This is a chest of drawers I painted and stenciled for my sewing room.
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By Elaine from IA
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A glass top coffee table can be changed to match the seasons. Every few months. I gather leaves from either my cedar or oak tree and lay them atop the glass.
When we were younger we bought our kids dresser at a garage sale, but the handles were missing. We couldn't afford to buy any. So, my husband strung rope through the holes and tied a knot inside to hold it in place.
I was not liking the way my kitchen chairs were looking; they are 20 years old. I didn't want to buy new ones, so I gave them a coat of white paint and bought a new chair pad for them.
These two items were being tossed by a friend. So, of course I had to bring them home. The legs on the TV tray were tarnished and the top was pretty beat up. Some paint, some decoupage and a new tray.
Quick ideas for touching up scratches and dings on furniture. Post your ideas.
Take all mismatched furniture and create a entertainment center. You can purchase spray cans of Stone at Wal-Mart, Home Depot or any place they sell spray paint.
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My trunks appear to be junk...
My chests arent the best...
That being said...
I'm motivated to take these styles & slates & turn them into something great!
-Thanks for staying long enough to hear me say/rap/poem all of this. I just gave you guys some entertainment, therefore cough it up boys, I need some answers.
You have both flat-topped trunks and domed trunks. Some have been altered decoratively, which may take away from their value.
The value of trunks can vary from less than $100 to over $1000, depending upon condition.
If I were you, I would make an appointment with a dealer.
You trunks are from early 20th century.
You have Flat top and Camelback trunks, one trunk is a mix of flat and dome top.
Vintage WOOD STEAMER TRUNK w Key chest coffee table storage box luggage antique is listed at $149.99
Panted Antique Baby Blue Humpback Trunk +Tray Doll Chest Footlocker Camelback Storage is listed at $209.99
Antique Victorian Steamer Camel back Trunk Chest Painted White With Flowers sold on Sep 11, 2022 for $200
I would recommend you these great resources:
Antique trunks -- identification & price guide by Linda Edelstein & Paul Pat Morse. ISBN 0-87349-646-9
Antique trunks "a time line of trunks 1770-1930" evaluation & price guide by Linda Edelstein & Paul Pat Morse. ISBN 0-9709883-03
Antique trunks - refinish - repair - restore by Linda Edelstein & Paul Pat Morse. ISBN 0-9709883-1-1
This has a lot of good information for trunks:
amishhandcrafted.com/
www.txantiquemall.com/
I think some people may like refurbished trunks...while others prefer them in their original condition.
I'm sorry but you're asking for a lot of information on how many different trunks??
Your pictures are confusing to me (maybe not others) as I cannot tell what you have or what you have redone or even the number of trunks.
You cannot compare different trunks when comparing values as each one is an individual item in style, condition, location, and more. Location is very important to the final value as most of these will be too costly to ship.
This trunk has been listed for sale for over a year and has not sold. It is a good example of what type of pictures are necessary when posting an item like this.
Check out location and cost of shipping.
www.ebay.com/
I cannot help you with your questions but I will provide a few links that may be of help:
dustyoldthing.com/
www.txantiquemall.com/
hmsantiquetrunks.com/
The first chest is Slightly Curved Top Trunk, then Flat Top Trunk, Camelback/Humpback Trunk.
www.collectorsweekly.com/
The pink/white/decal chest is from 1911-1940, flat top trunk from 19th.
"A true steamer trunk is a low profile trunk, no more than about 14" high, but can be small or large in length. The size requirement was one the steamship company's imposed. Some makers also advertised that their trunk would fit under any berth on any ship. Trunks that were brought into your cabin were referred to as "On Voyage". Here is a quote from the R.M.S. Aquitania,
"Baggage wanted on the voyage must be limited in size to 14 inches in height, 2 feet in width; and 3 feet 8 inches in length." www.hmsantiquetrunks.com/
This vintage trunks chests Edwardian wood antique white used leather handle large is very similar to your pink chest www.ebay.com/
Bidding has ended (Aug 21, 2022) with 1 bid - $50.
This Antique Steamer Trunk was sold for $100, 1 bid (Jul 14, 2022)
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I found a Painted Blue/Flowers Chic Shabby Country Cottage Vintage Trunk with starting bid $69.99, 0 bids
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Antique American Pink Painted Wood Steamer Trunk or Blanket Chest, 19th Century was sold for $1500
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Search patent numbers and the locksmith's name, they will help date the trunks.
I found a Painted Blue/Flowers Chic Shabby Country Cottage Vintage Trunk with starting bid $69.99, 0 bids
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Vintage STEAMER TRUNK storage chest camelback humpback is listed at $89.99
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I think it is easier to sell a restored vintage trunk than a repainted/decorated trunk.
Here is a step by step instruction 'Restoring a Vintage Steamer Trunk':
www.instructables.com/
Our cedar swing looks old. What is the best way to make it look new again?
By D Phillip
Sand the rough spots, then 'paint' it with linseed oil. You'll need multiple coats of the oil and it will be beautiful. Linseed oil also protects from rain. Remember to give it another coat each year. If it's exposed to the sun it will eventually darken and look even better!
I have a plain glass table top. I would like it better crackled. Is crackled a word? Does anyone know how to do this? The table is about 58 inches round. Thanks.
By Hedy P
I think there might be a spray product that you can use to give the table a crackled effect - yes crackled is the right word. I don't think you really want to actually try altering the glass itself - you might have a mess of broken glass on your hands. It would involve heating it & suddenly cooling it. We used to do that with marbles in a frying pan, but I don't recommend doing it to something as large as a table top.
Another alternative would be to cover it with contact plastic that has a crackle pattern in it, or perhaps with a piece of plastic lens in a crackle pattern, that they use for covers over long fluorescent ceiling lights; this would have to be cut carefully but could possibly work. Good luck with your project, but be careful with the glass.
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I'm the type that likes to use what I got. In this case what I got was two side chairs that didn't match my living room. I decided to make it match with my carpet.
This project cost me $1 to do! All I had to buy was the $1 decal from Dollar Tree. I got the cabinet from "loose trash" from the next door neighbor. It was in good condition but in need of some exterior improvement to "doll it up" a little!
This is a page about refurbishing goodwill patio chairs. Over time exposure to the elements can damage patio chairs. Refurbishing them is a great way to give new life to your patio chairs.
This is a page about refurbishing a dresser. Save money on furniture with some time and paint, by giving an old chest of drawers a new look.
This is a page about refinishing wood furniture. Refinishing wood furniture is a great way to recycle an older piece or repair damage to the surface finish of furniture.
This cupboard makeover takes it from boring to amazing! Find a cupboard with a straight sided recessed part. It could be a jelly cupboard or armoire type of cupboard or anything else that works.
