Transforming Furniture with Wood Decorative Onlays
Adding wood decorative onlays to a basic piece of furniture is one of those DIY hacks that feels like cheating because it's so simple yet looks incredibly professional. If you've ever walked through a high-end antique shop and wondered why a dresser costs three thousand dollars, a lot of it usually comes down to the intricate carvings. But here's a secret: a lot of that "carved" detail on modern pieces isn't actually carved into the frame itself. It's often an onlay or an appliqué that's been glued on and finished so perfectly you can't see the seam. ...