IF you want to perform your own stain treatment on an unfinished pine wardrobe you will have the opportunity of taking the wardrobe from a clean state and turning it into something else. When you are still in the store you should make sure you examine the wardrobe completely. This means taking a close look at the construction to ensure that all joints have been properly done and that the fixings are solid.

When you have taken possession of the wardrobe you will have to give it a thorough sanding to ensure that it is in a state that is fit to be stained. Unfinished pine wardrobes are sanded before and after construction but the job may be a little rough so you will need to go over it again to satisfy yourself that the job is complete. This means that by the time you get to the end of the job you will have worked your way down to a fine grade sandpaper to get the smoothest, softest finish possible.

If you have never used the stain that you intend on applying to the wardrobe before, it is advisable to apply a small amount to an unobtrusive area first. If the stain looks too dark you can dilute it by adding some water. When you are satisfied that the stain looks as you would expect you should begin to apply by brushing with the grain of the wood. It is important to complete the staining job in one go rather than overlapping various areas, otherwise the job will look patchy and unattractive.

Staining an unfinished pine wardrobe is only one of the many different types of finishes that can be applied. A wax or lacquer finish is also very effective, as is a distressed or lime washed finish. The attraction with buying one of these blank canvases is that you can start with two identical looking wardrobes and, when you have finished with them, they may end up looking nothing alike.

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There are a number of different models to consider when going through the Devonshire wardrobe range and, contrary to the name of the company, there is also a large range of Devonshire oak wardrobes to choose from too.

Here are a few of the different wardrobes available across the companies various collections.

The Devonshire Badger Pine range uses a traditional construction style to define the wardrobes that are produced. It's possible to get a 2 drawer double wardrobe, an all hanging double wardrobe, an all hanging triple wardrobe or a combination wardrobe. Take a look at the combination wardrobe pictured here in the Devon antique finish. This is a great illustration of the quality of the workmanship that goes into the products.

The wardrobes created from Devonshire are all solid pine wood sourced from sustainable pine forests. The drawers are assembled with dovetailed joints and tongue and groove bases for superior durability. The wardrobe carcases also feature tongue and grooved backs.

The Devonshire Chunky Pine range does not quite contain the array of wardrobes that the Badger Pine range does but the wardrobes available are very attractive looking pieces. You can get a Ladies Wardrobe which is a two-door wardrobe that sits lower than other wardrobes. The Chunky Pine Ladies Wardrobe is also available as a triple. Also available is a very stylish looking corner wardrobe.

The Devonshire Tarka Pine range contains at least six different wardrobe configurations that are worth considering. The Tarka range appears to make strong use of the detail in the pine wood with the natural knots and imperfections giving the furniture great character and appeal.

The wardrobes available in the Tarka Pine style include an all hanging double door wardrobe, a combination wardrobe, an all hanging triple door wardrobe, a triple door wardrobe with 2 deep drawers, two door wardrobe with 2 deep drawers and a midi 2 door wardrobe that stands about two-thirds the height of the other wardrobes.

The Old Mill Pine collection is designed with the higher end of the market in mind. The wardrobes are very elegant and should appeal to most customers with their Rustic Wax finish. In the Old Mill Pine range is the all hanging double door wardrobe, a double door wardrobe, a single wadrobe with a deep drawer below and a massive double wardrobe with 2 deep drawers below.

You will be able to find Devonport Pine wardrobes for sale in any respectable furniture or home furnishing store.

For many more wardrobes from Devonshire Pine you should visit the website where there are brochures available displaying all pieces from each of the company's ranges. Don't forget that the company does not only produce pine wardrobes. If you are after quality oak wardrobes you should also make a point of visiting the company site.

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If you decide to purchase a pine wardrobe, then you it would be wise to shop around and make your choice from a selection of different wooden armoires. Keep in mind the fact that the makers of such wardrobes have created an entire range of designs. They have designed wardrobes for men, for women and for children.

Take a look at some of the different types of pine wardrobes available for sale below.

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Before you order any one particular armoire, take the time to get the specifics about each of the many available wardrobes. Learn whether or not the armoire needs to be assembled after it arrives at your residence. Determine the location of the armoire’s drawers. Have they been placed below the hanging clothes or in a separate section next to the section that holds the clothing bar?

It is important that you buy a solid pine wardrobe rather than a cheap and flimsy one so seek out information about the durability of each wardrobe. A wooden piece that has been coated in wax has added durability. Search for information on the stability of any given armoire. A pine wardrobe with dovetail hinges can usually be counted on to remain stable at all times, even while being opened and closed.

Check to see whether or not an advertised armoire includes a mirror. Make note of the type of wood used in construction of that wardrobe. An antique pine wardrobe would probably look a little out of place in a room full of modern furniture. A wardrobe made out of Mexican pine would fit well with the tone of a country styled bedroom. Have an understanding of the nature of the pine involved in the construction of the wardrobe you have your eye on. Some pine is knottier than others, some are dark and some are light.

Finally, be ready to study the finish on each armoire. A pine wardrobe can have a paint finish. It can also have a color washed finish. However, neither of those finishes can showcase the beauty of the wood. If you want guests to appreciate your solid pine wardrobe, then you should think about getting one with a lacquer or wax finish.

Whether large or small, whether equipped with one, two or three doors, a wardrobe made from pine serves as a lovely and functional addition to any bedroom. It alsways pays to carefully decide on the exact style and type of wardrobe furniture you choose to add to your home.

