Furniture

Your furniture is what makes a house your home, and it’s important to keep it in tip-top shape. Learn how you can protect your couches, tables, and chairs—whether they’re in your living room or on your patio.

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Professional decorator choosing the best upholstery for the armchair by holding fabric samples against it
Dan Simms
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Apr 15, 2024
Apr 15, 2024
You can save money by reupholstering your furniture over buying new, but how much does reupholstery cost? Find out in this cost guide.
woman playing pool at home
Ginny Bartolone
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Jan 29, 2024
Jan 29, 2024
Learning how much it costs to refelt a pool table is the first step to getting your game back in top shape. Here's what to know about each type of table.
Couple refinishing furniture outside house
Alison Kasch
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May 24, 2024
May 24, 2024
Your furniture refinishing cost will vary depending on the refinishing method, the type of furniture, and labor costs. Learn your potential furniture refinishing cost.
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Interior view of German house dating from 1820
Audrey Bruno  •  Oct 14, 2024
Drab to Fab: Should I Restore or Refinish Furniture?
Should you restore or refinish furniture? The answer will depend on the extent of the damage and whether you want to update or maintain its current look.
Couple refinishing furniture outside house
Alison Kasch  •  May 24, 2024
How Much Does Furniture Refinishing Cost? [2024 Data]
Your furniture refinishing cost will vary depending on the refinishing method, the type of furniture, and labor costs. Learn your potential furniture refinishing cost.
Professional decorator choosing the best upholstery for the armchair by holding fabric samples against it
Dan Simms  •  Apr 15, 2024
How Much Does Reupholstery Cost? [2024 Data]
You can save money by reupholstering your furniture over buying new, but how much does reupholstery cost? Find out in this cost guide.
woman playing pool at home
Ginny Bartolone  •  Jan 29, 2024
How Much Does It Cost to Refelt a Pool Table? [2024 Data]
Learning how much it costs to refelt a pool table is the first step to getting your game back in top shape. Here's what to know about each type of table.
Contemporary living room with a white sofa
Deirdre Sullivan  •  Jan 17, 2024
How to Protect Furniture From Sun Damage in 5 Easy Steps
Natural sunshine is great for a warm, homey room, but UV rays take their toll on wood, leather, and upholstery. Learn how to protect your furniture from sun damage in five easy steps.
A small apartment with a murphy bed
Gemma Johnstone  •  Dec 20, 2023
How to Build a DIY Murphy Bed in Under 5 Hours
Learning how to build a Murphy bed is a DIY challenge for handy homeowners with spatially challenged homes. Grab your tools and follow this guide.
A boho entrance with a retro mirror
Audrey Bruno  •  Sep 1, 2023
8 Ways to Turn Old Furniture Into New and Exciting Pieces
Repurposing furniture is an easy way to breathe new life into old, beloved pieces. With the right tools and a bit of time, just about anyone can DIY this project.
A woman reading with her cat in the living room
Alison Kasch  •  Aug 29, 2023
How to Clean a Leather Couch and Protect It From Future Spills
Keep your leather furniture looking perfect for years to come with these couch cleaning tips for spills and sticky situations like gum and candy.
Woman in the living room tidying up sofa cushions
Megy Karydes  •  Aug 28, 2023
How to Make Your Own Upholstery Cleaner That Doesn’t Damage Your Furniture
If you love your couch but don’t love the smell, it’s time to clean it. Learn how to make your own DIY upholstery cleaner in this expert guide.
Father and daughter painting chair outside
Jenna Jonaitis  •  Jan 20, 2023
How to Paint Furniture to Get Beautiful, Long-Lasting Results
Have a piece of furniture that doesn’t work in your space or needs a refresh? Learn how to paint furniture at home with these simple steps.
A male carpenter in a plaid shirt staining a wood plank
Paul F. P. Pogue  •  Jan 5, 2023
How to Stain Wood the Right Way
Staining wood may seem like a simple DIY project, but there’s more to it than you may think. Learn how to stain wood like a pro with this easy-to-follow guide.
A woman measuring chair to be reupholstered
Dawn M. Smith  •  Nov 30, 2022
What Is Reupholstery? A Guide to the Furniture Reinvention Process
What is reupholstery, anyway? Learn more about how reupholstery updates furniture by improving its structure and updating the exterior.