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French 1940s Iron Display Unit with Four Painted Wood Shelves
Located in Santa Monica, CA
French 1940s Iron Display Unit with Four Painted Wood Shelves
Category

Mid-20th Century French Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Iron

European Inlaid Corner Wood Shelves
Located in San Francisco, CA
C. 19th century Adorable European inlaid corner wood shelves.
Category

19th Century Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Wood

Used European Inlaid Corner Wood Shelves
European Inlaid Corner Wood Shelves
H 30.75 in W 14.5 in D 10.25 in
Vintage 1970s Large 2 Piece Hollywood Regency Bamboo Étagère with Wood Shelves
By Vivai del Sud
Located in St. Louis, MO
Wonderful 1970s BOHO CHIC large two piece Bamboo Étagère with wood shelves. In very nice original
Category

1970s Thai Hollywood Regency Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Wood

Pair of Large Gilt Scroll Wood Shelves
Located in London, GB
This lovely pair of shelf units are gilt wood and shaped in a decorative curled scroll design. Each
Category

Late 20th Century Indonesian Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Giltwood

Used Pair of Large Gilt Scroll Wood Shelves
Pair of Large Gilt Scroll Wood Shelves
H 13.39 in W 12.41 in D 7.29 in
Vintage Industrial Iron and Wood Shelves on Wheels
Located in Praha, CZ
Industrial 3 shelves cart made of iron and wood. All parts are original. The entire cart has been
Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Iron

Large Set of Bleached Wood Shelves, Circa 1920s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Large set of bleached beechwood display shelves of unusual design. Very heavy and sturdy.
Category

Early 20th Century French Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Beech

Used Large Set of Bleached Wood Shelves, Circa 1920s
Large Set of Bleached Wood Shelves, Circa 1920s
H 38.59 in W 49.61 in D 23.63 in
Wall Wood Shelves Napoleon III with Brass Gallery & Marquetry, Late 19th Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
Wood Mural Three Shelves of Napoléon III period with a brass gallery. Very fine details: you can
Category

1890s French Napoleon III Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Brass

1800's Antique French Breton, Carved Wood, Shelves, Red Interior Bookcase!
Located in Austin, TX
Absolutely Gorgeous 1800's Antique French Breton, Carved Wood, Shelves, Red Interior Bookcase
Category

19th Century French Other Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Small English Bamboo Bookcase w/ Painted Wood Shelves & Brass Finials
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
shelves and brass finials on all four corners. The bookcase is very simple in style with a back splash
Category

Early 20th Century English Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Bamboo, Wood, Paint

asymetrical postmodern vintage wood and plaster etagere or shelves
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Asymetrical postmodern vintage wood and plaster etagere shelves. Top and bottom wood shelves
Category

1990s Post-Modern Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Plaster, Wood, Paint

Pair of English Iron Midcentury Étagères with Inset Wooden Shelves
Located in Atlanta, GA
design. Crafted from iron with inset dark-stained wood shelves, these shelving units feature X-shaped
Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Iron

Sarreid Wall Shelf, Carved Wood, Gargoyle, Lion, Made in Spain
By Sarreid Ltd.
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Sarreid carved wood shelves. Can be used with glass top as seen in pictures or without
Category

1970s Spanish Modern Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Glass, Wood

Czech Brown Bauhaus Chrome Flower Stand by Mücke, Melder, Zebrano Wood, 1930s
By Mücke & Melder
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This étagère, with a chrome-plated steel tube and Zebrano wood shelves, was made in the 1930s in
Category

Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Chrome

Global Views French Style Tassel Foot Iron & Wood Wall Mount Curio Display Shelf
By Global Views
Located in Philadelphia, PA
distressed gold finish, 3 solid wood shelves with plate grooves, brass medallion finial, original label
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Other Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Wrought Iron

Emporium Shelving Unit
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
-shaped wood shelves. Unique shape, fantastic original finish, with a russet colored hue, sturdy
Category

