Most furniture repair projects are cheap simple fixes. We can either throw out that piece of furniture when it breaks or we can repair it. The difference in price can be astounding. Most furniture repairs also require very little time. About the same time it would take you to run to the store and buy a new piece of furniture. Are you getting the picture? Repairing furniture is also something you can do with the kids as a project. You know, quality family time. Some furniture pieces, like antiques and family heirlooms are irreplaceable. So knowing how to repair them yourself can save you a nice chunk of change. We list some of the more common furniture repair projects down to those that require a little more skill and patience.