5 Signs It's Time to Replace Your Furniture
Is your old furniture showing signs of wear and tear? Maybe it's time for a style refresh. Here is a quick guide to help you determine if you should repair or replace your furniture.
Furniture is the Wrong Size
If you moved to a new home or updated your old home, existing furniture may not be the correct size for the space. Tables and cabinets that are too large for their space are a constant source of frustration to daily living. On the other hand, if you have an open floor plan with high ceilings, your small furniture may seem lost in a spacious room.
Upgrading from a queen to a king size bed may eliminate the space you have for nightstands and bedside tables. Solid wood nightstands are available in a variety of widths and heights for all room sizes.
Changing the size of furniture pieces is not an easy fix. In this case, we recommend starting over with new furniture.
Ready to Invest in High Quality Furniture
Many people first rent or purchase a starter home that fits their current budget and lifestyle. When you know that you will be moving again soon, it may not make sense to invest in high quality furniture. When you settle into long-term spaces, you may want to replace lower quality items with solid wood furniture.
Repairing Damaged Furniture
Common stress points for furniture include pets, small children and moving to a new home. Wood furniture is a magnet for puppies who love to chew and cats looking for a scratching post. Toddlers love racing Hot Wheels on the coffee table or crafting with markers or glue. Should you think about furniture repair in these cases?
Repairing furniture will depend on several things. Does the item have sentimental value? If the furniture piece is a family heirloom, the price of repairing it may be well worth it.
Is the furniture good quality? You can usually repair solid wood furniture. If a solid wood tabletop has scratches and knicks, it is possible to sand and refinish it to look like new. If pets have chewed up a decorative foot on a cabinet, woodworkers may be able to replace that foot only.
Old solid wood bedroom sets may feel sticky to the touch. Amish woodworkers today use a catalyzed conversion varnish to finish all furniture. This highly durable finish is heat resistant, UV resistant, and waterproof. A refinish may be all that is needed to repair bedroom furniture.
Engineered wood or furniture with cheap veneers may be harder to restore to its' original quality.
If your furniture is good quality and functional in the space, repairing it may be a good option. Be aware though, that the time required for extensive repairs will likely match the cost of replacing it with new furniture. In some areas, finding a qualified repairman is a considerable challenge as well.
Tired of the Furniture Style
Inevitably, our interior design style will change over time. Even if you purchased great quality furniture that functions well in the space, you may be tired of the look. DIYers everywhere have a solution to refresh your look.
If you are simply tired of the color of the furniture, it is possible to paint it. Be aware that painting over the finish may require extra care in daily use. Changing the knobs handcrafted Amish nightstands and bedside tables can breathe new life into outdated pieces. If you long for a new style of furniture, it is probably time to replace it with new.
Adding Functionality
Furniture designers constantly look for ways to add function to style. Some nightstands feature built in outlets and USB ports to make it easier to keep devices charged and eliminate messy cords. Many Amish bedside tables feature sliding tops with hidden compartments to keep handguns concealed and close at hand.
At Dutch Craft Furniture, our team can help you decide if you should fix or get new furniture. Contact one of our Amish furniture experts today!
