Add Vintage Style to Your Home With Second Hand Shabby Chic Furniture

Posted on April 5, 2013 by Becca

Shabby chic furniture is brilliant for an old antique style home. At Home from Home we get a lot of second hand Shabby chic furniture in which is extremely popular. We stock real shabby chic furniture which have been heavily painted through the years, with many layers showing through obviously time-worn areas. After doing some on line research we have found some helpful information about the beautiful shabby chic design.

Shabby chic is a type of interior design where furniture or furnishings are either chosen for their appearance of age and signs of wear and tear, or where new items are distressed to achieve the appearance of an antique. The style is imitated in faux painting using glaze or by painting then rubbing and sanding away the top coat to show the wood or base coats, known as “distressing” the finish of the furniture.

If you want to create your own Shabby chic style furniture here are the steps to do so:

  1. Lightly buff sand the surface with 220-grit sandpaper;
  2. Wipe off the sanding dust using a dry terry towel;
  3. Apply one coat of Zinsser Cover Stain;
  4. Wait at least two-hours until primer dries;
  5. Apply two coats of Behr Semi-gloss Cotton Whisper;
  6. Wait at least six-hours between coats;
  7. Apply very small dabs of Muscavado using a brush to streak them across the surface in the direction of the wood grain;
  8. Streaks will appear very light … for heavier streaks apply slightly more Muscavado glaze;
  9. Allow to set just two-minutes and then wipe off in the direction of the wood grain using lint-free cotton rags (tee shirt material);
  10. This will create a very faint streak of the darker glaze across the surface; and
  11. Allow the glaze to dry and use satin finish water-based polyurethane as your final protective coating.

Creating a Shabby chic look yourself on your own furniture can look nice but if you’d prefer to purchase a beautiful antique piece of second hand shabby chic furniture visit out website store today.

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Add Style to Your Living Room With a Second Hand DFS Sofa

Posted on April 4, 2013 by Becca

We regularly get a lot of second hand DFS sofas in store. After doing research on line we have found out some useful information you may like to know about DFS sofas.

In 2012 the successful House Beautiful Magazine have designed and lanched a range of modern, contemporary sofas, available to DFS. Sofas are at the heart of living rooms and need to look good, be comfortable, hard wearing and practical for families. They also need to be long lasting as well as presentable, by standing the test of time in terms of usage and style.

DFS are known for their sofas to be built at high standards and extremely sturdy. ‘Whatever your taste, style or budget, whether you fancy leather of fabric or a combination of the two – you’ll find something just for you’ (DFS Overview). Having a second hand DFS Sofa in your home will add unique style due to their ability to have a wide range of sofas that everyone will like!

This is why we are thrilled when a beautiful DFS sofa arrives through our door to then sell on as second hand to you! We only offer the best at Home from Home Store stocking a wide range of sofas from different fabrics to styles and sizes.

To view our range of second hand DFS sofas visit our website.

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Add Durable Style With a Solid Second Hand Pine Wardrobe

Posted on April 3, 2013 by Becca

We sell a lot of good quality, solid, second hand pine wardrobes here at Home from Home Store. We sell a range of beautiful single, double and triple pine wardrobes that are extremely sturdy and cost effective. We only sell solid wardrobes in store as they are very strong and last a very long time. After searching the web we have found a lot of handy information about pine wardrobes.

Second Hand Solid Pine Wardrobes

A second hand pine wardrobe is as practical as it is beautiful. A solid pine wardrobe is built to last, and it provides great value for money. Solid pine wardrobes are lovely and practical storage devices for clothing, shoes and other personal items. They can be found in a vast array of sizes, styles and colours, making them suitable for any home. Whether you have a small flat or a large house, a solid pine wardrobe is a decorative and practical addition that will enhance the beauty of your home. If you want long term quality and versatility in furniture, the solid pine wardrobe holds up to that distinction. While offering the lasting visual appeal and character that is natural to pine, the solid pine wardrobe is crafted to withstand years of use in many areas of the home.

Second Hand Single Pine Wardrobes

A home in the country or one that features a rustic décor is not complete without several pine furniture pieces, and a single pine wardrobe is a great way to add extra storage space to such a home whilst still maintaining its current décor. Unfinished pine furniture or pieces that are lightly stained are perfect for country or rustic style homes, as such stains allow the small swirls and knots that are characteristic of pine wood to remain visible.

