Restoration
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How I Restored this Old Vintage Cabinet for Under $50
See how I transformed a chemical- and water-damaged Chiswell cabinet that someone was giving away for free into a beautiful mid-century statement piece for less than $50 using simple DIY restoration techniques. Introduction One person’s rubbish really can become another person’s treasure. When I came across this old Chiswell cabinet, it was far from showroom…
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Guide to Spotting Quality Furniture Suitable for Restoration
Learn how to identify quality second-hand furniture that is suitable for restoration. Great places to look are at op shops (thrift stores), at tip shops, in kerbside rubbish collection piles, at garage sales, for sale on Facebook Marketplace or in the pile of stuff your Gran wants to get rid of. Discover what to buy,…