Restoration of wooden furniture with their hands

Before we talk about ways of restoration of wooden furniture, I want to clarify that this procedure is suitable for high-quality products only.In other words, if the master in the process of manufacturing things put into it the soul, then save this thing - a matter of honor.Breathe new life into hlipenky Chinese table of particle board will only be a waste of your time and effort.Restoration Magic can turn crippled time thing in an elegant work of art that will please several generations of their respective owners.

«cosmetic» defect

inetersno In Italy there is a custom - the New year of the windows of the houses on the street are flying old things: tables, chairs, vases, cupboards and even appliances.This tradition goes back to the Middle Ages, when people believed that to begin a new life to be with a completely clean slate, getting rid of all the junk in the house.Modern Italians more economical and rational, so that today we can not be afraid that in the New Year will fall on you someone's stool.On the territory of the former Soviet Union the situation is much more serious - people who are accustomed to live for years in deficit, just can not get rid of their own old furniture.The ingenious craftsmen skillfully repaired crooked cabinets, polished scratched tables and things properly serve their owners for many years.

Restoration of old wooden furniture - is not just correct defects, but true transformation and return to the subject of the former luster and luxury.Naturally, this only applies to good-quality furniture made of precious wood and beautiful carvings, works of talented artists of the past, or just things made to last.

scratches and scuffs

With minor "injuries" in a superficial abrasions and scratches on the furniture, you can handle in a jiffy.If a piece of furniture is not used as an exhibit, and used for its intended purpose, then these defects are completely natural - jammed corners chest, scratches on the table top, etc.

In this case, the restoration is retouched using special markers and pencils, that simply paint over the defects.You can buy them in specialized DIY stores or ordered over the Internet.

Types retouches markers and pencils:

• retouches marker - tool that allows you to remove small defects on the surfaces of wood, synthetics and laminate.Toner consists of fast drying opaque enamels of various shades.It has good moisture resistance, not afraid of detergents and does not require additional lacquering.Retouches markers are used in situations where you want to hide the texture of wood.Available in different color variations, which can be mixed with each other by applying the color, ensuring the most suitable shade;
  
• retouch pencil alcohol-based - for tinting wood surfaces.It leaves a visible texture, emphasizing its merits and noble color.Toner is made on the basis of alcohol and stain contains no toxic solvents that can severely damage the timber.Since the stain does not differ resistance to external influences, toned furniture is recommended to cover the protective layer of varnish.The most appropriate option in this case - lacquer-spray;
• retouch pencil texture - allows skillfully draw the wood texture to the smallest detail.Extremely thin rod can accurately paint over all scratches and exactly reproduce the texture of wood, even in the most remote places.Toner, based on the alcohol stain will be an effective antiseptic for the "wounded" furniture.After drying, a pencil is recommended to cover the treated area with varnish, spray or rub the wax.

Deep scratches and chips

Furniture wax effectively helps to cope with deep scratches and small chips.There are many types of waxes, from the soft transparent means finishing solid color samples., You first need to warm up to him to put the wax on the surface.Then the fluid movements in the tool to rub the scratch or peeling.

If restoration of wood furniture you use transparent wax, the damaged section must be tinted paint enamel or lacquer.If your home has a valuable antique furniture, or simply wooden things that you cherish, no harm will be reserved jar of transparent wax.It is worth it is not so expensive, and work quickly and pleasantly with him.Besides, it is always better to eliminate the defect immediately, rather than wait until they accumulate a "bouquet" to be spent on the restoration of more than one day.

If present on the furniture deep chipped or dented, the usual wax is not enough - have to buy wood putty.Buy it can be almost any hardware store, selecting the appropriate value and color options.Apply the filler should be very careful in several thin layers.Apply each subsequent layer only after the complete drying of the previous one.When peeling dent or razed to the surface, and the defect is eliminated, treat this place with fine sandpaper, wipe with a cloth and cover with a layer of lacquer.

Spots

Very often unsightly stains found on old polished furniture.This is especially important for kitchen furniture and coffee tables - traces of accidentally spilled coffee or wine stain of oil, etc.More often than not difficult to find out the origin of the spots, especially if you buy vintage furniture from junk.In this case, you will help to gasoline.

No, we will not burn stained furniture, and try to clean it.Petrol - perfect solvent for stains of unknown origin.

cleaning Steps:

1. Dampen a rag with gasoline and wipe the stain.
2. If after drying it still remain, repeat the operation and wipe the stain at regular intervals, until it disappears.
3. Wipe the polished surface to a shine cloth rags.
4. fix broken polishing, wiping the furniture with a mixture of linseed oil and denatured alcohol.

with spots of hot items (kettles, irons, pots, etc.) will help overcome the usual alcohol or vodka.

cleaning Steps:

1. Dampen with alcohol swab or cloth and rub the damaged area.If necessary, repeat the procedure several times, waiting for dry alcohol.
2. Restore polishing the surface with a mixture of linseed oil and denatured alcohol.
3. In severe "burns" it is necessary to make a mixture of linseed oil and alcohol.Wipe obtained composition damaged area until the stain disappears.Then wipe the place clean with alcohol and polish cloth rag.

