Discover the Best Oils for Protecting Your Rattan, Cane, and Wick Furniture Rattan furniture has become increasingly popular for contemporary outdoor spaces over the last decade. The natural material is praised for its lightweight durability, sustainability, and artisanal look that pairs well with a variety of decors. However, like any natural material used outdoors, rattan requires maintenance and restoration over …
17 Best British Furniture Manufacturers From The 1950s, 60s & 70’s
Discover the Top Vintage British Furniture Brands That Defined Mid-Century Style Vintage furniture has become very popular in the last 10 years as people look to be more sustainable, opting to buy used items instead of new. The State of Consumer Spending Report finds that sustainability is a priority for all demographics and according to the online vintage retailer 1stDibs, …
How to Identify Authentic Charles Eames Chairs
Spotting Genuine Eames Design: Tips for Evaluating Real vs Replica Chairs Charles Eames and his wife Ray are icons of American design. During their collaboration from 1941 to 1988, they created groundbreaking furniture pieces that incorporated new technology and materials. Their sleek, modern designs for chairs, sofas, and lounges became hallmarks of mid-century style. Today, Eames furnishings are still hugely …
How To Identify Vintage Henredon Furniture
Identifying Vintage Henredon Furniture: How to Spot Authentic Mid-Century Pieces Vintage furniture from iconic American brands like Henredon has steadily grown in popularity over the last decade. Mid-century modern, 18th-century-inspired and minimalist vintage pieces can instantly add a touch of history, class and design interest to any home. However, with the surge of interest in vintage furniture comes an influx …
Drexel Heritage Furniture: A Guide to One of the Vintage Icons
Drexel Heritage Furniture: The Epitome of American Mid-Century Design and Craftsmanship Drexel Heritage is one of the most iconic names in vintage and antique American furniture. Founded in 1903 in Valdese, North Carolina, Drexel Heritage Furniture Company (originally Drexel Furniture Company) rose to become one of the largest manufacturers of high-quality household furnishings in the United States by the 1950s …
How to Price Upcycled Furniture For Maximum Profit
Calculate Costs, Research Markets, and Set Margins: A Guide to Pricing Upcycled Furniture for Top Dollar Upcycling and refurbishing old furniture into new creations is growing in popularity. This sustainable method gives new life to old pieces. However, knowing how to properly price upcycled furniture items can be challenging. Set prices too high, and sales will be slow. Set the …
How to Start an Upcycling Furniture Business From Home
Turn Your Passion for Upcycling into a Profitable Home-Based Furniture Business Repurposing old and vintage furniture into new, modern pieces has grown enormously in popularity over the last decade. More people are discovering the satisfaction of upcycling as a rewarding hobby and viable business opportunity. Upcycled furniture prevents quality materials from ending up in landfills and allows you to express …
How to Identify Scandinavian Furniture
Identifying Authentic Scandinavian Furniture: A Guide to Materials, Craftsmanship and Design Scandinavian furniture and interior design have exploded in popularity over the last decade. The clean lines, minimalist style, and focus on natural materials inherent in Scandinavian style make it an alluring choice for contemporary homes. Brands like IKEA have certainly boosted their appeal. But with this new interest, reproductions …
Saga, Sculptra & Brasilia: A Guide To Vintage Broyhill Furniture
Brasilica, Saga, and Sculptra: The Inside Scoop on Broyhill’s Classic Mid-Century Collections Vintage Broyhill furniture from the mid-20th century is highly coveted among collectors and interior designers alike. With their high-quality craftsmanship and iconic mid-century modern aesthetic, Broyhill pieces from the 1950s–1970s have skyrocketed in popularity and value in recent years. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the history of …
Stag Furniture Ranges – A Look at the Best of British Mid-Century Design
Stag Furniture: A Deep Dive into the Stylish Mid-Century Ranges from a Classic British Brand Stag Furniture was one of Britain’s most successful and influential furniture manufacturers during the mid-20th century modernist era. The company produced millions of pieces of furniture between the 1950s and 1970s, making them one of the top mass-market furniture brands in Europe at the time. …