Do you have some old furniture you are getting tired of? Is it time to make some changes around your house but you are not quite sure how to do it? There are things you can do to dress up or change what you already have without going out and buying something new.
For that old couch that still has a lot of wear in it, but maybe the fabric is getting old and worn or you just need a change, why not add a slipcover. Using slipcovers on your couch or chair can do a lot to brighten a room and gives you the option of changing the look of your room for very little cost. It is easy to coordinate using slipcovers also, as you can choose your slipcover based on other decorative items in the room.
What about that old coffee table that needs to be refinished? You could spend the time and strip it down and refinish it or get some decorative Con-Tact paper and give your coffee table a fresh new look!
That old set of chairs that you inherited from your grandma, but are still in good structural condition could be refinished by sanding down slightly and painting. You could stay very basic or get creative by adding color, stencils, and designs to make a one-of-a-kind piece.
Watch garage sales for interesting items that can be made into creative and interesting items for your home. Old windows make great table tops, interesting coat hangers, or conversation piece picture frames. They can be stripped down and refinished or leave with a weathered, depressed look for a more “authentic” look.
That antique dresser that was left in your grandma’s attic or that you found at a garage sale would make a great bathroom vanity. How about turning an old school desk into a entryway table. The possibilities are endless and are only limited by your imagination. So, take a look around today and start finding ways to dress up and renew your old furniture to create something new.