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Take a seat Breathe new life into a kerbside mid-century gem with some nifty re-covering nous Before
Pro tip To use a staple gun, always position it with the base resting flat on the timber frame before pulling the trigger, using the solid surface to hold it in place so the staple shoots in straight
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his retro armchair had seen better days and looked destined for the tip, but solid bones made it worth salvaging. With a little patience and know-how, a trashed treasure like this one can enjoy a reincarnation as a living-room centrepiece. Here’s how.