by Chris Harris Painted in Farrow and Ball white, middle one on gold. Old gold furniture and picture frames often carry a certain grandeur, but they do not always suit modern interiors. Tastes change. Rooms become lighter and simpler. Heavy gilt and gold finishes that once felt rich and impressive can begin to feel dark, … Continue reading Vintage Tips: Unravelling the Mystery of Why Painted Gilt Furniture and Frames Changes Colour
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Cutting a G Plan Table in Half and How I Turned It Into A Sleek Shelf. A Happy Upcycling Story and Tip.
by Chris Harris The Antiques Dealer’s Holding Pen If you know anyone in the antiques trade, you’ll already know this truth: whether it’s a garage, a barn, a workshop, a storage unit or an entire warehouse, a significant portion of the space is always filled with what we politely call “goods awaiting attention.” In reality, … Continue reading Cutting a G Plan Table in Half and How I Turned It Into A Sleek Shelf. A Happy Upcycling Story and Tip.
The Best Restoration Tip You’ll Ever Hear (and Probably Ignore): Patience
The offending article! It sounds simple, doesn't it? “Just be patient.” Yet in practice, it's the hardest advice to follow, especially in restoration, where things often don’t go to plan. Take this past Saturday. I’d just bought a beautiful Victorian three-fold wooden screen with embroidered panels. “It’s been in my garage a long time,” the … Continue reading The Best Restoration Tip You’ll Ever Hear (and Probably Ignore): Patience
The Rights of Fans. 