Second Hand Double and Triple Pine Wardrobes

A triple pine wardrobe is a very cost-effective solution to all your storage needs. Because of its reasonable price and unique characteristics, pine wood is perfect in any home. You may choose to place a pine triple wardrobe in your bedroom or in another area of your home where extra storage space is necessary.

To view our range of second hand pine wardrobes and more, visit our website.

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Add Timeless Style to Your Home With a Second Hand Chesterfield Sofa

Posted on April 2, 2013 by Becca

A second hand Chesterfield Sofa is the ultimate in stately style, comfort and good quality. You could say they are a safe style of sofa to choose as they are timeless designs that will never go out of fashion.

second-hand-chesterfiled-leather-sofaChesterfield sofas have graced the homes of many since the 18th century. Named in honour of Philip Dormer Stanhope, the fourth Earl of Chesterfield and then taste maker, he wanted a sofa that would allow a gentleman to sit upright on a sofa and remain comfortable.

It is not all about the look with Chesterfield leather sofas as they are extremely sturdy. They use the best leathers and hand sprung construction to create a sofa that is is comfortable as well as good looking. The Chesterfield sofa is quintessentially British providing not only comfort but will also add sophistication to your home.

Its deep button indents and equal height rolled arms and back are most often seen in leather, but is offered in a variety of fabrics. A timeless option if shopping for a second hand sofa, the Chesterfield though traditional, has a place in any home’s decor.

There are several different types of Chesterfield sofas, in terms of fabric, depending on the style of your home…

  • The sleek metallic leather Chesterfield sofa suits a very modern style home. Their metallic shine complements the room making them stand out, but still have a traditional taste.
  • A small, two-seater, love seat style Chesterfield sofa makes it perfect for more intimate conversations.
  • A well worn, perhaps second hand, leather chesterfield sofa only gets better with age. The genius combination of leather, comfort, and form will always stand the test of time.
  • A rugged distressed leather Chesterfield sofa fits handsomely in a library or office style room. Its form still remains both stately and proper giving your room a sophisticated feel.

From time to time we get a range of beautiful second hand Chesterfield sofas which will add extreme style to your home.

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Add Style To Your Room With a Second Hand Dressing Table

Posted on April 1, 2013 by Becca

A second hand dressing table can look very luxurious as well as being very practical. Your bedroom can be looking fabulous as well as clutter free!

There are several different types of dressing tables with individual uses. One type is using it as a vanity unit with a mirror, several draws and room for a chair, which works well if  you like to glam up for those evenings out or simply putting on your make up in the mornings for the day ahead.

Another type of dressing table is one used more for storage. This type could include larger draws for all your clutter, and also a mirror for the quick hair check when rushing out the door. This type of dressing table is very practical as it provides storage space as well as a vanity unit.

In comparison, a third type of dressing table can be a very simple style and used as a desk with room for a chair and draws for storage. It is a simplistic style which can be placed in nearly any room of the house, unlike the other two types of dressing tables above which mainly suit a bedroom or living room.pine-desk-dressing-table

If you like wooden dressing tables, try something like pine or walnut, which will look good in a old decor room rather than the popular mirrored dressing table, which goes with a more modern room. You can decorate your dressing table with ornaments and lighting features to add a unique personal twist.

To view a fabulous range of second hand dressing tables visit our website.

 


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How to Clean a Second Hand Mattress

Posted on March 29, 2013 by Becca

Nowadays mattresses can be vastly expensive to buy, therefore buying a second hand mattress is a good solution to save you money.

When buying a second hand mattress be wary of the different types of micro organisms that could possibly be living in your second hand mattress.

Even though all our second hand mattresses are thoroughly cleaned before sold, here are some tips searched from the Internet that will help keep your second hand mattress sparkling clean.

  1. Vacuuming your second hand mattress will get rid of any dirt or dust particles lingering on it. Especially vacuum all the sides of the mattress to completely make sure all the dirt and dust has vanished. If your mattress has any zip covers then you can unzip them and vacuum the foams inside.

