be! There were also very few smooth areas to scrape the paint off. The wood is in rough shape, and the metal is bent and buckled all over. The decorative slats were broken and loose, so I decided to remove them and make the refinishing process a lot easier. My orbita…

Are you tired of constantly searching for the perfect finishing touch for your wood furniture, only to find that the sealant darkens and changes the color of the wood? It's time to discover the magical product I use (NOT polycrylic!!) that offer a perfect balance between protection and preservation. Read on to uncover the secrets behind sealing wood without darkening or changing the color, and bring new life to your DIY furniture projects and makeovers.

Fix damaged veneer like a pro with this easy guide on repairing veneer with wood filler! This quick guide is filled with DIY hacks and upcycled furniture tips that will breathe life back into damaged pieces. Say hello to beautiful, restored furniture for your home!

How to restore antique unfinished wood like barn wood for all toolboxes

Give your old furniture a second chance! This guide on how to repair damaged furniture is packed with easy DIY hacks and creative furniture ideas to bring pieces back to life. Perfect for DIY furniture projects or upcycled furniture makeovers, your pieces will look brand new in no time!

Equipping your at-home workshop with the right tools can save you time when you are attempting any furniture restoration or repair project. Learn the proper primary tools to include in your workshop.

HOW TO MAKE NEW WOOD LOOK OLD WITH HAIR SPRAY / UPCYCLING DIYHello everyone! Welcome and in this video I will show you how you can achieve chippy layered pa...

Being able to identify the type of wood used for your furniture can help you determine its real value. Learn to examine furniture and identify the type of wood or woods used to create it.

Restore old tools and make them like new just by using vinegar. #handtools #workshop #cleaning #restoration #repair #upcycle #reuse #recycle #tools