LESSON:
How to Refinish a Chair

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How to Refinish a Chair

by The O'Neil Sisters

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  • Kellie D suggestion: Thank you that was very informative.
  • Vaunda N suggestion: Nothing that I could see. I love the chair. It has a classic Greek form in legs and back. I am not into antiques, generally.
  • Vaunda N suggestion: To me, it is just fine. All of the items are familiar to me except the triangle props.
  • Vaunda N suggestion: I would not include the quiz question about staple removal. It seems to dumb-down the already fine lesson. So far, you have concentrated on skills for newbies to upholstery basics. In my opinion, the removal of staples would not be a skill needing reinforcement.
  • Vaunda N suggestion: This seems OK but I may have trimmed out the mitered corners to leave only one thickness of batting. That may be overload for newbies. I am an editor in another life and am accustomed to challenges like these.
  • Vaunda N suggestion: EXERCISE 9 (of 14): Measuring Fabric True or False? Your fabric should measure 3 inches more than your batting on each side of the cushion. True False Oh, SNAP! Your fabric should measure 1 inch more than your batting on each side of the cushion - this will ensure that you have enough fabric to cover both the seat and batting: My answer is false for the reason shown in the feedback. In my view, this feedback is wrong.
  • Vaunda N suggestion: Fine..an additional hint might be the use of Chlorox wipes or other heavy-duty moist towelettes.
  • Vaunda N suggestion: Good advice to spray initial burst into the air and move to the chair in a sweeping motion.
  • Vaunda N suggestion: The lesson was suitable for its purpose, entry level approach with fairly expert results. Black was the good color here.
  • Ro K suggestion: good directions
  • Rhonda R suggestion: I particularly found your sraying advise to be helpful, as I've had trouble in te past avoiding drips, etc. Your pointers will make it easier in the future! Thanks.
  • Pamela R suggestion: It was good, could also include how to cover a round cushion on a chair. I have recovered before but the tips on cleaning the chair, what grit to use on sand paper and wiping down with water before priming was great. Could also include what if chair is not wood, metal, plastic and what paint should be used in those type of situations. Thanks now help me do a wing back chair in a modern fabric. Pam
  • Heather L love:
  • Heather L question: Thanks again for an excellent lesson.
  • Heather L question: Wow, the chair looks great!
  • Myra N comment: You guys were so clear. I am looking forward to this project. Excellent.
  • Jill A love:
  • Jill A comment: How much did the supplies cost? I am trying to figure out the average cost of this project.
  • dianne k love: