Restoring old furniture is hardly ever straight forward ... Be patient and thorough, and people will think your refinished ...

The wood is really dull ... or refinished several pianos as well as numerous antique furniture pieces, how you can clean and restore a finish. She starts by thoroughly cleaning the surface ...

in stripping away old finish, sanding pieces and applying the new paint or stain. Reupholstering might be needed as well. Refinishing furniture -- depending on how far you take it -- Hobbyist?