1930s British Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Wood

Emporium Shelving Unit
Emporium Shelving Unit
H 46 in W 30.5 in D 34.5 in
Mid Century Modern Paul McCobb Brass Bookshelf / Room Divider, 4 Drawers
By Paul McCobb
Located in Buffalo, NY
. This example features bleached walnut wood shelves, 4 drawers etc. supported by a squared brass frame
Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Brass

Hand Carved Wood Shell Wall Shelves
Located in San Francisco, CA
C. 19th century group of 3 gilded hand carved wood shell wall shelves These beauties were done in
Category

20th Century Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Wood

Hand Carved Wood Shell Wall Shelves
Hand Carved Wood Shell Wall Shelves
H 7.5 in W 11.25 in D 6 in
1960s Wall-Mounted Shelving System by Kai Kristiansen for FM Møbler, Denmark
By Kai Kristiansen, FM Møbler
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
wood shelves with black metal brackets Functionality: Adjustable shelves for customizable storage Era
Category

1960s Danish Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Aluminum

Early 20th Century Scorched English Bamboo Corner Tiered Shelf Etagere
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
showcases intricate scorched bamboo detailing along the legs, with rich dark wood shelves offering plenty of
Category

Early 20th Century English Organic Modern Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Wood

Mid Century Paul McCobb Calvin Irwin Collection Shelf Bookshelf Room Divider
By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture
Located in New York, NY
sought after Irwin Collection series for Calvin, circa 1950’s. This example features bleached walnut wood
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Brass

Vintage Primitive Style Wood Bookcase Shelves
Located in Seattle, WA
Lots of character in this primitive style bookcase, with nicely aged wood. Shelves are in place and
Category

1970s Mid-Century Modern Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Wood

A Pair of Carved Gilt Wood Wall Shelves
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A pair of giltwood wheat motif wall shelves, Italy, mid 20th Century, the good size measuring 15
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Giltwood

White Turned Wood Wall Shelves for Vases, Sculpture, Decorative Objects, Pair
Located in New York, NY
A pair of white painted turned wood wall shelves with gallery edge, circa early-20th century. Set
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Wood

A Pair of Louis XV Style Gilt Wood Wall Shelves
Located in Lambertville, NJ
An unusual pair of Italian made gilt wood wall shelves. The Louis XV style with a lattice work
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XV Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Giltwood

Pair of Unique Italian Style Shelves Made of Lovely Old Carved Wood Brackets
Located in Atlanta, GA
charcoal wash over wood grain. These shelves with nicely carved support brackets will be useful for storage
Category

20th Century Indian Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Wood

Tall Rustic Iron & Wood Ètagerè w/ Six Fixed Shelves
Located in North Miami, FL
Very heavy and well crafted, this iron and wood ètagerè features X-frame sides. This is very tall
Category

1950s American Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Iron

18th Century Pair of Italian Gilt Wood Angel Wall Shelves
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A pair of superb and monumental 1700's Italian gilt wood angel wall shelves. These hand carved wood
Category

Late 18th Century Italian Directoire Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Gold Leaf

Calligaris Wall Unit. Glass Shelves, Aluminum Frame, Wood Drawer. Signed.
By Calligaris
Located in Kansas City, MO
section is silver / gray lacquered wood. The glass doesn't just sit on the support brackets. It is
Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Aluminum

Meissen Porcelain Shelves
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in New Orleans, LA
Elegant pillars of Meissen Porcelain distinguish this lovely pair of shelves. An ebonized wood
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19th Century German Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Porcelain, Mirror, Wood

Meissen Porcelain Shelves
Meissen Porcelain Shelves
H 13.38 in W 10 in D 4.5 in
Italian String Inlay Wood Gilt Bronze Wall Brackets Wall Shelves, a Pair
Located in Miami, FL
Italian String Inlay Wood Gilt Bronze Wall Brackets Wall Shelves -Pair Offered for sale is a pair
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Bronze

Wood, Rattan and Lacquered Metal Shelves Unit. French work by Raymond Glemeau
By Raymond Glemeau
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice shelves unit is made of wood, rattan and lacquered metal. This is a French work
Category

1970s French Mid-Century Modern Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Metal

Pair Italian Giltwood Eagle Wall Shelves
Located in Houston, TX
Elevate your decor with a stunning pair of Italian carved giltwood eagle wall sconces or shelves
Category

