It’s no secret that many people are enthusiastic about second-hand markets and secondhand stores.
The prospect of discovering hidden treasure among seemingly ordinary objects offers a unique blend of excitement and anticipation.
This is especially true for those who have a trained eye to see potential beyond superficial wear and tear and can imagine what is possible.
Restoring furniture is no longer just a hobby. It has become a trend, especially now as everyone tightens their budgets and embarks on home projects to save money.
It’s about giving furniture that would otherwise be neglected a second chance, whether in second-hand markets or on the side of the road. Enter Ross Taylor, a man who discovered a hidden treasure at a second-hand market.
There he found an Art Deco-style dressing table with a sign that said “free.” The former owners did not imagine that this piece had any destination other than the landfill.
Taylor, an expert carpenter, saw potential where others saw trash. Despite his deteriorated appearance, he was confident that he could restore him to his former glory.
His restoration process began by removing the yellow paint from the drawer fronts with a hot air dryer and a putty knife, without damaging the underlying wood.
Then he used a paint remover and let it sit for a day before scraping off the old paint.
After removing the paint, Taylor used a solvent to remove any remaining paint residue, paying special attention to corners and crevices.
