Other Furniture

You've built a new cedar chest, and now it's time to mount the piano hinge. It looks like an unwieldy task. The lid is heavy, too hard to hold with one hand while trying to insert the screws with...

When wood is freshly cut, its moisture content is quite high. It will take time for the moisture content to decrease to the point that furniture can be made out of the wood. Wood that is made into...

Do you have a space in your kitchen or bedroom or even your child's room that can take a window seat? Have you always wished you could have an extra bit of seating space? Find out how you can...

Creating a faux antique finish with pine is very easy. Pine is a soft wood and, as such, is very easy for simulating a well worn piece of wood or furniture. How old you want to make pine look is...

Growing children, new babies, new housemates, spending all your dough on a new place and then having no money to furnish it--all are reasons to put together a chest of drawers on the cheap. More...

Looking for a way to change the look of your space without breaking the bank? Repurposing something you already have can be an easy and affordable way to achieve a new look . Finding new uses for...

A drawer cabinet can be used in any room in your house forstorage. You can build a drawer cabinet yourself using plans or you can use an old cabinet for reference.

Foot stools have many uses. Children use them when they sit in a normal chair and their feet don't reach the floor. Classical guitarists use them to elevate one leg, to position the instrument...

Whether you're moving to a new home or simply want to update your home's interior, choosing furniture that matches the home creates a professional, finished look. With the vast array of furniture...

A number of factors affect the quality of the finish that can be attained on a piece of furniture which is being refinished. Some of these factors are attached to collecting the right information...

Pre-made cabinets make great home bars and the choice and selection are varied. When you use cabinets for a home bar your choices include birch, maple, oak and cherry wood. You can buy these...

Mexican furniture is generally rustic in style. Traditionally made by native craftsmen called "carpentieros," Mexican furniture's style is that of both native and Spanish influence, as well as...

A garage can be a good place to store much more than just the car. Unfortunately many people fail to optimize the potential storage capabilities in their garage. Often when they do put storage...

Termites eat wood not only in walls but also in furniture, particularly drywood termites, which do not need a source of water. The damage can go unnoticed for a while since termite eat wood from...

Oak veneer refinishing is done much the same as any wood refinishing. Quality wood furniture and antique wood furniture often have a veneer finish. Old Chinese antique furniture often has a...

A lot of people, myself included, are attempting to refinish some of their wooden furniture. This takes time, and quite a bit of patience. If unsure of where to start, do yourself a favor, start...

A plant stand is used to elevate or hold a potted plant above the ground. Plant stands can be used outside to raise sun-loving plants over other potted plants that may be blocking light, or to add...

If you have ever been into a smoker's home or into a place that has had a fire, smoke is the first smell you will notice. Wood has pores and absorbs smells, and smoke is easily absorbed. If you...

Wood exposed to direct sunlight can dry out, crack, spot and yellow. Wood breathes and is, therefore, vulnerable to both moisture and extremely dry conditions. Too much moisture can cause warping,...

Japanese tansu are unique pieces of wooden cabinetry that add a special touch to any home. Their distinctive design originated 400 years ago during the Edo Period in Japan when they were used as...

Buying green furniture is one thing you can do to keep the planet and your home healthy. Green furniture can be made from reclaimed wood or other recycled products, FSC certified wood or secondary...

Oil soap is a gentle cleaner appropriate for cleaning wood furniture, floors and some non-wood surfaces. When using oil soaps on antique wood, it is important to determine if the item requires...

People buy redwood furniture for their outdoor patios and decks not only because of their beauty, but also because of their durability. Sometimes this type of furniture can be expensive, so it is...

Even the most careful cigarette smokers sometimes have accidents that leave burn marks in their wake. Sometimes these burn marks find their way onto wooden tabletops or other wood furniture. You...

Consider a number of things when refinishing your wood lawn chairs. The type of wood is a critical component of the decision. You also need to determine what look you are trying to achieve. Wood...

