🔨 Turning Trash into Treasure! 🎨

Looking around your home, do you have any old and overlooked furniture pieces that are still in good condition, but just don’t fit in with your current aesthetic? Instead of spending a fortune on new furniture, why not breathe new life into these pieces by revamping them? With a little bit of creativity, elbow grease, and a few tools, you can turn drab and outdated furniture into fab pieces that perfectly suit your style.

1. Determine Your Design

Before you start tearing apart your furniture or painting it, you need to decide what you want your finished piece to look like. Do you want to just touch up a few scuffs or scratches, or do you want to completely change the color and style of the piece? Browse Pinterest or Instagram for design inspiration, or check out some furniture renovation blogs for some ideas.

A mood board full of inspiration

2. Clean Your Piece

Before you start any renovations, give your piece a thorough cleaning. Remove all dust and dirt with a damp cloth and let it dry. Depending on the type of piece you have, you may need to give it a more intense cleaning with water, soap, and a scrub brush. If your piece has a lot of built-up grime or stains, you may also need to sand it down before you start painting.

A clean and ready-to-go piece of furniture

3. Fix Any Damage

Now is the time to address any structural issues your furniture piece may have. Tighten any loose screws or hinges, replace any missing pieces, and fill in any cracks or holes with wood filler. If you are going to paint your piece, now is the best time to do any repairs before you start painting.

A set of basic tools to help with any repairs

4. Paint or Stain

Now comes the fun part - giving your furniture a new look! Once you have cleaned and repaired your piece, you can start painting or staining it. Choose a color or finish that fits your design aesthetic, and make sure you have all the supplies you need before you start. Don’t forget to sand your piece down before painting or staining, and apply multiple coats for a more professional-looking finish.

A beautifully painted piece of furniture in a new color

5. Add New Hardware or Upholstery

If you want to further enhance your revamped furniture piece, consider adding new hardware or upholstery. A new set of handles or knobs can give old dressers or cabinets new life, and reupholstering chairs or sofas can give them a completely new feel. Just be sure to measure everything properly before you make your purchase, and choose materials and colors that match your design vision.

New hardware and upholstery on a previously outdated piece

6. Show it Off!

Finally, place your newly revamped furniture piece in its new spot and showcase it! Whether it’s your living room, dining room, or bedroom, your unique and revamped piece will bring new life to any space.

A beautifully revamped furniture piece in its new space

Revamping old furniture is a fantastic way to breathe new life into old pieces, save money, and create a unique look for your space. No matter how big or small your furniture renovation is, with a little bit of creativity and effort, you can take your drab furniture and turn it into fab pieces!

A set of revamp furniture pieces with a newfound style