Fill both buckets with hot water. To the water in one bucket, add a cup of vinegar and a few drops of the dish soap. Mix well with your handâyou might want to wear rubber gloves, btw. Because of the vinegar, the soap won t foam as much; don t panic. It s still working. Bonus: The vinegar has antimicrobial properties, disinfecting even as you clean. Leave the…
THE ESSENTIAL MIX-AND-MATCH VINTAGE DINING CHAIR GUIDE Weâve all seen itâthat dining table enviably surrounded by a bevy of mismatched vintage dining chairs. It feels breezy; uncomplicatedâlike flowing cursive on paperâand conjures up major feelings of why-didnât-I-think-of-that? You decide to DIY the look, but once you do, it feels akin to standing at a crossroads…
Ikea, the worldâs largest furniture retailer, is known for many things: Umlaut-laden product names, budget-friendly flat pack, Swedish meatballs, to name a few. But collectable, heirloom-quality pieces? ej . But despite its rep for disintegrating particleboard, Ikeaâs older pieces are becoming a hot new trend at auctions around the world, according to a new report…
The thing to remember,Karen says, is that the finish in a piece of wood either adds to its value or takes it away. How can owners of antique furniture preserve their finishesâand the value of their antiques? Most collectors and dealers say you let it be,Karen says. Faded Is Fine The reason to leave antique paints and stains as they are, she says, is that…
We know your vintage heirlooms are precious to you. We understand you may be hesitant getting any repair or restoration done for fear of the end result. Certainly for the untrained, this is a rightful concern. Rest assured, you your vintage restoration will be in skilled hands with Carrison s Restorations. Surface restoration & preservation is part of what…
THE BEST VINTAGE DINING SET ACCORDING TO YOUR HOSTING STYLE When you consider how many Bolognese Mondays, breakfasts in jammies, and just plain, old fashioned milestones your dining set is bound to witness during its lifetime, shopping for one can feel akin to interviewing for a new member of the family. Not to put on the pressure, but a vintage dining set is…
There are treasures everywhere you look. Rare things. Exquisite things. Gloriously, decadently opulent things. Over here is a George fireplace mantel complete with Siena marble frieze, produced circa 1670. Over there is a one-of-a-kind Italian crystal chandelier designed by the celebrated glassmaker Giulio Salviati and manufactured in Murano during the latter…
Chalk paint creates a shabby chic look. Shabby chic offers a design theme where furniture is aged, chipped, worn and rustic. Painting a piece of furniture in the shabby chic look involves two coats of paint and a little sanding. You can finish almost any type of furniture to look shabby chic including wood veneer furniture that is made of particle or fiberboard…
IS MY ANTIQUE FURNITURE VALUABLE? EVERYBODY asks this question at one time or another! Below we have some great guidelines, but the REAL answer has to be found from a qualified appraiser. Most of the information below was garnered from the Antiques Roadshow Primer, but it is not complete. If you want more of the same type of information, we highly recommend you…
Louis XV, 1730-1760 French Furniture Styles Louis XV (1730-1760) Undoubtedly the greatest of all periods for French furniture, this was a period of extraordinary creativity, and was influenced by the royal mistresses: Madame de Pompadour, Madame du Barry, and a few others. Grand suites were replaced by smaller more intimate rooms, and were furnished with unfailing…
Determining an antique chair s value is often difficult and may take some detective work on your part. Identifying the Chair Before you can begin to determine the value of an antique chair, you must first identify its style, manufacturer and age. If you already know some, or all, of that information you are off to a good start. The following tips are useful for…
In question are two âPloyants de Foliotâ stools, a âLa bergère de Madame Ălisabethâ armchair and a chair made for Madame du Barry, King Louis XVâs mistress. The French government paid 2.7 million euros for them. The sale was said to have been organised by chair expert Bill Pallot, who was detained for questioning along with Parisian gallery owner Laurent Kraemer…
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At Crate and Barrel, we take great pride in the quality and craftsmanship of our furniture and rugs. Attention to detail in design, materials and construction is always at the forefront. We encourage you to inspect the item upon receipt. If you have a concern or believe there is a quality issue, we will work with you to correct it, in accordance with the policy…
Retro furniture has been celebrating a comeback in recent times: properly placed and styled, vintage furniture breathes new life into old design classics and creates a warm nostalgic atmosphere in your home. Retro chairs are easily added to a room and can complement the rest of the furnishings to create a completely unique look. Invite your guests on a magic…
THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO MID-CENTURY MODERN INTERIORS For those who dream in shades of cool California fruit trees (think sunburst orange and creamy avocado), like their teak-oiled arms accented with a bit of bright brass, and crush on anything Eames: meet Mid-Century Modern. A term used to classify furniture constructed between 1945 to 1970, Mid-Century Modern…
No piece of antique or vintage furniture conveys as much personality and says as much about its owner as a chair, whether itâs a side chair in a hallway, a set of matching chairs in the dining room, or a unique rocking chair on the front porch. The chair is as old as recorded history itself. The ancient Egyptians had stools, and even wooden folding chairs, with…
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Every year when the holidays arrive, you look at your dining room chairs with dismay as you see a crack here or a dull finish there. Whatever the wear on your chairs, you think it might just be time to buy new ones. Fortunately, chairs make great accessories to highlight the style of any room. You can choose upholstered cherry chairs, Chippendale chairs, vintage…
Antique furniture appraisal, or the value of antique furniture. The value of your antique furniture is determined primarily by it s age, the maker, and condition. We appraise furniture If you have vintage or antique furniture and you would like help determining it s value The age of the antique furniture can be very difficult to accurately pin point. It is often…
Place a chisel under the edge of the tack or other fastener. Tap the end of the chisel with a wooden mallet. Gently lever the tack (or other fastener) upwards. Do this gently and repetitively until the tack becomes free of the wood. Store the removed tacks in a bag or place straight into the disposal bin. This will avoid accidentally treading on sharp objects…
If youâre in the market for a vintage sofa, you know how the term âcouch surfingâ takes on a whole new meaningâand not necessarily a relaxing one. When it comes to vintage sofas, options aboundâone vintage sofa touts itself as a tuxedo model, while another a camelback. Not sure of the difference? Trust us, youâre not alone! To help, weâve broken down some of…
HOW TO PICK THE PERFECT VINTAGE ACCENT CHAIR Nothing adds character quite like an accentâespecially when it comes to your living space. While some look to vases, trays, and objects to punctuate a room, the shape-shifting abilities of a vintage accent chair should never be overlooked. From the wingback chair to the slipper chair, secondhand accent chairs merge…
Antiques & Modern provides top-quality professional wood restorations using period Scandinavian finishing techniques, which is included in the purchase of all inventory. Custom upholstery options are available upon request on lounge chairs, sofa and dining seats. Clients can select from our vast collection of period accurate fabrics, designer textiles…