Pine has long been one of the main materials used in the construction of bedroom furniture and an antique pine wardrobe would have just about completed every bedroom at one point or another.

Another name for an antique pine wardrobe is a pine armoire and they are still popular with a lot of fine detail work. In the beginning pine furniture such as wardrobes was first produced in the mid-eighteenth century as built-in pieces of furniture that were made to be painted over. The use of the wood slowly made the transfer to smaller, stand-alone pieces of furniture by the end of the century. They were most common in farm houses and townhouse kitchens.

The more popular material used many years ago was oak and pine was really used as a cheap material for creating reproduction pieces. The thing is, though, those reproduction pieces have survived remarkably well and some of them are now a valued antique wardrobe in their own right.

It’s possible to find antique pine wardrobes in large quantities for very reasonable prices if you know where to look. Every weekend there are many deceased estate sales and liquidation auctions where wardrobes and other antique furniture items are available at low prices.

Buying an antique pine wardrobe from one of these sales will not only save you a lot of money but will also give you a wardrobe that has the potential to have a restoration carried out on it resulting in a highly decorative or desirable piece.

For this reason a pine wardrobe that you need to match your antique bedroom furnishings can be bought raw and then made to look as though it has been in the family for generations with a little imaginative staining and distressing.

Pine has long been used as the preferred medium in wardrobe and cabinet making due to the softness of the wood and its ability to be fashioned, planed, routered, etched and chiseled into all sorts of intricate patterns and designs.

But a pine wardrobe doesn’t necessarily have to be a faux rustic wardrobe. Pine has been used for many, many years as the wood of choice when making fine (or even functional) wardrobes and it is possible to walk into any antique and pick up a very stylish wardrobe made in the rustic style.

A pine wardrobe evokes a naturalness and warmth that few other materials can. The knotty pine look gives it an interesting appeal rarely seen and when sealed with a rich dark stain the wood takes on a deep and mysterious patina.

A rustic pine wardrobe will fit straight into the country style bedroom with a look that appears as though it has been there for decades.

Pine wardrobes to choose from, if you’re looking for a particular style or size include a single, double or triple wardrobe which refers to the number of doors wide your wardrobe will be. You may get an arched wardrobe or a flat top. When looking at the bottom of the wardrobe you may go for one that sits squarely on the floor or it may have decorated feet. Pelmets across the top are also popular giving the wardrobe a fancier and appealing to the eye look.

In general, the rustic look when it comes to pine furniture will be a darker shade of wood, so one that has had a liberal dose of shellac or lacquer applied to the veneer. This means that the wood has been well protected over the years, particularly if it is an authentic rustic piece of furniture.

Pine is a material that will require some basic care steps to ensure that it looks good as it ages. It is a material that will react to the surrounding conditions if left in its raw state meaning it will expand in high moisture and shrink in very dry conditions. For this reason it should be refinished with a light stain or wax.

As attractive as pine wardrobes can look left in their natural state or with a fine stain varnish applied to them, the wood is also very suitable to a painted finish and you can add your own design style quickly and easily.

Pine wardrobes make fine looking bedroom storage pieces. They are usually a lighter colour than other woods, particularly when left in their more natural state. The wood is also lighter in terms of weight and so, while still a solid piece of furniture, the pine wardrobe will be easier to carry into the house as well as to relocate around the room when redecorating or redesigning.

Because of the lighter weight of pine wood, you will have to give some thought to what you will be storing in the wardrobe before going with pine as your option. A pine wardrobe to use for clothes storage would be perfectly okay as the weight would not break the wardrobe. Storage of heavier items or items with sharp edges would require a sturdier, hardwearing wood.

As with all types of furniture you will get what you pay for and even though it is possible to buy a cheap pine wardrobe compared to wardrobes made with other types of wood such as oak or cherry, there will be some construction issues to look out for. Poorly made wardrobes can be spotted with only a quick inspection looking for splits around the screw or dowel holes, you want to ensure that it is held together with screws and not staples, the walls should be plumb and the doors and drawers should open and close smoothly.

Splintered wood or major scratches or cracks should mean that you will move on to the next wardrobe. There is such a large range of solid pine wardrobes available that you do not have to settle for one that less than perfectly meets your needs.

Older units will only be available as solid a solid pine wardrobe that is difficult to dismantle. When buying an antique pine wardrobe you’re going to have to know the measurements of the room in which you’re intending it to go. It will also be important to have a plan on how the wardrobe will be brought into the room and whether it will fit through the doors or windows. The modern alternative these days is to buy a pine wardrobe as a flat pack (i.e. unassembled) and then construct it inside the room it is going to be placed. This is a cheaper alternative and could be the preferable option if you have bought a very large wardrobe that would have had no chance at getting through the doors or up a tight set of stairs.

Here’s another nice feature of pine wardrobes that you may not realise but which is important to the environment. Much of the wood sourced to make pine wardrobes comes from plantation forests that are continually being renewed and replenished after each harvest. As a sustainable resource it means that by buying a pine wardrobe you are doing a little bit for the environment and reducing the demand for a timber that comes from more destructive logging.

You will be able to find a pine wardrobe in a size and style that will meet your needs regardless of whether you need a pine wardrobe with a mirror in the center or a pine wardrobe with drawers dominating the bottom or sides. Large or small, antique or modern, solid or flat pack, they come in a range that will ensure that your bedroom storage problem is solved.