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I would start off cautious with soap and water. You can move to baking soda or soft scrub to get out other stubborn stains but test first. And, don't use a scrubbing pad as they can leave color marks.

I have to agree with stt64 about the keeping the patina, but you don't have to live with stains.

And, Entenza has a great tip with the wax.

The sconce in the photo above is by Artemide.

Love the photo and the ideas everyone has.

I just thought the Chinese Delivery comment meant that since your house number will be so large it would be easy to see from the street.

Mmmmm, Chinese Food!!!

aquarabbit:

Look at Ikea they may have pieces that you can put together and then paint.

also, there is that great place in Noe Valley/Dolores Park, don't remember who, but they make unfinished furniture to your specs.

Does someone know the place I'm talking about? I know it was listed on At some time ago.

I agree with Fueledbycoffee. I hate that AT would even suggest another company "knock-off" furniture. How about if CB2 or Ikea take inspiration from this table and create something unique that fits a lower price point.

I think AT needs to take a higher road and really honor the fact that designers take a lot of time to develop new furniture. That normally equates in higher costs to the consumer. Plus, do you think Ligne is making the quantity of furniture that Ikea is? Ikea's quality is crap, it is disposable furniture.

This make me miss Forrest Jones!!!

I never really understood the small rug in front of a sofa and under just the coffee table. A rug should help define a space, or zone. The other thing I hate is when furniture is partly on and off a rug, especially chairs. Even as a decorative element, a rug should define a seating group. Especially in a dining room when the chairs are half on and off the rug. It makes the dining area feel small and cramped. A great rule of thumb is 3' perimeter around the table for a rug so the chairs can slide in and out easily and guest don't feel like they are partially off the rug.

Why does Alexis look like a drag queen. She normally has that Sandra Bernhardt look about her. Someone needs to clean her face off.

Can't wait for the show!

I agree with Bepsf.

But, did you buy them for investment value or did you buy them to enjoy yourself?

I say that unless they are in great condition with their original finish do what you want with them.

Although you could refinish yourself, paint or stain, they would probably look best if they were sprayed by a professional.

Just like walls and trim, it's all about the prep as every flaw shows through especially with a high gloss paint.

I would go with the sofa snap system. I have my upholsterer use it on all of our sectionals and it works great. I don't see another options, maybe some else has one. Could you use duct tape or heavy duty carpet tape. It would probably ruin the fabric underneath the sofa but would eliminate the need for drilling.