Old steamer trunk ideas

Steamer trunk restoration project, remove mildew odor, secure old labels and learn How to Restore an Old Steamer Trunk in a Few Simple Steps

Restoring a Vintage Steamer Trunk: Trunk restoration is a combination of wood working, metal craft and leather work, so it helps to have some experience in all three fields. The hardest part of the entire project is in the preparation of the piece. Removing the old material covering …

I dream of a vintage steamer trunk in my house some day to add aesthetic appeal and storage. I found 10 ideas to keep the inspiration going.

Adding hairpin legs to a vintage trunk is an easy way to turn a thrifted find into a unique piece of furniture. A vintage trunk can be used to store all kinds of things like puzzles, games, holiday decor, serving pieces, and so much more.

My mother gave me my Great Grandmother's steamer trunk, which is about 120 years old. I wanted to just spruce it up and get rid of the musty smell. Mission acco…

Do you know what an steamer trunk is? I had no idea what a steamer trunk was until a friend gave me his trunk to refinish. Honestly, this furniture flip was a l…

Ever since I did a research deep-dive on my mysterious ancestor George Roderic McClellan (1848-1912), I have been curious to learn more about his time spent in Denver, Colorado in the 1870s. I had discovered that he was a co-owner …

Steamer trunk restoration project, remove mildew odor, secure old labels and learn How to Restore an Old Steamer Trunk in a Few Simple Steps

Advertisements Ever since I did a research deep-dive on my mysterious ancestor George Roderic McClellan (1848-1912), I have been curious to learn more about his time spent in Denver, Colorado in the 1870s. I had discovered that he was a …

Have you ever passed up a piece of furniture that you thought was beyond help? You might change your mind after seeing this poor sad little trunk