Sign up at: https://bringrecycling.org/event/diy-class-intro-to-furniture-restoration-2-days/

Give worn or damaged furniture new life through restoration and repair. This two-day class teaches core upcycling skills, from surface refinishing to fixing structural components. Participants gain practical, hands-on experience that supports long-lasting, sustainable furniture use.

Day 1: Refinishing Fundamentals (Jan. 24 from 1 – 4 PM)

Learn how to choose a restoration-ready piece and prepare it for refinishing. Instruction covers safe shop practices, common restoration challenges, and hands-on work with veneer, stain, wood fillers, and paint removers. You will leave with foundational skills for successful refinishing projects.

Day 2: Cabinet Doors, Drawers, and Hardware (Jan. 25 from 1 – 4 PM)

Focus on repairing the functional parts of furniture and cabinetry. Participants will work with hinges, drawer pulls, handles, slides, and basic cabinet and drawer joints. By the end of the class, you will be able to troubleshoot issues and complete safe, effective repairs that…