Furniture Maintenance

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

Patios

TLC for Wood Patio Furniture

尽管户外傅rniture is typically made of resilient hardwoods or naturally rot-resistant softwoods, it’s not immune to the elements. Here’s how to keep your deck or patio set in top form

ByKatelin Hill

Spring-Clean Your Sofa

Couch seen some spills? Before you start scrubbing, know how to decode the care symbols on upholstery and fabric labels

Pro Restoration of Antique Wood Furniture

Pro painter Nick Slavik shows you how to spruce up an antique that is covered in thick shellac

How to Stain an Adirondack Chair

How to properly stain an Adirondack chair with This Old House DIY Expert & House One Editor Jenn Largesse.

Presidential Treatment for Old Furniture

Heirloom restoration advice from the man entrusted with President George Washington's desk

TLC for Wood Furniture

Salvage your beloved wood furniture from wear and tear with these tips

Furniture Face-Lifts With Overlays

Whether painted to blend in or contrast with the base color, these details are definite standouts

Everything You Need to Punch Tin

Create intricate designs on metal for a unique, handcrafted look

How to Repair Aluminum Patio Chairs

A pro shows how to extend the life of your sling patio chairs

Fast Fix for Worn Drawers

Fixing Falling Drawers

Create your own stops for older cabinet drawers

Reviving Outdoor Furniture

A pro shows how to extend the life of your lawn chairs.

Fixing Loose Hinge Holes

Stopping the wiggle in your cabinet doors

Fast Fix for Blistered Veneer

A simple repair for a blemished surface