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Cabinet Re-facing: Refinishing

Refinishing cabinets as well as other furnishings and accessories in the home can be an arduous task. However, anyone can do it and it is a cost effective option. It definitely costs far less than replacing cabinetry, and it can provide a beautiful transformation. If you have ever refinished a piece of furniture, you know what to expect. Refinishing cabinets requires much the same attention to detail and effort. It’s a lot like painting cabinets, but it does require a bit more time and skill. Either way, please read the previous article, Re-facing Cabinets: Five Tips for Painting, for more … Continue reading →

Update Your Kitchen Cabinets

Maybe replacing kitchen cabinets isn’t in your budget or you don’t have time to devote to the project. Maybe you basically like your cabinets, but they could just use some updating. The simplest, most cost efficient way to update them is to change the hardware. Just measure the holes where the current hardware is attached and look for new pieces that will fit the existing holes. If you plan to refinish door and drawer fronts, you can fill in hardware holes with wood putty, sand, and then refinish as planned. You can choose any hardware you like and simply drill … Continue reading →

Do it Yourself Look of Leather

Have you ever tried a faux technique that creates the look of leather? Here is a really simple, affordable technique that you can utilize, with things your probably already have around the house. You will need brown paper bags, school glue, water, and a paintbrush. You will of course need something to apply the technique to as well. Try a lampshade, a trashcan, or apply it to a plastic tumbler or a clean, empty can to make a great faux leather penholder. You can cut the paper into strips or squares, but this technique looks best if you rip the … Continue reading →