Furniture

Your furniture is what makes a house your home, and it’s important to keep it in tip-top shape. Learn how you can protect your couches, tables, and chairs—whether they’re in your living room or on your patio.

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Professional decorator choosing the best upholstery for the armchair by holding fabric samples against it
Dan Simms
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Jan 6, 2025
Jan 6, 2025
You can save money by reupholstering your furniture over buying new, but how much does reupholstery cost? Find out in this cost guide.
Couple refinishing furniture outside house
Alison Kasch
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Jan 10, 2025
Jan 10, 2025
Your furniture refinishing cost will vary depending on the refinishing method, the type of furniture, and labor costs. Learn your potential furniture refinishing cost.
woman playing pool at home
Ginny Bartolone
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Jan 29, 2024
Jan 29, 2024
Learning how much it costs to refelt a pool table is the first step to getting your game back in top shape. Here's what to know about each type of table.
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woman refinishing wood furniture
Mitchell Grant  •  Mar 11, 2025
5 Questions to Ask About Refinishing Furniture
If you’re looking into refinishing some furniture, here are some common furniture refinishing questions you can expect to discuss with a pro.
Couple refinishing furniture outside house
Alison Kasch  •  Jan 10, 2025
How Much Does Furniture Refinishing Cost? [2025 Data]
Your furniture refinishing cost will vary depending on the refinishing method, the type of furniture, and labor costs. Learn your potential furniture refinishing cost.
Professional decorator choosing the best upholstery for the armchair by holding fabric samples against it
Dan Simms  •  Jan 6, 2025
How Much Does Reupholstery Cost? [2025 Data]
You can save money by reupholstering your furniture over buying new, but how much does reupholstery cost? Find out in this cost guide.
A father and his children having breakfast on the kitchen table
Nick P. Cellucci  •  Jan 2, 2025
How Much Does It Cost to Refinish a Table? [2025 Data]
A refinished table really ties a room together. If your table has seen better days, getting it refinished is a good idea. Here’s how much it will cost to refinish a table.
Interior view of German house dating from 1820
Audrey Bruno  •  Oct 14, 2024
Drab to Fab: Should I Restore or Refinish Furniture?
Should you restore or refinish furniture? The answer will depend on the extent of the damage and whether you want to update or maintain its current look.
woman playing pool at home
Ginny Bartolone  •  Jan 29, 2024
How Much Does It Cost to Refelt a Pool Table? [2025 Data]
Learning how much it costs to refelt a pool table is the first step to getting your game back in top shape. Here's what to know about each type of table.
Contemporary living room with a white sofa
Deirdre Sullivan  •  Jan 17, 2024
How to Protect Furniture From Sun Damage in 5 Easy Steps
Natural sunshine is great for a warm, homey room, but UV rays take their toll on wood, leather, and upholstery. Learn how to protect your furniture from sun damage in five easy steps.
A small apartment with a murphy bed
Gemma Johnstone  •  Dec 20, 2023
How to Build a DIY Murphy Bed in Under 5 Hours
Learning how to build a Murphy bed is a DIY challenge for handy homeowners with spatially challenged homes. Grab your tools and follow this guide.