20th Century Italian American Classical Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Wood

Pair Italian Giltwood Eagle Wall Shelves
Pair Italian Giltwood Eagle Wall Shelves
H 16 in W 13.5 in D 7.75 in
Tall Iron & Rustic Wood Rare Etagere by Cleo Baldon Double Color Shelves
By Cleo Baldon
Located in San Diego, CA
Majestic tall etagere with rustic wood accents , solid sturdy iron frame double sided shelves in
Category

20th Century American Rustic Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Iron

Oriental work from the 19th century, 2 large shelves in carved wood and bone
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Oriental work from the 19th century, 2 large shelves in carved wood and bone marquetry. missing
Category

Late 19th Century Maghreb Islamic Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Bone, Beech

Pair Of 1940s Beveled Mirrored Wall Shelves
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Pair of 1940s beveled mirror wall shelves. There is a small chip in one piece on the top left hand
Category

1940s Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Attributed to Audoux Minet, Rattan and Wood Wall Shelves, French, circa 1950
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice wall shelves unit is made of rattan with wooden shelves. This is a French work
Category

1950s French Mid-Century Modern Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Bent Wood and Brass Wall Shelves Unit. Art & Crafts Austrian work. Circa 1900
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice, interesting and rare shelves unit is made of bent wood and brass. This is an Art
Category

Early 1900s Austrian Arts and Crafts Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Brass

Set of Anglo-Ceylonese Specimen Wood Campaign Wall Shelves in a Travelling Box
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A set of Anglo-Ceylonese specimen wood Campaign wall shelves in a travelling box, of rectangular
Category

19th Century British Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Wood

Pair Early 20th Century Moroccan Wall Shelves
Located in Houston, TX
Pair 1920s or earlier Moroccan wood and mother of pearly inlay wall shelves. These wonderful
Category

Early 20th Century Moorish Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Midcentury Industrial Shelves, Trolley
Located in Praha, CZ
In original condition wood part is refubrished.
Category

1960s Industrial Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Steel

Midcentury Industrial Shelves, Trolley
Midcentury Industrial Shelves, Trolley
H 31.5 in W 25.2 in D 22.84 in
Pair of 18th Century Venetian Rococo Wall Shelves
Located in North Miami, FL
A pair of 18th Century Venetian Rococo carved wood and gold gilded wall shelves. These are finely
Category

18th Century Italian Rococo Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Gold Leaf

Pair Mastercraft Dome Shape Burl Wood Curio Display Cabinets w Shelves Lights
By Mastercraft
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair Mastercraft dome shape burl wood curio display cabinets w shelves lights.
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Brass

Bamboo and Rattan Shelves
Located in Bradenton, FL
and three pencil wood bamboo shelves. The sides are decorated with arched pencil wood bamboo. Secured
Category

Late 20th Century Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Bamboo and Rattan Shelves
Bamboo and Rattan Shelves
H 34.25 in W 12 in D 12 in
3 Syrian Mother of Pearl Inlaid Wall Shelves
Located in Dallas, TX
Group of three Syrian mother of pearl inlaid wooden wall shelves. The intricately carved wood of
Category

20th Century Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Italian Mid-Century Pair of Wooden Shelves, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century pair of wooden shelves, 1980s. Pair of black painted wooden shelves with steel
Category

1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Steel

Two Beautiful, Very Rare 1960s Large Aldo Tura Shelves Made of Wood and Goatskin
By Aldo Tura
Located in München, DE
Two beautiful very rare 1960s large Aldo Tura shelves. The shelves are made of wood covered with
Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Brass

A Pair of 1970s Shelves / étagère in Chromed Metal, Solid Wood and Smoked Glass
Located in Roma, IT
Two twin shelves perfect for being positioned symmetrically on the sides of a door or for use as a
Category

1970s Italian Space Age Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Pair of Louis XV Style Painted Wall Shelves
Located in Houston, TX
A 20th century carved wall shelves, each with one-drawer and lovely hand painted floral detail.
Category

20th Century Italian Louis XV Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Wood

