Search  for anything...

Rescue, Restore, Redecorate: Amy Howard's Guide to Refinishing Furniture and Accessories

  • Based on 734 reviews
Condition: New
Checking for product changes
$17.16 Why this price?
Save $7.83 was $24.99

Buy Now, Pay Later


As low as $4 / mo
  • – 4-month term
  • – No impact on credit
  • – Instant approval decision
  • – Secure and straightforward checkout

Ready to go? Add this product to your cart and select a plan during checkout. Payment plans are offered through our trusted finance partners Klarna, PayTomorrow, Affirm, Afterpay, Apple Pay, and PayPal. No-credit-needed leasing options through Acima may also be available at checkout.

Learn more about financing & leasing here.

Free shipping on this product

30-day refund/replacement

To qualify for a full refund, items must be returned in their original, unused condition. If an item is returned in a used, damaged, or materially different state, you may be granted a partial refund.

To initiate a return, please visit our Returns Center.

View our full returns policy here.


Availability: In Stock.
Fulfilled by Amazon

Arrives Tuesday, Nov 26
Order within 19 hours and 57 minutes
Available payment plans shown during checkout

Description

Welcome to Amy Howard’s Rescue Restore Redecorate lifestyle! Whether you dream of restoring an heirloom to its former beauty or just want to modernize a flea market treasure, Howard has the design and refinishing secrets you need. Here are all the furniture finishing recipes, techniques, and tips that have made Howard’s classes sold-out success stories, and made Howard herself the go-to guru of refinishing and “use what you have” upcycle redecorating. Try your hand at unique painted and faux finishes, and experiment with gold leaf, distressing, and marvelous graining effects. Chapters include: The Thrill of the HuntThe Creative PantryA Repertoire of Finishes: The Basics and BeyondChalk-Based PaintGildingLacquerMilk Paint (Casein Paint)Antiqued MirrorsAnd more! Howard shows you a variety of lovely and exciting projects, including the Nicholas Nightstand and the Hugo Table, the Augustus Lamp and the Donovan Chairs, the Drake Lantern and the Alfred Mirror Tray. Along the way, you will learn a treasure trove of techniques, as Howard shares before- and-after makeovers from her studio and offers impeccable step-by-step instruction in all that is needed to achieve each look. Howard writes in her introduction, “When you rescue, restore, and redecorate a vintage piece, you not only bring a new chair or table or dresser or mirror into your home. You bring in a new story, as well. You’re giving something old a new life, one that makes your own life even richer and better. That’s the Rescue, Restore, Redecorate lifestyle.” Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Abrams; Illustrated edition (May 8, 2018)


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Paperback ‏ : ‎ 192 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1419729012


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 10


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8 x 0.75 x 10 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #149,467 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #14 in Interior Painting & Wallpapering #98 in Gift Decorating #434 in Home Decorating (Books)


#14 in Interior Painting & Wallpapering:


#98 in Gift Decorating:


Frequently asked questions

If you place your order now, the estimated arrival date for this product is: Tuesday, Nov 26

Yes, absolutely! You may return this product for a full refund within 30 days of receiving it.

To initiate a return, please visit our Returns Center.

View our full returns policy here.

  • Klarna Financing
  • Affirm Pay in 4
  • Affirm Financing
  • Afterpay Financing
  • PayTomorrow Financing
  • Financing through Apple Pay
Leasing options through Acima may also be available during checkout.

Learn more about financing & leasing here.

Top Amazon Reviews


  • Great Information for beginners and flippers!
Thinking of updating your furniture or have you inherited a family heirloom that needs a new look? This book is perfect!! It offers step by step instructions that are clear and concise along with detailed recipes, techniques and shopping lists. The gorgeous before and after pictures spark your imagination to look at your old furniture and the possibilities you can achieve. Why spend money on new furniture when you can completely transform your old pieces?? I have never updated or refinished old or disguarded furniture, but have always wanted to. This book has given me the confidence to try!! Can't wait to get started!! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2024 by Pam Hanson

  • Well written
I just started reading this book, but I can see the author knows what she is talking about. The author gives a lot of good suggestions. So far, I think this book may become my “How to” Bible.
Reviewed in the United States on July 11, 2023 by nude dog fancier

  • Lots of Color Photos
No new information, but I enjoyed this large book.
Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2024 by Bonnie G.

  • Refurbishing furniture
So far I've liked this book. It has all the information I need
Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2024 by M. Baker

  • some good some bad
She spent to much time on gilding. Other than that she gave really good descriptions of types of finishes. Milk paint, chalk paint, lacquer, etc. I would have liked to learn more about glazing.
Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2024 by Justine Smith

  • Gorgeous book
Gorgeous book, perfect if you are learning to refinish furniture and beautiful enough to place on your coffee table for decoration. She gives great instructions and steps to easily make a used piece of furniture fab. I really like Amy Howard's tips and I find she's a little more "to the point" than some of the other furniture vloggers, which I appreciate. Who's got time to watch a 30 minute video to learn how to refinish a coffee table? I am excited to try her paint and I have some great plans for replicating the ideas in her book. I highly recommend this book. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 11, 2020 by Christine

  • A fountain of ideas!
A wonderful book with step by step instructions! I've been redoing furniture for a while and learned some new techniques. Well worth the read.
Reviewed in the United States on June 1, 2021 by Suzanne G. Warner

  • I'm OBSESSED with this book!
This is the ONLY book you need if you're brand new to upcycling furniture. Seriously, I purchased a few other books, but this is the only one I use. The author includes a handful of upcycling projects with detailed instructions and pictures to walk you through every technique you'll ever use. If you try out each project, by the end of the book you'll be an expert at everything from furniture to upholstery to lamps and decor. BUY THIS BOOK. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2021 by Kim O'Neal

Can't find a product?

Find it on Amazon first, then paste the link below.