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  2. To get rid of the stains and eliminate germs from your second hand mattress, use distilled white vinegar. Spray a cup of vinegar mixed with warm water onto all sides of your mattress. By leaving the distilled white vinegar and warm water on for an hour or so, it will remove stains and disinfect the mattress. After an hour, spray the mattress with clean water to help was away some of the vinegar solutions and  wipe down the surface of the mattress with a clean towel.

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  3. To get rid of any nasty odors coming from your second hand mattress, sprinkle baking soda all over it. By doing this it will also remover lingering stains. After and hour, vacuum the mattress to get rid of the baking soda particles.

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  4. To make sure your second hand mattress does not get infected with bugs, it would be a good idea to purchase an anti-bed bug spray which will work up to a month. You should also consider getting a mattress cover which will help prevent bed bugs infestation. It will also protect your mattress from any further damage.

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If you are looking for a second hand mattress, then take a look at the ‘mattresses’ section on our website.

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How a Second Hand Bookcase Can Change and Add to the Style of Your Room

Posted on March 28, 2013 by Becca

Have you recently purchased or are planning to buy second hand bookcase? Well here are some helpful details on how bookcase can change and add to the style of your room.

Store-bought bookcases are indispensable decoration as well as for holding books and storage. A singular bookcase can boost to style of a home’s decor.

Second Hand Bookcase Can Be Used as Camouflage

Bookcases can be used as camouflage to cover up any badly built or shaped walls you may have in your home. They can bring your eyes away badly built walls and make you focus on your new attractive bookcase. They also bring balance to oddly placed windows and door opening and make the room look sophisticated.

Second Hand Bookcase Can Be Customised
You could put your bookcases in areas out of the way, such as under a staircase, below a window seat or in a seldom-used cupboard with the door removed, to allow extra room for other accessories and allowing an extra visual touch to your room. Bookcases do not just have to be used for books, they can have other usages such as for storage, ornaments, CDs or paperwork.

Second Hand Bookcase Add Height

Bookcases can add extra visual hight and symmetry to your room. One way to do this is to build bookcases around a door or window. Alternatively, by adding an entire wall of bookcases, running floor to ceiling and corner to corner, can make a low ceiling room appear taller and a narrow room seem wider.

To see a full range of quality second hand bookcases see our online store.

 

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How to Treat a Second Hand Wooden Table

Posted on March 27, 2013 by Becca

If you have recently purchased a second hand wooden table, here are a few tips on how to treat your wooden furniture.

Treating wood tables makes them last longer and can be easily completed by any homeowner for an inside or an outside table. If you have recently purchased a wooden table for outside, treating it will help withstand the elements of the outdoors.

Regular Treatment for A Second Hand Wooden Table

There are two types of wood you need to consider, Hardwood, such as Oak, Maple, Mahogany, Cherry, Walnut, Rosewood and Teak, and Softwood, such as Pinem Fir, Ash, Hickory, Beech and Birch. All types of wood are not invincible to damage and every day wear and tear and therefore need looking after. Dusting wooden furniture on a regular basis is important as dust particles can build up inside the wood graining and cause surface impairment over time. Even though water is not usually good for wooden furniture, using a damp, lint cloth can be better to stick to dust particles. It is important to check with the manufacturer (or a wood furniture expert) what finish has been used on your second hand wooden table so you can be sure you are treating it correctly. When polishing your wooden table you should never use a polish which is alcohol based as this will dry out the natural moisture contained in wooden furniture. Also, always polish wooden furniture with, not across, the grain.

Treatment for A Hardwood Second Hand Table

A good way to protect your wood that will last for several lifetimes is by using high quality wood furniture wax. Avoid using cheap furniture wax as it can attract dust and small particles. Applying wax or polish protects the manufacturer’s finish and helps to reduce surface scratches. Wax provides a hard finish and long-lasting protection, doesn’t smear, and is more durable than sprays or polishes. Use paste wax or liquid wax made specifically for furniture. Depending on use, paste wax finishes may last as long as two years. Liquid wax is easier to apply but leaves a thinner coating; it may need to be applied more frequently than paste wax.

