10 EASY Restoration Methods for Thrifted Home Decor that are Fast and Affordable!

This is the easiest comprehensive guide to restoring + cleaning secondhand home decor or furniture! Designed for anyone who loves to decorate their home on a budget, these are 10 of my easiest and most affordable methods to breathe some life back into your home! We'll be reviewing how to REVIVE some of your favorite metal and wood home decor items, what to AVOID, and how to PRESERVE that beloved patina we've all come to love on our vintage decor! Plus, I've included 7 small bonus tips or products to make removing dirt, grime, stickiness, and more, a breeze! 🧽✨🧼 Check out all the products I mention in the links below!

Let us know what YOUR easiest and most affordable restoration methods are in the comments below!

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0:00 Why I Care About Cleaning Thrifted Decor
0:55 Starting with METALS
1:45 STOP, WAIT...
3:35 METHODS 1-2 - Corrosion + Stickiness
3:51 Copper
5:40 METHOD 3 - Chrome vs. Pewter
6:40 Wax Removal
7:18 Brass
8:53 Reviewing Methods + Bonus Tips
9:51 WOOD METHODS 4-6 - Grime Removal + Restoration
12:52 METHODS 7-9 - Repairing Color + Damage
15:27 Restoring Wood Veneer
16:12 Simple + Fast Paint Touch-Up
16:58 Reviewing Methods + Bonus Tips

Music by Epidemic Sound

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[kaytopinka]

You are my new favorite person. You have clear & concise explanations that are HELPFUL! Thank you!!!!

[margaretmcallister]

I do envy you your metamorphic library chair! I love that design.

[karenrobbins]

I have a beautiful set of bedroom furniture (four poster bed, dresser, and mirrored vanity) from th early 1900s that are family pieces. They are in pretty good shape for being approximately 120 years old, but need some TLC. Thanks to you, I feel I can confidently do that without harm to the pieces! They were bought by my great aunt and uncle in St. Louis and sent by rail to Oklahoma Territory (Oklahoma didn't become a state until 1907) for their Victorian house. My great uncle was an inspector for the railroad. They were instrumental in my grandparents meeting, and since they didn't have children of their own, all of their beautiful furniture was inherited by our family. I feel an obligation to them to preserve them!

[joisaddler]

The way I have been NEEDING this video 💕

[miknosilanooram]

You have the best tips. I get all the things you suggest to use!!

[roymavistanner]

Just came across your channel today and I've really enjoyed watching and I have subscribed! I'm in my mid-70's and you can imagine my surprise when I saw the little round side table you were working on at mark 15:52! It is EXACTLY the table my mom and dad had in their living room when I was growing up in the 1950's!! I have that little table now, and still use it in my own living room! If I was younger I'd be wanting to restore lots of things! You have great presentation and explain things simply and concisely. Great video and such great information. ~M~

[unfilthy]

I'm currently binging your videos, I enjoy your attitude so much!
For those of us outside north America, may I suggest that maybe when mentioning particular brands/products you use, you could try and add some info like what type it is (like, is it an alkaline or an acid, or is it based on a particular chemical that might also be used in different products), or if it's a product made specifically for a particular purpose or it's more of a general purpose type of thing. Or maybe just mention if you also like similar products from different brands, because one of those might be available abroad. I think it could be really helpful to some viewers.
Either way, your videos are great and down to earth without losing whimsy and creativity and I love it. Well done!

[lindaroyal]

This was an awesome video, excellent information and tips, all in one place for reference. Nicely done!
I've never heard of the Tibet almond sticks or the syringe pens. The other products, I've heard of them, but it's nice to get an honest review from someone I trust and see the products demonstrated.
Wonderful information, thank you for sharing.

[cindyperez]

This video was SO helpful! I've been binging your videos and I've seen a few tools (e.g. miter box, etc) you seem to use consistently in your different makeover / DIYs. I'd love to hear more about what tools youthink are essential if you're looking for more video ideas!

[jekalambert]

LK, I appreciate the info in this video. I learned lots of tricks. I also want to tell you that I appreciate the way you cover lots of topics that other YouTubers cover but you always bring a unique take to those topics. Thank you for doing what you do. (Also, also, as someone living in Southern California, much of your aesthetic appeals to me, especially your love for Spanish style, original artwork, handmade items and colored glass.)

EDIT: Rubbing alcohol dissolves sharpie marker.

[trinapemberton]

Thanks so much for this video! I’m constantly saving different videos, making notes, saving products on my Amazon when I see what’s working for someone. Now to have all this in 1 place is amazing. I don’t have to search my Amazon trying to renege what exactly I’m looking for to accomplish whatever it is that I’m trying to do. ❤

[loistverberg]

I had gotten one of those kits of wood repair with markers and wax crayons in various hues, and then I discovered that they work perfectly well to touch up scuffed up leather shoes! Now all my shoes look like new too. Hooray!

[ItzelBaby]

This is such an informative video. I’ve never heard of some of these products before now and I want to have them on hand when I need them. Thanks so much!

[MelMc]

Thanks so much for sharing these tips. You inspired me to finally purchase a couple products I need to touch up my coffee table that has some gouges in it. It’s not a thrifted item, but just got damaged in various moves over the years. It’s been bothering me and doesn’t look nice (just looks damaged, not aged / doesn’t add character). It will be nice once I give a bit of refresh to it :)

[sandihumeniuk]

Absolutely fabulous information! Keep doing what you’re doing

[scarletowl]

🙌Some awesome tips makes me want to get out and thrift soon! Especially some wood accessories 😊 thanks!

[laurapoethke]

Thank you for this video. It's so helpful!

[patriciareeps]

Just subscribed after watching a few videos of yours. Sometimes I use a walnut to fell in dark furniture. Just use a cracked piece and rub it on dark wood. Works in a pinch to cover small marks

[MrsEssEss]

This video was SO helpful! I just scored a set of 6 Mid Century dining chairs and they need touching up on the finish but just in a few spots, so Restore A Finish will be a major help for me. Heading to Lowes shortly... :)

[gracerodriguez]

Thanks for all the great tips, I really appreciate it