Re-finishing
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3po3 on Oct 18, 2012It's not technically difficult to refinish most furniture, but it can be a lot of work, and it can take a lot of elbow grease.Helpful Reply
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Patty @ Always Something on Oct 19, 2012If you want to paint it, it is fairly easy. If you want to restain it, it is a bit more complicated. I have had great success painting furniture with chalk paint. Check out my blog post on making your own at http://alwayssomethinghome.blogspot.com/2012/07/more-on-chalk-paint.html. Good Luck!Helpful Reply
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KMS Woodworks on Oct 19, 2012Like Patty mentioned above paint is a lot easier than stain of clear wood finishes. Do you know what the bookcase is made with? I find soild wood way more forgiving than "ply" types. Solid wood can be sanded with out worry of sanding trough to the core materials. If you have the space and the time it can be a rewarding experience. I find a lot of solace in my woodworking.Helpful Reply
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Gail Salminen on Oct 19, 2012Elizabeth, not too difficult to do on your own. Need to know the material you are working with. If wood can be stripped/sanded and stained. If you don't want another stain, or it is not a wood base, you need to use a paint intended for furniture so that it is more durable. I have refinished both mediums and had good success. Was ;much cheaper than buying new for the decor I was changing to :)Helpful Reply
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Elizabeth Rodriguez on Nov 01, 2012Thanks for the tips I will look into this more and let you know how it comes out. :o)Helpful Reply
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Anna Ibarra on Apr 08, 2014Do it yourself, cheaper, and you can choose a variety of ways to do it. Find out what type of wood, or non wood it is. There are plenty of Big time DIYers here who can do that with their eyes close. Just get savvy and choose your options. You'll also be so glad you did it yourself. Good luck, and post your finished project here.Helpful Reply
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Carol on Mar 22, 2015It all depends on the trim on the bookcase and wheather or not it is veneer or solid wood and if it has anyantique value If solid and plain trim, you can do it, otherwise call in the pro.Helpful Reply
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Susie Cole on Jun 20, 2015Look into chalk paint...Helpful Reply
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