Water, silicone polish and kitchen-cupboard cures often do more harm than grime. Here's how to dust, clean and wax antique wood without stripping its patina.

Black jet beads, woven hair and carved symbols carried Victorian grief. Learn how to identify materials, read mourning motifs and judge what affects value.

A practical guide to haggling politely at British antiques fairs, from opening phrases and fair offers to payment, receipts and when to walk away.