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How to Polish and Refinish Wood Furniture
Care and Education

How to Polish and Refinish Wood Furniture

The surface of your wood furniture tells a story. Those little scratches, dents, and faint water rings reveal the life it's lived—and yours, too. From time to time, though, we yearn for a fresh sla...

Care and EducationElegant table lamps placed on wooden cabinet in stylish room with windows in sunlight

Simple Tips to Bring More Natural Light into Your Apartment

The truth is that not all apartments are created equal. Some have the luxury of floor-to-ceiling windows, with natural sunlight streaming in from every direction. Others rely on just one or two str...

Design and StyleHow the Colors of Your Space Affect Your Mood

How the Colors of Your Space Affect Your Mood

To say that the color of your room affects your life might be an exaggeration. But is it? Studies don't exactly demonstrate how colors have a direct impact on our lives. However, they do show evide...

Wood and Materialspine, commonly denominated the eastern white pine

Is Pine the Best Option for Furniture?

Pine is among the most popular materials used in wood furniture. Its main selling point, the reason it has become a staple for both manufacturers and DIYers, is its budget-friendly price point. Com...

Brand StoryEnso Coffee Table and Modern Cube Side Table in TY Fine Furniture

Why You Don’t Have to Live in Columbus, Ohio, to Buy Furniture from T.Y. Fine Furniture

T.Y. Fine Furniture proudly calls Columbus, Ohio, home. We have a strong community here, but our vision has always extended beyond our local roots. We believe that anyone who values heirloom-qualit...

Wood and MaterialsCedar tree from the Pacific Northwest

Is Cedar a Good Wood for Furniture?

If you’ve been looking for wood that has incredible rot resistance, chances are you’ve come across cedar. But which one? The word "cedar" has been loosely used to refer to several species of conife...