How to Renew an Ancient Bench

From stuck-in-the-past to totally now, thanks to a cool graphic print. HGTV Magazine shows you how.

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Photo by: Philip Friedman

Philip Friedman

Materials Needed

Step 1

Refresh the wood armrests with wood furniture polish (we used Old English Scratch Cover) and polish the metal base.

Step 2

Head to a professional upholsterer.

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