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Kelly Millspaugh Thompson has two trucks, shelves full of paint cans in more than 30 colors, a political science degree she never uses and a passion for refurbishing furniture. For that, the Falls ...

We all have that junkie old dresser or desk that’s been chillin’ in the garage for the better part of a decade, but thank goodness for that slight tendency toward hoarding — because that banged-up old ...

Richmond designer and artist Dana Gibson is always browsing Northern Neck flea markets and consignment stores for treasures, and she’s not afraid of putting in some time to make them look good. She’s ...

Upcycling your own furniture is one of the most rewarding ways to refresh your space. It’s budget-friendly, eco-friendly, and seriously creative. And, with the right techniques, you can transform ...

A bench that was once an antique headboard; a dress made from plastic grocery bags or jewelry made from silverware: These are just a few examples of upcycling — the art of taking something old and ...

My partner and I furnished mostly all of our three-bed, three-bath home with secondhand and upcycled pieces. I learned how to filter searches on websites like Facebook Marketplace to find like-new ...

Here’s the question paint professionals must surely answer a dozen or more times a day: “Do I have to prime first?” The answer, in most cases, is yes. But if you’re talking about Annie Sloan Chalk ...

Most people would love their home to be full of unique furniture that isn’t just a replica of next-door’s. But although many homeowners’ budgets don’t stretch to filling their home with expensive ...