Why do I need to know this? Understanding the history behind any piece can help you determine value. This will guide you in what the most responsible step will as a refinisher - should you paint, stain, strip, leave as is, etc? I have a good idea on the age and location, but I've been wrong. Let me know in the comments what you think and we'll see if it all lines up! . . . #furnituredesign #furniture #home #savedbydesign #homeinspo #paintedfurniture #woodworking #antiquefurniture #antique | Jenn
Why do I need to know this? Understanding the history behind any piece can help you determine value. This will guide you in what the most responsible step will as a refinisher - should you paint, stain, strip, leave as is, etc? I have a good idea on the age and location, but I've been wrong. Let me know in the comments what you think and we'll see if it all lines up! . . . #furnituredesign #furniture #home #savedbydesign #homeinspo #paintedfurniture #woodworking #antiquefurniture #antique | Jenn
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White is such a hard color for us to get excited about at this stage in our business. We've grown accustomed to deep moody shades and wood tones. I'm thankful for the pieces that challenge us, though, because that's what pushes us. I can honestly say that every time I see this piece now, I like it even more. If you'd like to know the color or where to get the drawer liners or door hardware, comment ✨️ Link ✨️ and I'll send it straight to your inbox! . . . #savedbydesign #furniture #furnituredesi
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White is such a hard color for us to get excited about at this stage in our business. We've grown accustomed to deep moody shades and wood tones. I'm thankful for the pieces that challenge us, though, because that's what pushes us. I can honestly say that every time I see this piece now, I like it even more. If you'd like to know the color or where to get the drawer liners or door hardware, comment ✨️ Link ✨️ and I'll send it straight to your inbox! . . . #savedbydesign #furniture #furnituredesi
Mar 22, 2024
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When creating our office design, it has been so important to me to represent our brand and reflected our love of history. I wanted a space that felt like you were stepping into a different century. To make this happen I wanted to incorporate antique furniture and architectural touches when possible. This usually makes the framing process a challenge as most doors show their age with worn edges, warped areas, etc. The result is worthy of the extra time taken. This particular door is solid oak feo
When creating our office design, it has been so important to me to represent our brand and reflected our love of history. I wanted a space that felt like you were stepping into a different century. To make this happen I wanted to incorporate antique furniture and architectural touches when possible. This usually makes the framing process a challenge as most doors show their age with worn edges, warped areas, etc. The result is worthy of the extra time taken. This particular door is solid oak feo
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No freight involved⤵️ uShip helps you keep your shipment safe with a first-to-final-mile delivery approach. Unlike traditional methods that involve multiple transfers, with uShip, your items stay with the same transporter from pickup to delivery, giving you peace of mind when shipping items that require special care. Be sure to check my shipping highlight at the top of my page on Instagram that answers all of your FAQs! uShip empowers you to grow your business without the baggage of expensive co
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No freight involved⤵️ uShip helps you keep your shipment safe with a first-to-final-mile delivery approach. Unlike traditional methods that involve multiple transfers, with uShip, your items stay with the same transporter from pickup to delivery, giving you peace of mind when shipping items that require special care. Be sure to check my shipping highlight at the top of my page on Instagram that answers all of your FAQs! uShip empowers you to grow your business without the baggage of expensive co
May 15, 2024
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Comment ✨️ Restore ✨️ for the links of the products sent straight to your inbox! If you're interested in seeing the in-depth process on how we restored the damaged veneer, all of that is available in our subscribers reels. #furniture #furnituredesign #home #homeinspo #paintedfurniture #diy #painting #renovation #savedbydesign | Jennifer Beck
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Comment ✨️ Restore ✨️ for the links of the products sent straight to your inbox! If you're interested in seeing the in-depth process on how we restored the damaged veneer, all of that is available in our subscribers reels. #furniture #furnituredesign #home #homeinspo #paintedfurniture #diy #painting #renovation #savedbydesign | Jennifer Beck
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There are two key steps to great profit on flips⤵️ • I utilize platforms that are proven and reach broad audiences. My two favorite marketplaces are @etsy and @facebookmarketplace . It's important to remember they give you the platform and audience, but it's still up to YOU to make the sale. I love FB Marketplace for my locals and Etsy for my nationwide clients. Do yourself a favor. Don't listen to what anyone else has to say as to what's good or bad about either of those platforms. Learn how th
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There are two key steps to great profit on flips⤵️ • I utilize platforms that are proven and reach broad audiences. My two favorite marketplaces are @etsy and @facebookmarketplace . It's important to remember they give you the platform and audience, but it's still up to YOU to make the sale. I love FB Marketplace for my locals and Etsy for my nationwide clients. Do yourself a favor. Don't listen to what anyone else has to say as to what's good or bad about either of those platforms. Learn how th
Jun 6, 2024