Treatment for A Softwood Second Hand Wooden Table

If you’re planning to use a softwood that will be exposed, treat it with a clear conditioner, like Min wax, and then a clear lacquer finish to stop rot and keep the wood looking clean. You will need to seal the surface for most projects, as many softwoods have a high resin content and you will want to avoid sticky patches on your project.

I hope these tips are helpful when treating your second hand wooden table to keep your furniture looking and feeling incredible. We have many lovely wooden tables in store. Please check back often to find the second hand table that suits you best.

 

 

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What to Consider When Buying a Second Hand Dining Room Set

Posted on March 26, 2013 by Becca

There are many things to consider before buying a second hand dining room set and after surfing the net we have discovered several things to think about.

Size of Your Dining Room Set

The first thing you need to consider is the size the dining table needs to be and how many peaople it will need to cater for on a regular basis. Then, allow at least 2 extra seats for guests. We have found that a good rule is to allow 48 inches (122 cm) from the edge of the table to the wall of the room. Also, each person sitting at the table should be at least 24 inches (61 cm) from each other. A very important consideration is the size of the room! There should be enough room around the edge of the table to be able to move chairs around and get in and out of their seats. You deffinatly don’t want you or your guests to be crammed against the wall!

Use of Your Dining Room Set

Everyone uses their dining tables in different ways. It could be used everyday for those who enjoy family meal time or mearly for those special occoations, such as christmas or birthdays. It could be used as an eating area as well as a home office place or for hosting meetings if you woke from home. The use of your table will impact the type of table you may buy. if you often have people working at it then a glass or hard poly may be a wise choice, as some timbers can be marked/indented easily from people writing on them. If it is used for both working on and eating on then consider a sturdy wooden table with a strong finish to protect the table from any stains or spills!

Style/Look of Your Dining Room Set

Considering the style of your dinning room set is as important as the size and use of your table. You want your table to look attractive and stylish as well a buying something that compliments your room. Depending on the style of your house, and your preferred style, will also have an impact when buying a dining room set. There are a huge range of styles from very traditional through to minimalist modern. A glass table with make your space look open and bigger, whereas a solid timber, bulky table will look heavier and perhaps shrink the size of your room. It is a lot easier to buy a dinning room set rather than just a table as you will have matching chairs that not only match your table, but will compliment your room. If you already have chairs, then buy a table that suits your room and looks good!

I hope our tips will help you out when buying a dining room set to make your room look presentable yet stylish! Visit our store to see a full range of quality second hand dining room sets.

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How To Reduce Odours from Your Second Hand Leather Sofa

Posted on March 25, 2013 by steve

If you have recently purchased a second hand leather sofa and it smells then it could have been caused by the previous owner being a smoker, or pet owner. So the question we occasionally get is ‘how can i get rid of this awful smell, or is it impossible? Its driving me crazy..!’Second Hand Leather Sofa

So we have scoured the web to find some useful information and tips on what can be done to reduce smells that sometimes come with second hand leather furniture.

5 Top Tips To Reduce Smells in Second Hand Leather Sofa’s

  1. You can get rid of the cigarette smell with White Vinegar. Vinegar destroys cigarette smell on a molecular level. It doesn’t just cover it up, like air fresheners do. It destroys it.Wipe the sofa down with a clean soft cloth doused with white vinegar. Just leave the vinegar on the sofa and allow it to dry. Repeat if necessary. Yes, vinegar stinks, too, but unlike cigarette smell, it dissipates within hours. And once it does, the cigarette smell will be gone, too. It works every time. This will also get rid of any other nasty odours lingering on your beautiful looking second hand sofa.
  2. You can rub down your furniture with baking soda to neutralize the odours. You will need to let it sit for a while, and then vacuum up. This will eliminate the odour and leave you with a much nicer smell.
  3. You could invest in having it steam cleaned, either with your own machine or professionally which will remove all horrible smells.
  4. You can always try rubbing down your second hand sofa with facial wipes or baby wipes.
  5. You could give it a good dose of Febreeze spray as ideally you’d want to get access behind the leather.

So there’s our 5 top tips to reduce smells in second hand leather sofa’s which will leave your sofa smelling nice as well as looking nice!

If you have any more hand hints then put them in the comments box below. 🙂

 

 

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