Giving my garage workbench a makeover

garage workbench makeover

After 8 years of building, painting, staining, cement, glue, drills and holes, my garage workbench was in dire need of a clean-up.  This quick and easy workbench makeover will have you looking at your workspace (or used workbenches online) in a different light. I love my workbench.  I love my workshop.  Sure, there could be […]

12 of the Internet’s Best Desk Makeovers!

12 of the internet's best desk makeovers

Join me as I delve into the world of desk makeovers – where ordinary desks become extraordinary, and the mundane transforms into the extraordinary. Get ready to unleash your creativity, infuse your personality into your workspace, and witness the power of a well-designed desk in elevating your work experience. I was sorting through my old […]

Refinishing veneer tables

Refinishing veneer tables, wood veneer table, refinishing veneer

Refinishing veneered tables isn’t impossible. With a bit of finesse, and some patience, you can bring new life to wood veneer furniture – including re-staining! It’s been awhile since I’ve shared a refinishing project hasn’t it?  Feels like AGES. This refinishing project is a bit different than I usually do because the tables had veneered […]

How to choose a sander

DIYer's Guide to Sanders

So you’re looking to start refinishing furniture, or perhaps even start DIYing a few small builds and are wondering what sander does what?  I did too, but after a bit of research I’ve put together this list for “How to choose a sander” to help narrow down your selection based on your use. This is […]

Painting furniture: A coffee table makeover

coffee table before

This coffee table went from well-loved and worn, to beautiful in black.  Painting furniture is a great way to change up a room, prolong the life of your furniture, and bring quality pieces back to life.  This coffee table makeover to Onyx black is a prime example. Did you know that the best times to […]

Sharon’s table – refinishing outdoor furniture

patio side table before

As we move into the depths of Winter, now is a great time to sneak out to your garage (or kitchen floor if need be) and work on refinishing your outdoor furniture.  In 3 easy steps, you can upgrade your wood patio furniture back to new! This is Sharon’s patio side table. The wood is […]

Navy bedroom set

Navy bedroom set, navy bedroom furniture

Want to bring colour to your bedroom, but without making the walls feel “heavy”?  What about a navy bedroom set to bring sophistication and tradition together in a bold, but neutral palette? It’s funny, but since I graduated cabinetmaking school, I’ve been inundated with requests to refinish furniture? A couple of orders to make furniture, […]