John Hutton

You are sitting at your desk, ready to roll, when suddenly your office chair lurches to one side. A wheel has jammed, or worse, snapped off entirely. Before you resign yourself to a trip to the furniture store, know that removing and replacing chair casters is one of the simplest, most cost-effective repairs you can … Read more

You have just rearranged your living room, and the new chair placement is perfect. But every time you sit down or try to scoot closer to your desk, the chair legs catch on the floor, scraping against the wood or tile with a jarring sound. This frustrating problem is more common than you think, and … Read more

Imagine you are sitting in a chair, your feet flat on the floor, your back supported. This is a closed chain position, where your body is stable and your limbs are fixed against a solid surface. Now, picture yourself standing up, taking a step, and lifting your leg freely into the air. That movement, from … Read more

You have just finished a messy meal with your toddler, and the high chair is covered in a fine layer of pureed carrots and cracker crumbs. The dining room needs to be reclaimed, and you need that bulky piece of baby gear out of the way. Folding a high chair might seem like a simple … Read more

You sink into your favorite leather chair after a long day, only to feel the familiar catch of a torn seam or the rough edge of a split in the leather. That sinking feeling is all too common for leather furniture owners. Whether it is a beloved recliner, an office chair, or a vintage find, … Read more

There is perhaps no more irritating piece of furniture than a wobbly chair. Whether it is the dining chair that rocks every time you lean forward, the office chair that tilts unpredictably, or the antique wooden seat that clatters against the floor, a wobbly chair disrupts focus, creates noise, and can even pose a safety … Read more