When you purchase or inherit a used piece of furniture from a smoker, the smell of nicotine permeates the room in which you place the piece. The sweet, sickly scent of nicotine is not generally...

Polyurethane is the most widely used sealant for use after finishing or painting wood. It serves as a long-lasting lacquer that protects all the decorative effort put into a floor or a fine piece...

Pine is a softwood that has a very open cell structure. Non-sealed, porous pine wood readily absorbs stains. Hardwoods, such as oak or walnut, are much different. Hardwoods have a dense cellular...

Termites eat wood, and they will infest not only cheap drywall, but also expensive antique wood furniture. The latter is not as common, but it does happen. Unfortunately, it may go unnoticed until...

When it comes to redecorating your home, furniture is one of the best things you can buy because it completely changes the look of your room. Cherry furniture is a favorite with interior...

Building a simple kneeling meditation bench is a good way to make your meditation time more enjoyable and effective. A meditation bench allows you to kneel in a traditional fashion without resting...

A clothes drying rack can be used to dry articles of clothing that are too delicate to put in a dryer; also, people without access to a working dryer can use a drying rack to dry laundry. Drying...

Ready to upgrade from furniture that comes with 53 pieces and a confusing set of directions? Stepping into a furniture showroom can be just as daunting as visiting a used car lot; at first glance...

Armoires are a popular element in home design and have an array of purposes. They are most often used in bedrooms as a clothing organizer but can also hold dishes and glassware in a dining room or...

Cedar is a wood with many characteristics that make it a great option for outdoor use. It is a fine-grained wood that lies flat and stays straight and is less likely to crack than other woods....

A convenient spot to take a rest as you remove your coat and shoes or a place to sit under a window while reading a book, a shelf bench is a two-solutions-in-one piece of furniture. Shelf benches...

Caring for vintage wood furniture requires techniques that differ from the normal cleaning regime applied to modern day furnishings. The use of certain polishes and cleansers can greatly affect...

Distressing is a design technique. People use distressing to help give wood furniture a look that calls to mind aged antiques. Distressing wood furniture involves sanding off areas of varnish from...

Laundry tubs are prominent in older homes because at one time washing machines did not come equipped with gentle cycles. Homemade laundry tubs enable you to hand wash items not suitable for a...

Refinishing furniture with tung oil is a safe, inexpensive method that will restore wood furniture. It is nontoxic and easy to use, but, like other oils, it is combustible. Tung oil is a ...

For the avid reader, a magazine holder is the perfect storage utility. It serves to keep coffee tables, couches, the floor and benches clutter free. When kept in a central location, be it in the...

The term "green furniture" can be used interchangeably with "sustainable furniture" and "eco-friendly furniture." These terms recognize that there was minimal impact on the environment to make and...

Cedar wood is known for its durability and resistance to decay. Its delicate scent, resistance to weather and its moth-repellent properties have made it a popular wood for storage furniture....

Electricity and the subsequent advent of power tools are a recent development in the saga of industrial progress. Before that, people used hand tools to make furniture and water power to mill...

You can make an outdoor mosaic bench to place on your patio or in your garden from wood that's designed to handle the elements along with broken ceramic dishes or mosaic tiles made from porcelain,...

Teak furniture can add an entirely new level of style and sophistication to the interior of your home. Teak is beneficial because it's durable, sophisticated and can be used in furnishings as well...

Polyurethane varnish is used to bring out the beauty of wood furniture while protecting it at the same time. It can work just as well as a natural oil finish if applied correctly.

Plywood furniture can be an inexpensive way to furnish a dorm room or a first apartment. The furniture's sleek lines can blend with almost any other style of furniture. You can display plywood...

Properly cleaning and looking after your rosewood furniture is very important to the look and life of your items. Rosewood furniture that is cleaned with the wrong products will become dull...

Cubbies make great storage spaces and can add a nice touch to any group of shelves. Not only are cubbies attractive and useful, but they can be built easily at home and make an excellent...