How to Give Your Vintage Furniture a Modern Edge

Restoring vintage furniture with a modern edge is a simple way to breathe new life into beloved pieces in your home. Many have found vintage pieces on a special trip, at an antique store or have received them as an heirloom from another family member, making them near and dear to the owner's heart. Read on to find exciting ways to update your vintage furniture for the new decade.

1. First: Apply a quick update to vintage furniture

   It is amazing what a new knob or handle can do to for piece of furniture. Some new hardware can easily bring vintage furniture into the modern age. Brushed bronze, pewter or hand-painted ceramic handles can give a whole new life to furniture that is not in need of major repairs.

2. Second: Paint vintage furniture

   A fresh coat of paint can work wonders for furniture. Painting is an easy task that can revive not just the piece, but the entire room. You can creatively complete this job with a sander and a can of paint. Pick a daring shade of red to really make that piece stand out.

3. Third: Decide on upholstery fabric

   If you want to accentuate your exquisitely carved furniture, choosing a great upholstery fabric is a good way to do this. Choosing the right fabric can add pizazz to what was once considered a drab piece of furniture. There are extensive designs available in every solid color imaginable, so finding a fabric that defines who you are is not a problem. Research upholsterers in your area to find one that you can trust with your much-loved vintage furniture.