Corner Shelves Made of Faux-Bamboo Brass and Wood in the Style of Maison Baguès
By Maison Baguès
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice corner shelves is made of faux-bamboo brass and mahogany. This is a French work in
Category

1940s Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Brass

Black Forest Style Wall Shelves Featuring Stag Heads and Acorns
Located in Essex, MA
Pair of Black Forest Stag Wall shelves decorated with vines, leaves and acorns. 11.0" W x 8.5" H x
Category

20th Century Unknown Black Forest Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Wood

Metal Sculptural Shelving Unit with Custom Maple Shelves, France 1950s
Located in Chicago, IL
light and airy appearance. Custom maple shelves have been made for this piece, providing a warm contrast
Category

1950s French Mid-Century Modern Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Metal

Antique Case Storage Piece with Shelves
Located in New York, NY
An elegant antique case storage piece with top glass shelf and storage shelves, circa early 20th
Category

Early 20th Century European Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Brass

Antique Case Storage Piece with Shelves
Antique Case Storage Piece with Shelves
H 31.44 in W 8.94 in D 6.25 in
Late 19th Century French Empire Style Walnut Four Shelves Etagere
Located in Miami, FL
front corners and four shelves.
Category

Mid-19th Century French Empire Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Wood

20th Century Biedermeier Style Etagere Shelves
Located in Berlin, DE
20th Century Biedermeier Style Etagere Shelves Venner on solid pinewood. Partially gilded. (O-Sam
Category

20th Century Biedermeier Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Wood, Pine

20th Century Biedermeier Style Etagere Shelves
20th Century Biedermeier Style Etagere Shelves
H 67.33 in W 33.08 in D 22.84 in
20th Century, Italian Production Wall Bookcase with adjustable shelves, 60s
By Midcentury Italian school
Located in Turin, Turin
Wall Bookcase composed of 3 bays with height-adjustable shelves. Designed and produced in Italy in
Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Metal, Brass

Post modern minimalist wall shelves , 1980s
Located in Delft, NL
Minimalst cabinet in good condition.
Category

1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Metal

Post modern minimalist wall shelves , 1980s
Post modern minimalist wall shelves , 1980s
H 67.72 in W 59.26 in D 13.98 in
Structure for Vase Holder Shelves, 1960s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Shelf support structure from the 1960s oak base, structure in cherry wood, triangular fragments in
Category

1960s Italian Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Plastic, Laminate, Wood

Structure for Vase Holder Shelves, 1960s
Structure for Vase Holder Shelves, 1960s
H 37.8 in W 50.79 in D 11.82 in
Italian Gold Gilt Giltwood Wall Shelves Acanthus Leaf Design, Pair
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful pair of Italian gold gilt giltwood gold-leaf wall shelves, circa mid-20th century
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Gold, Gold Leaf

Suspended wooden wall bookcase/etagere with glass shelves from the 1960s
Located in Milan, IT
structure with four transparent glass shelves. Shelf depth 18cm. Good condition, however the libraryshow
Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Glass, Wood

20th Century Biedermeier Style Étagère Shelves
Located in Berlin, DE
Bird’s eye maple root veneer on solid pinewood. Architecturally structured front with two shelf boards and edging gallery in balustrade form. Flanked by full columns from solid beech...
Category

20th Century Used Wood Shelves

Materials

Wood, Beech, Birdseye Maple, Pine

20th Century Biedermeier Style Étagère Shelves
20th Century Biedermeier Style Étagère Shelves
H 67.33 in W 33.08 in D 22.84 in
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Used Wood Shelves For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of used wood shelves is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and glass, all used wood shelves available were constructed with great care. Used wood shelves have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Used wood shelves made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Industrial — are very popular at 1stDibs. Nils Nisse Strinning, String Design AB and Poul Cadovius each produced beautiful used wood shelves that are worth considering.

How Much are Used Wood Shelves?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,256, while they’re typically $10 on the low end and $62,500 highest priced.

Finding the Right Storage-case-pieces for You

Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.

Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.

