Who says hope chests are just for storing extra comforters? From intricately-carved cedar chests to sleek mid-century designs, vintage hope chests have gone up in value among collectors and interior ...

In the thrift store, there's always the exciting possibility that you'll come across an expensive antique for just a couple of bucks — making all those hours scouring the racks worth it. That recently ...

Lane Home Furnishings has issued a recall for 6.5 million cedar chests made between 1912 and 1987 because the locks on the chests are not childproof. The Tupelo-based furniture company issued the ...

This is the first time I think I have bought something I think is an antique. I bought a cedar chest made by The Roos Mfg. Co. at a thrift store in Minneapolis for $100. I am hoping you will give me ...

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Editor’s note: This column was originally published Aug. 14, 2017. Dear Helaine and Joe: I inherited this chest, which appears to be cedar-lined. It is 26 inches high, 52 inches long and 28 inches ...