Dearborn Schools Community Ed & Childcare

Is Grandma's rocker still in your basement waiting for you to bring it back to its' original glory? Are you looking to repair the living room chair rather than replace it? Well, here's your chance to learn basic skills to repair and refinish your your antique to contemporary furniture under the guidance of an instructor in a lighted, well ventilated facility. Bring your first project to class. Skills to be learned include basics about wood identification and furniture dating, minor wood repair, finish repair, finish removal or cleaning, stain and finish selection and application, and simple upholstery ( no sewing). All projects must be brought to class each week, there is no place to store projects, but there is no limit to amount of projects started. Examples include chairs, tables, small dressers, foot stools, trunks, etc. All refinishing materials are provided. Lab fee of $30, payable to the instructor the first night of class.