Questions About Used Wood Shelves
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    Tempered glass is used most often for shelving. It is five to six times stronger than ordinary glass and provides better protection and safety. Shop a variety of vintage and antique tempered glass on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Walnut wood is used for a variety of purposes. Due to its hardness and beauty, it is a common material for furniture and cabinetry. Artisans may also choose it when producing wooden handicrafts and decorative objects, such as bowls, planters and carved figurines. Many musical instruments feature walnut-wood construction as well. Shop a variety of walnut furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Kauri wood is used for a number of purposes. Its durability makes it ideal for building boats, cabinetry and homes. In addition, artisans often use it to produce carved and turned wood handicrafts. Shop a range of kauri wood furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Teakwood is a type of wood popularly used in Indonesian furniture. It is a tropical hardwood mainly used in Java, Indonesia, that can grow up to 130 feet tall. Shop a collection of Indonesian furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In Bali, many different types of woods are used for carving. Some examples include albesia, crocodile wood, rain tree, hibiscus, jackfruit, teak, mahogany and sandalwood. On 1stDibs, you can shop a range of Balinese wood art, furniture and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, in fact, pecan wood has been used for furniture, cabinetry and even in making certain tools. Pecan wood is durable and only moderately heavy. Shop a collection of pecan wood furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    You can use oil paint on wood as long as you prep the wood first. The first thing you should do is seal the wood with a primer. Ideally, paint two coats of sealer onto the wood so that the paint doesn't cause the wood to rot over time.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    Cedarwood was a popular choice for shutters in the past due to its resilience to harsh weather conditions, insects and rot. Nowadays, basswood is preferred because it is light and flexible, making it a good choice for different designs. Find a collection of antique and vintage window shutters on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In Bali, Indonesia, Jackfruit is considered the best wood when it comes to carving. Jackfruit is a medium hardwood, resistant to termite attacks and is easy to polish. You’ll find a variety of Indonesian carvings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    What wood is used for African wood carvings varies. Iroko, mahogany and ebony are frequently chosen materials, but artisans may choose to work with whatever wood is available in their local areas. Shop a variety of African wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    The best products to use on wood furniture are lacquer, varnish or polyurethane that will protect the wood from staining, and add a nice sheen to the piece. Wood furniture polishes are available in silicon, emulsion, oil-based and wax and you can choose based on the type of wooden furniture you have. It is important to test on a small patch of wood before applying it to the entire piece of furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    There are many different types of finishes that can be used on wood furniture. Linseed oil, also known as flaxseed oil, is one of the most popular treatments in the world to use on wood furniture. Shop a range of antique and vintage wood furniture with different finishes on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Bernhardt uses engineered, multi-ply hardwood plywood as well as various solid hardwoods like teak. The brand is known for employing unique decorative materials like bone inlay, German silver, gypsum and white onyx. On 1stDibs, find Bernhardt furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    The best wood to use in designing a farmhouse style table is a matter of preference — farmhouse tables are frequently made of white oak, hickory or cypress. Largely defined by its geography, functionality and simplicity, the farmhouse style, both in the United States and abroad, is much emulated today — often as an amalgam of other rustically rooted ones, such as cottage, French country and industrial. Find a collection of antique and vintage farmhouse tables and other furniture designed in the farmhouse style on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Epoxy resins are the type of resins used for wood tables. They are used to make high-gloss coatings for wooden surfaces. Shop a range of antique and vintage wood tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Old-growth redwood, as it is the most stable, is one of the most popular woods used for live edge tables. Black walnut, cherry and oak are also great live-edge options. You can shop a collection of live-edge furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    In most cases, Paul McCobb used a natural lacquer wood finish. In doing so, he emphasized the natural color and grain of the hardwoods used to build his tables, desks, cabinets and other furniture. Shop a collection of Paul McCobb on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 11, 2019

    The material typically used in Danish modern furniture is teak.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Whether you should use teak wood oil on outdoor furniture depends on the piece and the product. The formulation of most teak wood oil is intended for indoor use, and these products generally shouldn't be applied to outdoor furniture. You should read the care instructions on your furniture and the directions for use on the teak oil for specific advice. Explore a wide variety of outdoor furniture on 1stDibs.

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