Refinished steamer trunk

Ever since I did a research deep-dive on my mysterious ancestor George Roderic McClellan (1848-1912), I have been curious to learn more about his time spent in Denver, Colorado in the 1870s. I had discovered that he was a co-owner …

How to restore the old steamer trunk on a budget. The best tips and tricks to finding & bringing these beloved trunks back to their former glory.

Toying with antiques can be a perplexing topic. With antiques being so delicate and brittle, it is easy to end up causing permanent damage to your piece while t

Clean or restore an old steamer trunk by airing it out outside, vacuuming it, and then lightly wiping it off with water or vinegar. Tack in loose hardware.

Restoring a Vintage Steamer Trunk: Trunk restoration is a combination of wood working, metal craft and leather work, so it helps to have some experience in all three fields. The hardest part of the entire project is in the preparation of the piece. Removing the old material covering …

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Furniture Makeover Tip: Use Rub 'n Buff on hardware to really make it shine! -- You've got to see this whole DIY steamer trunk makeover. It is incredible!!

Steamer trunk restoration project, remove mildew odor, secure old labels and learn How to Restore an Old Steamer Trunk in a Few Simple Steps

How to restore an antique steamer trunk by refinishing the original pressed tin, painting the metal with a white wash finish and adding new wood.

These are photos of antique trunk renovation projects that our customers have sent in to us; they do nice work!