QI have refinished an oak chest that I bought at a secondhand furniture store. It retains a musty smell that sets off my allergies, and I am not usually very sensitive. I have washed down the insides ...

Repurposing old furniture is a great way to be kind to Mother Earth and your finances at the same time. Like, instead of buying new storage furniture, look for an old dresser at a secondhand store or ...

Q. I don't know if you have ever heard of this problem, but here it is: My grandmother gave me a dresser and a tall chest that my daughter uses for her clothes. The chests are about 80 years old. We ...

Over time, annoying mildew stains can develop on the cushions of outdoor furniture. An expert explains how to get rid of them. Photo: Getty Images/Josue Fiallo Summer, sun, sitting outside. If only it ...

Mildew growth is surface-level, so it's easy to get rid of with vinegar or bleach. Mold penetrates deeper into a surface, so ...

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