Your One-Stop DIY Upcycling Hub
The One-Stop Online Haven Every Furniture Painter and Upcycler Has Been Looking For
How Canadian DIYers Are Skipping Big Box Stores and Getting Pro-Level Results From Home
If you’ve ever stood in the paint aisle, juggling a half-dozen cans, wondering which primer works with which topcoat, and whether that wax will actually seal your hard-won finish… you’re not alone.
More and more DIYers are discovering that the hardest part of upcycling isn’t the sanding, painting, or stenciling. It’s hunting down the right products, from the right brands, that actually play nicely together.
One website is quietly solving that problem for Canadian makers, furniture artists, and weekend warriors: Regained Relics – an online shop built specifically for people who love to transform tired pieces into stand-out originals.
Instead of bouncing between hardware stores, craft chains, and random online sellers, upcyclers are finding they can get everything they need for a full furniture makeover in one place: paint, prep, hardware, mouldings, stencils, decoupage, kits, and even step‑by‑step tutorials.
And that “everything in one cart” experience is changing how many people approach their next project.
The DIY Struggle: Mismatched Products, Half-Finished Projects
Talk to any serious hobbyist or furniture flipper, and the stories sound familiar.
You find an incredible dresser on Marketplace for next to nothing. You drag it home, full of plans. Then the scavenger hunt begins:
- The paint you want is only available at a boutique shop across town.
- The cool mouldings you saw on Instagram ship from overseas with high fees.
- The decorative knobs you fell in love with? Different store, different shipping, different timeline.
By the time everything arrives, your enthusiasm has cooled—and worse, you’re still not 100% sure your products are compatible. That’s how half-finished pieces end up back in the garage.
Regained Relics was built with exactly this frustration in mind. Instead of being “just another decor shop,” it functions like a curated toolkit for the entire lifecycle of a project—from blank, scuffed surface to beautifully staged reveal.
The Discovery: A Shop Curated By Someone Who Actually Upcycles
What sets Regained Relics apart is that it isn’t a generic marketplace. It’s a tightly curated collection of brands and tools chosen for how well they work together in real-life projects.
From the moment you land on the collections page, it’s clear this store is organized around how DIYers actually work, not how wholesalers ship pallets. Categories read like a checklist for your next makeover:
- Paint systems (Fusion Mineral Paint, Alchemy Limestone Chalk Style Paint, Milk Paint by Fusion)
- Application tools and kits (Applicators, DIY Bundles, DIY Kits)
- Detail and structure (WoodUbend mouldings, Furniture Hardware, Shelf Brackets, Hooks)
- Surface design (Stencils, Posh Chalk Premium Decoupage Paper, Redesign with Prima)
- Finishes and coatings (Posh Chalk Premium Coatings, Fusion Products)
- Education and inspiration (DIY Digital Download Tutorials, Before and After Project Blog Posts for Inspiration)
For upcyclers, this means one very practical thing: you can plan a complete project and fill your cart in a single session, knowing the pieces have been selected to work together.
Introducing Regained Relics: Your Complete DIY Furniture & Decor Supply Hub
Regained Relics is an online shop dedicated to furniture painters, decor upcyclers, and creative DIYers who want professional-looking results without needing a professional studio.
Instead of overwhelming you with hundreds of random SKUs, the store zeroes in on high-performing, well-loved lines and then builds out everything around them—tools, accessories, and embellishments—so you’re never stuck mid-project.
Here’s what makes shopping at Regained Relics different for DIYers:
✓ Professional-quality paint systems that are actually user-friendly
Fusion Mineral Paint, Alchemy Limestone Chalk Style Paint, and Milk Paint by Fusion are all known in the refinishing community for strong coverage, beautiful colors, and reliable adhesion. Whether you prefer the ultra-smooth, durable finish of Fusion or the character and movement of milk paint, you’ll find a system that works for your style and skill level.
✓ Prep, coatings, and add-ons that play nicely together
Beyond the paint itself, Regained Relics carries Fusion Products and Posh Chalk Premium Coatings—from metallic pigments and patinas to protective finishes—so you can build layered, interesting finishes without guessing which topcoat will ruin your base.
✓ Applicators and kits that take the guesswork out
The Applicators, DIY Bundles, and DIY Kits collections are ideal if you want to skip the “what should I buy?” spiral. The bundles are designed to give you coordinated sets of products at better pricing, so you’re not overspending on tools you don’t need.
✓ Built-in education for every skill level
The DIY Digital Download Tutorials collection and the Project Blog Posts turns the store into a learning hub. These guides walk you through projects step-by-step, helping you avoid classic mistakes with blending, layering, distressing, and sealing. For visual learners and newer painters, this can mean the difference between a frustrating weekend and a piece you’re proud to show off.
