It can be tempting to whip out some paint to refresh an old piece of furniture that's been sitting around your home, however, it may be better off left alone than painted. We asked pros to share what types of furniture should never be painted, so you know which ones to avoid giving a quick DIY makeover to.
Whether you went antiquing, stumbled upon an exquisite piece on the curb, or inherited family heirlooms, do your homework to find out if they’re original and if so, exactly when the pieces were made. If they’re at least 100 years old, they’re antiques that you should avoid covering with layers of paint.
“Painting antique furniture can significantly reduce its value, especially if the piece has historical significance, as collectors often seek out original finishes,” Deborah Meyers, a furniture makeover artist, explains.
She recalls seeing someone had removed burl veneer from an old cabinet due to damage and she noticed that the affected area was so small that it could have been restored. Instead, the refinisher ended up painting the piece. Meyers explains how it's vital to educate yourself before making any irreversible changes.
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You can paint over almost any type of surface—be it laminate, wood, or metal—if you’ve prepared the surface correctly and selected the right paint and method of application. But if you’re dealing with a new piece of furniture, even of the budget-friendly flat-pack kind, you might want to hold off on painting it as the paint might not adhere as well to a pristine factory finish.
“Even if you follow best practices, the painted finish will be more prone to
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Fall will be here before you know it, and we know what that means—it’s time to bring out thefall decor. Of course, exactly how to decorate your space for the season may be trickier than it seems. As you’re deciding which route to take, why not consult your zodiac sign?
Fall is sort of the pre-game of the holiday decor season. Shifting your home's accessories a bit for the chillier months can help you create a relaxing and inviting space to unwind in the evenings.
As fall begins, many turfgrasses show signs of common diseases. “These fungi are always present, but disease occurs when the environmental conditions are ideal for its development,” says Clint Waltz, PhD, turfgrass specialist, Turfgrass and Education Center at the University of Georgia. “That means an extended period of humidity and temperatures in the 60s to 80s.”
Let's be honest: staying on top of cleaning and organizing every room in your home can get overwhelming—and before you know it, piles of junk on countertops and crammed-full kitchen cabinets can feel unmanageable.
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Brick is one of those designer-favorite materials that is timeless and can add unique depth and texture to architectural elements, both indoors and out.
Decorating a windowsill might seem like a simple way to add a bit of flair and personality to your living space. After all, a well-decorated sill can act as a mini-showcase for your style, housing everything from cute trinkets to treasured mementos. But before you start lining up your favorite possessions along that sunny ledge, it's important to remember that not everything plays nice with sunlight.