3 Easy Ways to Repair an Old Wooden Chair

Looking for ways to freshen up your home? Transform old furniture into fresh and functional pieces. Here are few easy ways to repair an old wooden chair.

Below are 3 easy ways to repair an old wooden chair:

Sand and Repair

Before sanding your chair, check for clumps of glue that may have been used to repair the chair in the past. If there are any clumps of wood glue, like mine had, try removing as much as possible with the sharp end of a clean putty knife (you may be able to use a spare butter or other kitchen knife if you don't have a putty knife on hand).

You may not be able to remove all of it, but that's okay. Most of the glue will also come off during the sanding process.

After removing any excess glue, begin sanding your chair with low grit sandpaper to remove any old paint or varnish. Use an electric sander if you have one to make the job go by quicker; however, you will mostly likely need to sand the legs and any backing of the chair by hand since the sander cannot get into any grooves or designs chiseled into the wood. Source: RefurbishAbout

Applying the Stain

First wipe down the whole surface with a tack cloth to remove any dust from sanding. Staining is easiest to do with a staining pad. Dip the pad in the stain and wipe it on using long, even strokes. Then use a clean wiping cloth to remove excess stain. Wipe lightly with the grain to avoid streaking.

You'll need to apply multiple coats until you like the color. Keep following the same process but be sure to let the stain dry between coats so you can gauge what it looks like before deciding whether to add another coat.Once your last coat of stain is totally dry, apply an oil-based clear coat for a final layer of sheen and protection.

Spray-on clear coat is easy to use and provides great coverage. Spray with a nice even motion following the natural lines of the piece. Apply two coats, sanding in between with 200-grit or higher sandpaper after the first coat is dry. This technique will smooth any imperfections from your first coat and give you a pro grade finish. Then spray on a final layer. Source: DIYNetwork

Shellac and Finish

After the final shellac, rub the chair down with a 0000 steel wool — it's the finest grade. With a piece of T-shirt cotton, apply beeswax. Upholstery is the last step. I had already invested $110 in leather and another $45 on a box of 1,000 studs and wanted perfection. Source: DNAinfo

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