Do you have old furniture that’s lost its original appeal? Or family heirlooms or treasured possessions collecting dust but you keep for their sentimental value? Maybe you love hunting for bargains in garage sales and flea markets?
Fancy breathing new life into old chairs or saving tables on the brink of collapse? If you’ve always wondered how to turn your furniture “trash” into valued “treasures,” this course is for you!
In this furniture restoration course you will learn the basic principles and techniques for restoring many types of materials and creating do-it-yourself décor you can be proud of. You will learn what makes antiques unique to their time periods and how to keep the integrity of historical pieces of furniture while updating them in a way that suits your style.
You will quickly develop the talent of looking at something old and making it look new again. Whether it’s with wood, fabric, metal, or other materials, you will be following step-by-step procedures to fashion beautiful pieces for your home.
If you’ve always wondered how to create beautiful and cost-friendly pieces of furniture, sign up today!
In this furniture restoration course, you will learn:
The aesthetic principles of various historical time periods
What makes something an “antique”
Tips and tricks for finding hidden treasures
Ways to save money while furnishing your home, office, or any living space
How to safely work with various materials and chemicals
How to strip, sand, stain, and paint wood pieces
The best techniques for restoring couches, chairs, and other upholstery items
Ways to update household items and novelty pieces so they become valued structures at a fraction of what you’d pay in the stores
Everyone who is interested in updating their own living space
Anyone who wants to create an original furniture piece as a gift
Entrepreneurs wishing to sell an item they’ve refurbished
You, if you’re considering a business venture in the world of furniture restoration
Owners of secondhand furniture shops who are ready to restore furniture before selling it on
People buying a home who want unique pieces of furniture
After completing this course, you will have the tools, techniques, and tricks to let your creativity soar!
Trendimi courses are designed for anyone with an interest in learning. No formal qualifications are required. Our courses are suitable if you want to learn new skills, start a new career, or if you’re already working in a particular industry and wish to upgrade your talents and enhance your resume.
To receive certification, you must:
Complete every page of the course
Pass the exams with a minimum score of 55% for each (each module includes a test based on key learning objectives in that study topic)
If you meet this criteria, your certificate of successful completion will be emailed to you immediately after you finish the course
You will also have the option to order a hard copy certificate directly from ICOES. (www.icoes.org)
This course is CPD/CE accredited. Our CPD accredited courses count towards the total of CPD hours to submit for your job role. CPD points are accepted and recognized by employers from both the public and private sectors, and academic institutions across the UK and internationally.
Follow the easy peasy enrollment process
Absorb and remember course content with our easy-to-follow, structured information and helpful illustrations. And yes - you can study anywhere, anytime, from any device
Reinforce your learning with quizzes at the end of each module
Once you’ve successfully completed your course and passed the exams, you’ll receive your certification. Congratulations on your amazing achievement!
I am so very excited to begin my new career in Interior Design and putting my Furniture Restoration skills to use creating a new furniture line! Trendimi you ROCK! Autumn Coleman - United States
Love Trendimi! Learn at your own pace. No pressure with teachers or other students. Can do your practice in a comfortable environment. You can even print your certificates at home, because you just can't wait! Lisa Michalski - Canada
I loved the course so much that I decided to purchase the Lifetime Access Package! The courses are informative and interesting. The format is very user-friendly which is important to me. I am looking forward to continued learning with Trendimi! Kay Rose - United States