Furniture

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Your furniture is what makes a house your home, and it’s important to keep it in tip-top shape. Learn how you can protect your couches, tables, and chairs—whether they’re in your living room or on your patio.

Furniture Repair and Restoration

What to Look for in an Upholstery Service
Hire the right pro to give your heirloom furniture the star treatment
How to Restore Your Faded Leather Couch So It Looks Like New
8 Ways to Turn Old Furniture Into New and Exciting Pieces
Should You Reupholster or Buy New Furniture?

Deck and Patio Furniture

How to Protect Your Patio Furniture Throughout the Year
Protect patio furniture with these seven tips
These Are the Best Types of Paint for Outdoor Furniture
6 Easy Ways to Turn Pallets Into Outdoor Furniture and Decor
10 Tips to Remove Bird Poop Stains on Outdoor Furniture

The Advantages (and Disadvantages) of Built-in Furniture for Your Space
Consider this before going all-in on built-ins
Protect Your Wood Furniture With a Glass Tabletop
From tables to dressers, just about any wood furnishing can benefit from an extra layer of protection
How to Buy Furniture Perfect for Your Space
When remodeling your home aesthetic, slow and steady wins the race
27 Dazzling Bathroom Mirror Ideas
Let your bathroom mirror be a reflection of your personality
14 Home Improvement Projects You Can Do in a Day (or Less)
You can upgrade your home and still make it to happy hour with these quick projects
How to Chalk Paint Furniture in 6 Steps
Update old furnishings with chalk paint in just a few easy steps.
How Much Does Reupholstering Furniture Cost?
The national average cost to reupholster furniture ranges from $370 to $1,100, depending on the necessary repairs
How to Apply Polyurethane for a Beautiful Finish to Your Wood Floors or Furniture
You can use polyurethane to easily boost the natural beauty of your wood pieces
Can You Paint Over Stain? Here’s What to Know
Bottom line: Painting over stain is doable
What Is the Standard Refrigerator Size? A Complete Guide to Fridge Sizes
Choosing a new refrigerator has never been more egg-citing
A DIY Guide to Fixing Scratches on a Leather Couch
Don’t let your leather couches succumb to cat (and dog) scratch fever
How to Clean a Leather Couch and Protect It From Future Spills
Sad fact: Red wine and leather don't mix
Painting vs. Staining Wood: Which Is Right for Your Next Project?
Paint or stain wood with confidence
Renovating or Moving? Here’s What to Do With Old Appliances
One person’s trash is always another person’s treasure
How to Protect Furniture From Sun Damage in 5 Easy Steps
Protect your furniture from sun damage, whether it’s indoors or out
8 Tips for Conditioning Your Leather Couch Like a Pro
Give your leather couch some love
7 DIY Tips for Restoring Antique Furniture
Turn old into new with a bit of research and a lot of elbow grease
How to Restore Your Faded Leather Couch So It Looks Like New
Breathe new life into your old leather furniture using these easy-to-follow steps
Woof! Here's How to Fix Wood Chewed by Your Furry Friend
Don’t get doggone mad—there’s an easy fix for chewed wood
How Much Does It Cost to Refinish a Table?
It costs an average of $250 to refinish a table, with a typical range of $150 to $400