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Can you varnish rattan furniture?

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Can you varnish rattan furniture?
Yes, you can varnish rattan furniture. Doing so can actually help to seal the natural material and may help extend the life of your piece. Prior to varnishing, experts recommend that you carefully sand the surfaces of your furniture. Because this is a delicate process, you may wish to enlist the help of professional furniture restorers to ensure the best results. Shop a large selection of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
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Modernist "Rokato" Rattan & Glass Coffee Table by Gebr. Jonkers, 1970
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Captivating 1970s Dutch modernist coffee table from the acclaimed Rokato collection, attributed to designer Gijs Bakker and manufactured by Gebr. Jonkers in Noordwolde, Netherlands. ...
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Rattan, Smoked Glass, Wood

Woven Rattan Pet Bed with Outdoor Stripe Fabric
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
A cozy retreat for furry friends, it showcases a handwoven rattan frame with a dipped front for easy access. The plush cushion, adorned with a delightful stripe, made from outdoor ma...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Decorative Baskets

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Cotton, Rattan

Vintage Italian Rattan Elephant Magazine Rack or Newspaper Stand, circa 1970s
Located in Nicolosi, IT
Charming vintage Italian magazine rack or newspaper stand, handcrafted in natural rattan during the 1970s and shaped like a stylized elephant. This sculptural piece exemplifies the c...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Rattan

Cocoon resin. Brutalist hand-crafted table lamps, Italy, 1970s
Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES
Pair of Mid-Century Modern hand-crafted Cocoon resin table lamps, Italy, 1970s. Composed of turned pine wood bases and lampshades made of a metal structure covered with Cocoon resin,...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Brutalist Table Lamps

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Metal

Pair Rattan Drum Tables, Circa 1960
Located in Rochester, NY
A great looking pair of natural rattan and cane barrel form drum side tables tabourets in nicely aged color patina w/ the original inset frosted glass tops. Circa 1960. Measure 18" h...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Cane, Rattan, Glass

American Designer, Counter Stools, Bamboo, Rattan, Velvet, USA, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A set of three bamboo, rattan and green velvet counter stools or bar stools designed and produced in the US, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 41.125"H x 21.8"W x 20.75"D Seat...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Velvet, Bamboo, Rattan

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