Choosing furniture is a very personal decision, as each person's taste is a little different. If you want to start an antique furniture collection, acquiring a basic knowledge of the periods and styles will help you decide what...
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Choosing furniture is a very personal decision, as each person's taste is a little different. If you want to start an antique furniture collection, acquiring a basic knowledge of the periods and styles will help you decide what you would like to purchase for your own home. Read on to learn how to start an antique furniture collection Step 1 Set a firm budget for your antique furniture collection before you start looking at items. This will help prevent you from overspending. Step2 Research furniture styles and periods. You may want to collect from a particular time period or just pieces that strike your fancy. Knowing what you are looking at when you see an item you like will be helpful, especially for the more expensive pieces. Step3 Read up on how and where to buy antique furniture for your collection. Antiques are usually sold at estate auctions, flea markets and online. "Antiques on the Cheap: A Savvy Dealer's Tips: Buying, Restoring, Selling" by James McKenzie will help you get started. It is available at Amazon. See the Resources section below for a link. Step4 Examine items closely when you are shopping for antique furniture. Look for manufacturer's marks or labels that will help determine authenticity. Real antiques tend to show wear, but keep in mind that the effects of age can be faked with clever surface treatment techniques. Step5 Ask questions about the antiques you are considering for purchase. You will want to know about any repairs done or missing pieces before you add a piece to your antique furniture collection. Posted by pilgrim at 5:57 AM 0 comments
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