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Real time: 3 min 26 sec. Comment ✨️ PAPER ✨️ for the link to the paper and tools we used sent straight to your inbox! Questions on how to use peel and stick wallpaper to update your furniture? Ask me➡️ . . . #furnituredesign #furniture #savedbydesign #homeinspo #paintedfurniture #home #homedecor #diy #painting | Jennifer Beck
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Real time: 3 min 26 sec. Comment ✨️ PAPER ✨️ for the link to the paper and tools we used sent straight to your inbox! Questions on how to use peel and stick wallpaper to update your furniture? Ask me➡️ . . . #furnituredesign #furniture #savedbydesign #homeinspo #paintedfurniture #home #homedecor #diy #painting | Jennifer Beck
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There are two key steps to great profit on flips⤵️ • I utilize platforms that are proven and reach broad audiences. My two favorite marketplaces are @etsy and @facebookmarketplace. This piece sold on Etsy. It's important to remember they give you the platform and audience, but it's still up to YOU to make the sale. I love FB Marketplace for my locals and Etsy for my nationwide clients. Do yourself a favor. Don't listen to what anyone else has to say as to what's good or bad about either of those
Mar 10, 2024
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🚨Doing this made me $2,895⤵️🥵🥵 It's true! I pay attention to things that most people ignore. I've trained myself to focus on the pieces that have little to no info and bad pictures. It's always a gamble but I've came out on top far more times than I've lost. We won this secretary at an online auction for one reason - it had terrible photos and very little info. But I knew from experience that this was an 1800s Walnut secretary or a really good reproduction. I took the gamble. ✨️So what's the
Oct 15, 2023
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Comment ✨️ Products ✨️ for the links of what we used sent straight to your inbox! Note: If you receive a message that says Get Updates, it may be because you're using the web page instead of the app. If you receive a blank message, make sure you're following me or it may show as spam. This buffet has survived 150 years and a trip over the Atlantic Ocean. Originally made in England it came about during the Arts & Crafts movement in the mid to late 19th century. Based on the brand of hardware, Tho
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My honest take: A few years ago, I’d have told you not to spend the money on a SurfPrep but now I’m so glad I did. It’s a splurge but the difference? Night and day. The finish comes out smoother. I spend way less time sanding. And my lungs are happier with way less airborne dust buildup. If you’re sanding a lot of cabinets, furniture, or woodworking, a corded sander hooked to a good extractor is a game changer for consistency and your health. There's no battery fade mid pass, and you really noti
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🚨Share to inspire🚨 Do you agree? Tell me!⤵️ . . . #savedbydesign #furnituredesign #furniture #home #homedecor #flip #paintedfurniture | Jennifer Beck
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We use and love both water and oil based finishes. Each project will vary in its needs for the best finish. Comment ✨️ Topcoat ✨️ and I'll send you the links to my favorite ones straight to your inbox! Oil based and water based topcoats are two verisons of the same product. Often referred to as polyurethane or poly, is a clear, thin liquid coating that protects wood and enhances the wood grain. It is similar to varnish, shellac, and lacquer, except that polyurethane is polymer-based. Here are a
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I've tried all the templates... I'll tell you about them. But first, comment ✨️hardware✨️ if you’d like me to send you the link to this tool straight to your inbox! I’ve tested every method for installing hardware—eyeballing it, making DIY templates with tape or cardboard, using budget plastic templates, and even full-size pro templates. They all have their place (except making my own templates—I was never good at it, and it takes way too much time). While DIY templates save money, they waste ti
Mar 10, 2025
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A story of American craftsmanship, mid-century design, and Cold War prominence. Owned by a U.S. Air Force major with ties to the Pentagon, this bachelor’s chest and chest of drawers have been in the same family since their manufacturing in 1959. This set is part of Willett’s Trans East collection, a line that combined the sleek lines of mid-century modern with subtle Asian-inspired elegance. The name 'Trans East' reflects a nod to global influences, blending American craftsmanship with the simpl
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This may push your buttons. You can't just refinish furniture and expect it to sell itself. One of the greatest skillsets I brought into my business when I started was my background in sales. You have to know how to target your market, where to list, how to list, how to ship, how to do your taxes, how to protect yourself, how to develop customer relationships, how to source, etc. Those are all strategic methods that can make or break your business. All of these topics and many more are covered i
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To be clear, this was a set of 2 chairs. Where did they sell? This set sold on our Facebook business page to a return client. A testament to how crucial it is to build working relationships with your clients to grow your business. Comment ✨️ CHAIR ✨️ for the links to the products used sent straight to your inbox! . . #furnituredesign #furniture #savedbydesign #homeinspo #paintedfurniture #home #homedecor | Jennifer Beck
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A story of American craftsmanship, mid-century design, and Cold War prominence. These Willett bachelor’s and chest of drawers are steeped in history, having been owned by a U.S. Air Force major with ties to the Pentagon since their creation in 1959. Unlike most furniture of the time, which leaned toward veneer and composites, Willett distinguished itself with solid cherry wood construction—a feature that makes these pieces incredibly rare. The atomic-style hardware reflects the bold, futuristic
