Redesign your old & broken furniture into new furniture

Redesigning old furniture involves getting an old piece of furniture as close as possible to its original condition. In most cases, it is not just a facelift but making the item usable again, thereby adding more value.

If you are struggling to keep up with your existing furniture, here are a few furniture repair tips from Sofa Doctor.

Research and inspect
Before getting your hands on the damaged furniture, do a little research to determine whether it is worth restoring the piece or not. If the furniture is already a couple of decades old and has undergone a bunch of repairs, it is better to let it go.

Fix a budget
Once you have found that the damaged piece is worth your time and money, you will need to decide how much you are willing to spend on it. Some pieces like a wooden chair might be cheap and quick to fix, whereas a leather sofa might be more expensive and time-consuming.

Determine the look you need
When restoring furniture, you have the flexibility to change its look and color. But, that does not mean you necessarily need to do it. Thus, be sure to do some examination to figure out which color and look will suit the best on the piece.

Clean before you begin
Before your whop out your paintbrush and sandpaper, give the piece a thorough cleaning. If you don't readily clean it, you might find some grime and dirt. Removing all this buildup can help you reveal a nice finish underneath.

Repair
Now, repair or replace broken parts. You can visit your nearby furniture store and get lucky by finding an identical leg or knob. But in most cases, you will require custom-made parts. Thus, the best shot might be to repair the broken part; however, it might require some professional assistance.

Refinish

Once you have made the repairs, it's time to refinish the piece. This step includes taking off the old finish and replace it with a new one. Use some elbow grease to clean the surface, followed by painting.

Conclusion

Restoring furniture can be both easy and cumbersome depending upon the degree of damage and the type of furniture. If the damage is significant and you are less likely to repair it by yourself, get in touch with Sofa Doctor.

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