"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.

There are a few good ways to ruin the original finish on an antique chair, and Karen Keane, CEO of Skinner Inc. in Boston, has seen them all. Karen has examined antique chairs that people have ...

The world of antique furniture and the world of hackers rarely coincide, and perhaps the allure of the latest tech is greater for most of us than that of a Chipendale cabinet. But there are times when ...

In 2025, customizing your furniture and decor is more than acceptable — especially when it's as easy as a fresh coat of paint (I painted my bookcases red, and I'm still obsessed with the results). But ...

What is it about DIY furniture makeovers that seem so intimidating? You've been meaning to dress up that old dresser, wooden chair, or boring bar stool for a while now, but you're not even sure where ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Chris Wakefield When approaching a renovation project, or even just refreshing a room, it ...

It wasn't so much the older design of the furniture but its dark-stained wood, against her dark bedroom floors, that bothered Olivia Fleming. The combination darkened the entire room, which didn't ...

NOW that we’re in window-opening weather, it’s the perfect time to freshen up bare or dull walls with a new coat of paint. But sometimes mere ventilation isn’t enough — especially if you have pets.