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Most people saw a worn-out chair. I saw a moment in design history. Want to know what products I used to restore this chair? Comment ✨️chair✨️ and I’ll send you the link straight to your DMs. If you want to know more about how I ship furniture, check out my eBook linked in my bio🚚 This piece is a Milo Baughman design, but if you’re looking for a Thayer Coggin label—you won’t find it. That’s because this chair predates the Thayer Coggin brand entirely. It was made during a brief and historically
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✨️Here's the story⤵️ When we picked this up from a client, we assumed it would be repaired after we made some repairs. But what we found underneath was too good to cover up! This piece is approximately 200 years old made with solid Walnut, pine and Burl veneer. This craftsmanship needed to be displayed in its original glory. We chose to keep a lot of the age marks while doing a semi restoration. • We started by doing a full strip of all the old paint and finish sanding with 120 and 220 grit. Str
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I was told I picked the wrong stain, that it was too red for this mid century chair frame … Before I explain, if you want to know exactly what I’m using and how to get the best results, comment ✨️ Topcoat ✨️ below, and I’ll send you the link and details straight to your inbox! This isn’t stain at all—it’s just an oil-based top coat revealing the natural depth of walnut. Unlike water-based finishes, oil-based products enhance grain clarity and deepen the wood’s tone, making it richer and more vib
Feb 20, 2025
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When we first found this desk, many would have seen just another dusty, forgotten antique. But by knowing what to look for, we uncovered its true story. If you want a beginner friendly guide on how to identify antiques, comment 📢 EBOOK 📢. I'll send you a link and a SPECIAL DISCOUNT for my ebook Unlocking The Past. This desk was custom-made for the owner of an ornamental ironwork company that helped shape the historic architecture of Nashville we admire today. It’s a tangible piece of history t
Jan 26, 2025
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Where did they sell? The one place I keep telling you about... This set sold on our Facebook business page to a return client. A testament to how crucial it is to build working relationships with your clients to grow your business. Do you want to know how to make these profits? Check my story highlights for some exciting news coming up! Comment ✨️ CHAIR ✨️ for the links to the products used sent straight to your inbox! . . #furnituredesign #furniture #savedbydesign #homeinspo #paintedfurniture #
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Why is this so special? 🚨FIRST - If you want to learn more about identifying antiques, comment EBOOK and I'll send you the link to my book! Now, this bench was hiding an 8-way hand-tied spring system, a hallmark of quality craftsmanship. Each spring is tied in eight directions, creating durable, flexible support. This method, once a luxury standard, is rare today and adds significant value to antiques. 🔹 Dating This Piece The spring system, burlap webbing, and design date this settee to circa
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It's all just a dream, right? Veneer patches were the best investment we made for our restorations. If you'd like the link to them sent straight to your inbox, just comment ✨️VENEER✨️ #furnituredesign #furniture #home #homeinspo #diy #restoration #antiquefurniture #repair | Jennifer Beck
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Real time: 2 min 45 sec. Comment ✨️ PAPER ✨️ for the link to the paper and tools we used sent straight to your inbox! . . . #savedbydesign #furnituremakeover #furnituredesign #furniture #homeinspo #home #apartmenttherapy #diy #peelstickdone #roommatesdecor | Jennifer Beck
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I was dreading this repair. I'm confident in my blending skills, but this was a large area to conceal. I couldn't be more thankful for the natural variation of color and grain in the curly Beech wood. I have to be honest, the end result was a win for me! Comment ✨️ REPAIR ✨️ and I'll send you the link to the stain markers I used! . . . #savedbydesign #furniture #furnituredesign #antique #auction #homeinspo #home #homedecor #paintedfurniture #affiliate | Jennifer Beck
Oct 3, 2024
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Recreating an aged finish isn’t about distressing—it’s about layering, texture, and patience. This Gustavian-style armoire from the 1870s has already lived for over 150 years, and the goal isn’t to erase its history—it’s to restore its integrity while keeping the character that makes it special. Gustavian furniture, originating from 18th-century Sweden, was often painted in soft, muted tones to reflect elegance and simplicity, while also protecting the wood. Over time, those finishes naturally a
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I can't stress this enough➡️ Refinishing furniture is not the most important skill you need to flip furniture. In fact, it's not a requirement at all. For me, the restoration skillset came second and was developed while I had already begun investing in flips on the side to fund my business. The truth is, the most important skill needed is being able to sell the furniture. Take this set of chairs, for example. We purchased them for $85.00. We cleaned and conditioned them. No refinishing was neede
Sep 18, 2024
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It’s easy to see a small coffee table and assume it’s just… a table. But sometimes what you’re looking at is the last surviving chapter of a story that started generations ago. This piece was made by Baker Furniture—an American company that, by the 1940s, had become a symbol of refined taste and enduring quality. Their work was heavily influenced by European design, especially French Neoclassical styles. That solid brass gallery along the top? Not just a detail—it was designed to keep glassware
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