We have bought and sold literally tons of vintage furniture. We've also walked away from more pieces than we've bought.

So why should you buy vintage furniture? And what should you look for when you are looking to purchase furniture, whether it's new or used?

Bleached wood is in right now. This chunky raw pine coffee table was easy - some white wax and a little elbow grease was all it took.

But how do you get the look, especially if your piece isn't raw wood to begin with? Here are a few ideas and techniques for achieving a lighter look on your old dark wood furniture, plus some cautions and caveats.

It's spring and time to celebrate the women in our lives - moms, teachers, brides and more. It seems like the perfect time for a perfect cup of ....tea. Down here in the South, we generally like our tea cold (and sweet). Lemons are iffy and milk is a no. But let's take a step back - in time - and explore the wonderful world of tea time.