Furniture update: turn old furniture into a surprisingly modern favourite piece

With a few clever tweaks, it can become a surprisingly modern favourite piece.

Giving old furniture a modern new life

Many people feel stuck when faced with the big childhood sideboard or the hefty chest of drawers from an inherited estate. Throwing it away feels wrong, yet keeping it as it is doesn’t feel right either. That’s exactly where a growing trend comes in-one that blends practical making, sustainability, and a contemporary look: turning an old piece of furniture into a up-to-date one-off, without a professional workshop and without a huge budget.

Why a furniture update is worth more than buying new

Refreshing an older solid-wood piece pays off in several ways. First, it cuts down on waste, because a sturdy wardrobe doesn’t end up as bulky rubbish. Second, it keeps costs manageable: for typical projects, material spend usually falls between €30 and €100, depending on the size and condition of the furniture.

What that usually includes

In most cases, this covers:

• a suitable primer for wood or veneered surfaces,

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