Full restoration of furniture made of wood

If the varnish and putty is not enough to restore the former beauty, you must proceed to a full restoration of wooden furniture with his own hands.In this case, the effect is simply amazing and homely pimped become a real source of pride of the owner.

Removing old paint

To get rid of the old cover, whether it's paint or varnish, you must purchase a special wash.As a general rule for repair and restoration of furniture from oak, cedar and other valuable rocks used emulsion removers.They differ low toxicity and can not harm the tree.In addition, the risk of fire such compositions is close to zero, which is especially important if you are working in your apartment.

Tips for working with stripper:

1. Wash "corrode" the old surface at a time, just enough to cause the composition to the surface using brushes and hammers finishing wait for the right time (indicated on the package).Typically, to remove the polyester lacquer coating must wait a couple of hours, and in the case of nitrocellulose lacquer or alcohol, you are ready to clean up after 20-30 minutes after application washes.
2. before covered with a polyester coating, scratch it is recommended that the composition penetrates quickly and evenly.The usual nail or awl into a grid with cells with a side of 15-20 mm.
3. consumption washing ranges from 300 to 500 grams per square meter of surface.After application, cover the furniture waxed paper.
4. After this time, remove the remnants of the old paint in the usual spatula and rinse the surface with solvent.

furniture remains dry for one and a half to two hours, and then sanded with sandpaper or №5 №6.When will whisk the dust with a damp cloth, you can proceed to disinfection.

Disinfection

Restoration of furniture means not only updating the coating, but also competent handling of the structure.So, if the thing long gathering dust in the attic or a balcony, if you bought it on the "flea market" in wet weather, in general, if the object was a long time in a place with temperature changes and humidity, it is necessary to arrange a gentle adjustment period.If you immediately start to hide and lacquered furniture such, then after a while it can crack from dryness (cracks appear), and all your efforts will go down the drain.To avoid this, the thing you need to survive a day or two at room temperature.Imagine that you were strongly in a tropical country with an unusual climate.You will need time to adapt to new living conditions.Similarly, the furniture must "come to life".

«Acclimatization" is the first disinfection step.When the furniture to dry, it can be taken to strengthen it and fight against fungus.The fact that fungi are, make no mistake.If the thing was a long time in the aforementioned areas with unstable climate and questionable sanitation inside it there are certainly pests.Getting rid of them will help special antifungals.

Disinfection timber at home:

• pentachlorophenol;
• stain;
• sodium pentachlorophenol,
• «Drevotoks" (from beetle-grinder);
• sodium fluoride;
• antifungal drug "Pentabos".

There are many other drugs that can buy in specialized DIY stores.

to spend quality disinfection, it is necessary to completely disassemble the furniture.

disinfection stages:

1. first shot "minor" part, which do not affect the structure of the frame, then - furniture, decorative details (cornices, pilasters, etc.).
2. remove the fasteners (nails, screws, screws), adhesive residues are removed.To easily remove the glue, you can fill it with a small amount of ethyl alcohol and wait a couple of minutes.Then, the compound can be easily to separate and clean the glue.
3. proven disinfectant - stain.It kills harmful fungi and wood gives a nice "warm" color.Today, you can find a stain on any "taste".If you are using a rare valuable species wood or engage in the restoration of oak furniture, you can buy a stain on water basis - it is the least toxic.For other cases, suitable alcohol stain.
4. If the furniture has rusted metal parts, treat them with a special cleaning solution.In this case, you can use the trains or purchase-experiment (if the situation permits, and do not allow funds) with the "Coca-Cola" and "Pepsi".As is known, these drinks are an excellent job with lime deposit and rust, you just put the damaged item in soda for a few minutes, and then clean up the Goya paste or a metal brush.
   
5. Dry disinfected wooden elements must be in the open air, but in any case not in direct sunlight.Drying takes from 2 to 4 days.

finishing

For painting furniture mainly use acrylic or alkyd enamel.Some people prefer sprays, as they allow you to apply the paint with a thin even layer and go, even in hard to reach places.For quality painting it should be done two or three "call", causing each subsequent layer after drying the previous one.

If you use a two-component epoxy adhesive glue the necessary design elements.Lubricate both surfaces, wait a few minutes and press firmly together.Leave thing at night to complete solidification of the composition.

Finally be sure to check with an interesting video about the restoration of the old chair:

Furniture restoration - a unique opportunity to express their actions wizard who fashioned this thing, thanks to his wonderful creation.This is the magic that is available to many and now you!