✓ Hardware, mouldings, stencils, and papers to finish the look
Regained Relics stocks everything you need in one place so you can truly finish a piece—no more defaulting to whatever big box stores have. Add in WoodUbend mouldings and trims for instant character, pair them with Stencils and Posh Chalk Premium Decoupage Paper, or bring in Redesign with Prima decor transfers to create those high-end, layered looks you see from pro refinishers.
What DIYers Love About Shopping This Way
While every upcycler has their own style, a few consistent themes keep coming up in feedback about curated shops like this:
✓ Confidence that products are compatible – When your paint, topcoat, and decorative elements are drawn from proven lines, you spend less time Googling and more time creating.
✓ Fewer surprise costs at checkout – Buying from one store means combined shipping and clear thresholds. At Regained Relics, buyers can take advantage of free shipping on orders over $100 and discount codes like FIRST10 for 10% off a first order, plus rotating “product features of the week” with savings.
✓ Inspiration built into the catalog – The Furniture Painting Blog Posts serve as a visual idea bank. You can see how products are used in real-life transformations and then pick up the paints, transfers, and whatever else is needed to recreate similar looks.
✓ It’s giftable – The Gift Card option means you can easily introduce a fellow DIYer to the shop, which is especially appealing for birthdays and holidays when you’re not sure what colours or products they already own.
How Regained Relics Streamlines Your Next Project
Imagine planning your next furniture makeover start to finish in one sitting:
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Choose your paint system
Decide whether this piece wants the smooth, modern feel of Fusion Mineral Paint, the soft, chalky Alchemy Limestone Chalk Style finish, or the character-rich movement of Milk Paint by Fusion. -
Add prep and finish products
From surface prep to topcoats, grab the Fusion and Posh Chalk coatings designed to protect and enhance your particular paint choice. -
Pick your tools and/or kit
Browse the Applicators and DIY Kits to stock up on project-ready brushes, rollers, and accessories—no trial-and-error mix of dollar-store tools. -
Design the details
Elevate the piece with WoodUbend mouldings, Redesign with Prima decor transfers, stencils, and decoupage papers. -
Download a tutorial if you want extra guidance
Grab a DIY Digital Download Tutorial that walks you through similar techniques to build your confidence before you start.
Checkout once. Wait for one shipment. Then spend your weekend actually creating instead of shopping.
Special Offers & Buyer-Friendly Policies
Regained Relics leans into making experimentation more accessible:
- Free Shipping: Available on orders over $100, helping you stock up on multiple project supplies at once.
- First-Order Savings: Use code FIRST10 for 10% off your first order, ideal if you’re switching to Fusion, Alchemy, or Milk Paint by Fusion for the first time.
- Value Bundles: DIY Bundles are specifically priced lower than buying components individually, so your budget stretches further.
This pricing structure is especially attractive for small furniture flippers and side-hustle makers who need to protect their margins while still using quality products.
A Quiet Nudge to Start That Project You’ve Been Putting Off
Every upcycler has “that” piece—the one sitting in the garage, basement, or spare room, patiently waiting for its turn. The biggest barrier usually isn’t skill; it’s having the right products on hand and the confidence to start.
Regained Relics gives you both: curated supplies, coordinated systems, and tutorials that speak directly to furniture painters and décor DIYers.
If you’re ready to stop scrolling past other people’s before-and-afters and start creating your own, now is the moment to line up everything you need in one place.
Ready to Turn Your Next Thrift Find Into a Showpiece?
Explore all the curated collections—paints, coatings, mouldings, stencils, decoupage papers, kits, tutorials, and more—and build your next project from start to finish in a single cart.
Start shopping now at:
https://regainedrelics.ca/collections
Before - Outdated Honey Oak
Tired of the oak wood look in your kitchen?
Maybe, it's time for a change!
After - A Warm and Inviting Kitchen
This look really warms up a kitchen . I used Cathedral Taupe with a Cappaccino Stain wipe
Before - A Very Dark Kitchen
Dark wood cupboards can make a kitchen look smaller and more dingy.
After - Pure White Brightens Up a Kitchen So Much
My client chose Snowdrop, a pure white and she was thrilled with the outcome.
Before - Beautiful But Dated
This kitchen had beautiful wooden cupboards but the client wanted a updated look.
After - An Amazing Transformation
The client decided to add some ship lapping on the outside of the counter area and went with white and black with a glossy topcoat.
Before - An Outdated Look
This client wanted their kitchen to have a fresh modern look.
After - Solid Color Modernizes
Just by painting the cupboards and the trim all white made the kitchen look so much more modern. And adding new hardware finished off the look.
Before - Dark Cupboards
The client here was so tired of the dark look to the kitchen and wanted some fresh color.
After - A Beautiful Blue
She chose a beautiful blue that looked amazing with her floors, counter and appliances.