3 DIY Tips to Renew Your Old Wooden Furniture

Most people will agree that furniture is among the hardest items to give up. Perhaps you are too attached to your vintage dining table. Or you are on a tight budget and can't afford to get new bookshelves for your house makeover project.

Fortunately, you can still achieve the look you desire without needing to dispose of your furniture or break the bank to acquire your dream bookshelves. Discover some DIY tips to help you.

1. Get Rid of the Old Finishes

Maybe the reason your furniture looks out of date is the old finishes. The color no longer matches your house decor, or the paint has signs of chips.

To rectify this issue, take your dining table to an outdoor setup, then use a brush to strip the old paint finishes. You may then use a scraper to get rid of the paint that comes off the furniture and use mineral spirits to clean any traces of the stripper.

This DIY project is not only cheap but also super easy. You don't need expertise to strip off finishes. You also don't need advanced tools for the job. And if you do it well, you can restore the integrity and aesthetics of your table at little to no cost.

2. Spray Paint Your Furniture

Few solutions match the efficiency and effectiveness of spray paint when you wish to upgrade old wooden furniture. It's a chance to bring out your creativity and create art that you can't find in other homes. The best part is that you can find nearly any spray paint color. Therefore, you can easily match the colors with the rest of your house decor.

Here are more reasons to choose spray paint for your old furniture.

You Don't Need Expertise

Unlike traditional paint, spray paint doesn't require brush strokes. You, therefore, don't need expertise and too much attentiveness to detail to achieve a beautiful look.

Furthermore, spray paint is less messy. Although you may accidentally paint areas you don't intend to, spray paint is easy to apply. Also, you can easily avoid the mess if you lay a piece of cloth on areas that you wish to leave unpainted.

You Save Time

It will only take you a few minutes to paint a small piece of furniture. In addition, the spray paint requires minimal time to dry, as opposed to a brush paint which takes hours or even days to dry completely.

3. Upgrade Your Furniture With Decorative Details

The beauty of your furniture is in the details. Decorative hardware such as hinges, knobs, pulls, and handles can quickly turn your basic furniture into elegant pieces, and you don't even have to try hard.

Perhaps you have an old nightstand that you haven't used in years because it doesn't match your bedroom's glass. You can add a few crystal knobs to transform its aesthetics. In the same way, if you have an out-of-date chest of drawers, you can incorporate ribbon drawer pulls for a whole new look.

Likewise, if you have brass hardware, these pieces may have faded over time. You can replace them with brighter ones and rub the wood with a restore and finish solution to make your furniture look new again.

Furniture hardware is pretty affordable and makes an excellent DIY project. In addition, you have a ton of options to choose from to suit your style, furniture type, and budget.

With the tips above, you are in a better position to restore your old furniture on a budget. In addition, you can trust us for all your furniture hardware and paint needs. Contact us today at Koontz Hardware and let us help you pick products that match your needs and budget.