Certificate in Furniture Refurbishment: Restoration Essentials

• Furniture Restoration Fundamentals: An introduction to furniture refurbishment and restoration, covering basic techniques, tools, and safety procedures.
• Assessing Furniture Condition: Understanding how to evaluate the condition of furniture, identify different types of wood and finishes, and determine appropriate restoration methods.
• Disassembling and Reassembling Furniture: Techniques for safely disassembling and reassembling furniture, including removing and replacing hardware and fasteners.
• Cleaning and Preparation: Techniques for cleaning and preparing furniture for refinishing, including stripping, sanding, and repairing damaged surfaces.
• Refinishing Techniques: Techniques for refinishing furniture, including staining, painting, and applying varnishes and sealers.
• Reupholstering Furniture: Techniques for reupholstering furniture, including selecting and preparing fabric, padding, and stuffing, and attaching fabric to frames.
• Specialty Finishes and Techniques: Exploring advanced finishing techniques such as glazing, antiquing, and distressing, as well as specialty finishes like milk paint and wax.
• Preservation and Conservation: Understanding the principles of furniture preservation and conservation, including identifying and preserving historical finishes and materials.
• Running a Furniture Refurbishment Business: Best practices for running a furniture refurbishment business, including marketing, pricing, and customer service.