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The ReStoration Corner

Welcome to ReStore's official blog! Here we post the latest and greatest ReStore happenings, including: DIY tips and videos, sales and contests, seasonal topics, volunteer spotlights, business donor information, and much more. 

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Where Can I Buy Second-Hand Furniture in the Twin Cities?

Whether you enjoy a good deal or the thrill of the hunt, buying second-hand furniture and other household items can be terrific fun. You're also keeping these items out of landfills and giving them a second life. So where are some places to shop in...

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Two painters painting blue siding.

Spring Projects: When is the Best Time to Paint Outside?

The warm weather has arrived, and it's time to tackle some of those outdoor painting projects you couldn't complete during the winter months. Whether...

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Two people purchasing a lamp from ReStore with cashier.

What Happens to Your Donation? Follow Its Journey to the Sales Floor

You might be able to guess a few steps in the journey of an item donated to ReStore. But what about those missing pieces? Follow along to discover...

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Wood flooring.

Flooring Remodeling: How to Pick, Buy, and Install the Right Flooring

If you've never redone your flooring (or if it's been a while since the last time you did), you might feel a bit lost about where to start. ReStore...

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Jan showing lighting ideas at the WCCO studio.

Bright DIY Ideas for Lighting [VIDEO]

If you've been thinking about updating light fixtures in your home, ReStore is here to illuminate your imagination! In this episode of DIY Friday at...

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Preview image of cabinet door video.

How to Give Your Kitchen Cabinet Doors a Makeover [VIDEO]

Many people love their houses, except for one small place (which isn't that small at all)—the kitchen. Why? Ugly, outdated cabinets are often the...

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Appliances at ReStore.

ReStore is the Place to Donate and Shop for Appliances

If you're replacing your appliances, have you thought about what to do with your old stove, fridge, and more? Well, staff at our ReStore home...

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2024 Big Ideas, Small Spaces contest winners.

2024 Big Ideas, Small Spaces Contest Winners

In early February, ReStore hosted a booth at the Minneapolis Home + Remodeling Show at U.S. Bank Stadium. This was the second year ReStore was at the...

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Hope at the register at ReStore.

Hope Helps: Supporting ReStore Since 2016

When Hope first started volunteering at ReStore, she wondered if she’d be able to do enough to make a difference. The answer has been a resounding...

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ReStore's booth space on the show floor of the Home and Remodeling Show.

Visit ReStore at the Minneapolis Home + Remodeling Show

Visit ReStore at the Minneapolis Home + Remodeling Show at U.S. Bank Stadium, Feb. 2 – 4, 2024! Stop by our booth to learn about ReStore, pick up...

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