The U.S. furniture repair and restoration industry is a $2.0 billion market in 2025, with revenues inching down just 0.8 % annually over the last five years—yet profitable niche players still clear $100 K+ a year on part-time schedules. Ready…
Most U.S. refinishers bill $40 – $100 an hour for standard work, while highly specialized artisans command $150 +; the national mean hourly wage sits at $20.43 for shop employees. Knowing these benchmarks lets you quote jobs confidently—or decide when to…
Stripping away old finish lets bare grain shine, but the job scares many DIYers. How to strip and refinish wood furniture walks you through safe chemicals (and greener gels), one-day sanding tips, true 2025 cost ranges, and why listing the…
A splash of white vinegar mixed with water can lift dust and grime from most finished wood. But too much acid—or straight vinegar on raw or antique pieces—may dull the shine. Below are the safest ratios, quick steps, easy tool…
Refreshing an old dresser or table doesn’t have to mean stripping or heavy sanding. Restaining wood furniture with a wipe-on gel stain takes one afternoon, costs under $40 in supplies, and adds eye-catching color that can raise resale value by…
Painting wood furniture should be quick, cheap, and fun. How to paint wood furniture is your beginner-friendly guide to a one-day makeover—no pro sprayer, no workshop. You’ll learn the five simplest steps, see what good paint really costs, and find…
Skip the dust masks and messy chemical strippers—this wipe-on method revives a worn wood table in one afternoon using five low-cost supplies. After the makeover, list the piece on Asherfield, where buyers pay a 15 % deposit upfront and you…
You don’t need harsh chemicals or a messy strip-down to revive old wood. This guide shows beginners an easy wipe-on method, low-cost tools, and how selling the finished piece on Asherfield lets you pocket 85 percent of the sale price…
Download our free, printable PDF price sheet and see national averages, hourly labor rates, and pro tips—all in one page. Below you’ll find the key numbers, what really drives them up or down, and why listing a finished flip on…
Restoring heirloom pieces isn’t cheap—antique furniture restoration cost now averages $40 to $3,800 per item, with hourly labor running $40–$100 across U.S. shops.AirtaskerZipRecruiter Yet a smart DIY or partial-pro approach can slash bills—and listing the finished piece on Asherfield lets…