Key Points Refurbish restores; upcycle reimagines and is often easier for DIYers.Focus on solid wood or sentimental pieces; ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Upcycling furniture can add original flair to your space while keeping furniture out of the landfill—a real win-win, especially when you remember how expensive it is to buy new furniture, and how much ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... 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 ...

UPCYCLING - repurposing household items to not only save them from the scrapheap but also to give them a new lease of life - has become a mainstream activity, with more and more people turning their ...

UPCYCLING old furniture is a great way to give your house a new lease of life. It’s cheaper than buying brand new, and good for the planet too. A survey by insurer Aviva found that 35 per cent of us ...