Furniture repairs don't have to be expensive. You may even be able to take care of them yourself. With the right tools and some wooden spatula, you can transform a broken dresser or a broken chair.
Read on to learn more about DIY repairs that will keep your favorite furniture going!
Bring your veneer back to life
If you've chipped veneer on your furniture, it will look shabby. The unfinished wood under the veneer is noticeable. However, the good news is that veneer furniture repairs are possible. If your veneer lifts up against the wood underneath, secure it back in place with wood glue and pressure. You may find a suitable veneer to fill in gaps in larger rooms where the veneer is no longer there. You can also use a wood filler for smaller areas of broken veneer. However, check to see if it can be spotty. If it doesn't, the filler looks obvious.
Simple furniture repairs include attachment scratches
Scratches can spoil the beauty of your wooden furniture if you don't repair it. Fortunately, hiding scratches is one of the easiest furniture repairs. While it may be tempting to grab a wooden marker for the job, don't do it. Wood markings, stains, and fillers don't look good if they don't go well together. Alternatively, use clear nail polish to fill in larger scratches. Then use fine sandpaper to finish the surface.
Another option is to use a paste wax and polish it well. You will get a stronger color match with the wood and give your wood a shiny shine. Try this on your closet, coffee table, or bed. But if your favorite bed frame looks too broken to be saved, you better act. Visit Wildwood TV Lift Furniture to find a unique and comfortable bed!
Get your furniture legs upright
When it comes to fixing broken wooden furniture, legs are an easy target. Moving furniture takes a toll on the legs of your favorite chairs. And at some point those wobbly legs could give way. Too many people ruin chair legs by using screws or nails to fix the problem. If you hammer a screw into a chair leg, the wood can splinter. Instead, you can keep these legs upright with a simple product: wood glue.
First, sand the surface of the chair leg so that it is smooth. Then use a generous amount of wood glue to secure it to the chair. Clamps create a tight connection between the legs and the chair. If your chair's legs are just wobbly, turn to Furniture Struts for help. Place a brace directly against one leg. Pre-drill holes and secure the support to the seat and leg with screws.
Pull these furniture seams tight
It's not uncommon for the wood to begin to separate on your wooden tables. But what do you do when the seams on your coffee table move apart? Go to the hardware store and buy some corner braces. Place the corner braces over the seam on the bottom or back of the furniture. Slide the seam together and insert the screws with a drill bit. The braces should do the trick of holding things together. If your dresser drawers are moving apart, wood glue should solve that problem. Remove the excess old glue by sanding it down. Then apply new glue and clamp the drawer in place to allow it to dry.
Bring new life into furniture with paint
If repairing wooden furniture involves too many major repairs, then you have another option. Don't try to hide every little flaw in the wood. Paint it instead! A dresser with good lines but a distressed veneer could look amazing with paint and a wax seal. First, clean the furniture. Then apply a latex primer. Next, choose latex or oil paint in the color you want. You can also use chalk paint for a matte finish. Apply the color you choose with a good quality brush to minimize the appearance of brush strokes. Once the paint has dried, you can try applying a wax finish for a polished look. In the end, you get a beautiful piece of furniture where color and shape are the focus!
Upgrade your sofa cushions
Does your sofa seem flat? Lifeless pillows don't always mean investing in a new sofa. You may be able to use fluff or replace the filling as an easy DIY solution. Check the back of your sofa cushions to see if there are any zippers. You should be able to remove the existing pillows. First, massage the pillows with your hands to even out them. However, you may need to take a more extreme measure. Try measuring the pillows so you can get replacement pillows. You should be able to find pillows at most craft or big box stores. If new pillows don't cut, turn to plywood. Cut a sheet of plywood to the size of your seat cushion. Then place the sheet of plywood under your pillow for extra support.
Attack some DIY furniture repairs
When it comes to DIY furniture repairs, there is so much you can do! Instead of throwing away a piece of furniture, check out your hardware store for wood glue, braces, and tools. You save money by making the corrections yourself – and learning something in the process. Check out new articles for more tips to keep your home running!
