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Our furniture maintenance tips can help you keep your home cost efficient, safe & cozy.

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How to Remove Ring Stains from Wood

You don’t have to let a water ring ruin your furniture any longer. While a coaster is always better, you can grab a few items out of the cabinet to quickly remove rings left from spills or sweating glasses. General contractor Tom Silva shows host Kevin O’Connor just how furniture ring removal works.
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How to Restore Rusty Furniture

Finding the right set of table and chairs for your patio is no small task. When a homeowner realized her perfect set was starting to rust and show its age, standing out from the rest of her beautiful backyard, she knew a fresh coat of paint was in order. With the help of paint expert Mauro Henrique, the two restore the patio furniture with a bit of prep work and the right paint.
How to Repair Aluminum Patio Chairs

How To Repair Aluminum Patio Chairs

Extend the life of your sling patio chairs with these tips.
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How To Care for Wood Patio Furniture

Outdoor furniture is often made of resilient wood, but it’s not immune to the elements. Here’s how to keep your deck or patio set in top form.
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How To Clean Leather

Read this comprehensive guide on how to properly clean and care for your leather furniture to have it looking great for years to come.
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How To Stain an Adirondack Chair

See how to properly stain an Adirondack chair with This Old House DIY Expert & House One editor Jenn Largesse.
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How To Refinish a Dining Table in a few Simple to Follow Steps

Is your dining table in need of a makeover? Read our guide to learn how you can refinish it so that it looks brand new.
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Presidential Treatment for Old Furniture

Heirloom restoration advice from the man entrusted with President George Washington's desk
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TLC For Wood Furniture: Tips To Restore And Maintain Your Pieces

Salvage your beloved wood furniture from wear and tear and keep it looking great for years to come with these helpful tips.
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Furniture Face-Lifts With Overlays

Whether painted to blend in or contrast with the base color, these details are definite standouts.
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How To Fix Wood Scratches

Do you have wood furniture with a damaged finish? Our expert breaks down how to fix abrasions, scratches, and gouges on wood.

Everything You Need To Know about Tin Punching

Tin punching lets you create intricate designs on metal for a handcrafted look. Learn what you need and how to do it from our experts.
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Simple Solutions for Worn Drawers

Learn simple repair techniques and tips to restore drawer functionality and appearance, making your furniture feel new again.
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How To Fix Falling Drawers: A Step-by-Step Guide

Falling drawers can be both a nuisance and damaging. This guide will help you create stops for older cabinet drawers to keep them from falling.
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How To Restore Outdoor Furniture

If your outdoor furniture is damaged, rusted, or torn, you may not need to replace it. Save money by reviving your furniture with these DIY tips.
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Fixing Loose Hinge Holes in a Handful of Simple Steps

Learn how to fix loose hinge holes on your kitchen cabinet doors using these simple and effective DIY repair methods.
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How To Fix Blistered Veneer and Remove Blemishes

When surfaces start blemishing, you can DIY a fix to veneer with a few simple tools and techniques. Here's how to do it.

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