My Dad’s Roll Top Desk
This is the before and after of my roll top desk. My dad obtained it during the 1930’s and used it daily till the 70’s. The dark color is the result of oxidation and atmosphere soil. When I relocated to …
December 2018
Baby Rocker Restored
With a baby on the way, our customer brought in this child’s rocker to see if it could be restored. It was in pieces, the caned seat shot and one leg held together with string. Before any repairs are made, …
Corner Desk Salvaged
Sometimes people wonder if damaged pieces are salvageable. This corner desk was one such piece. It suffered from water damage – loose veneer, warped wood, missing trip pieces, drawer fronts off their drawers, damaged finish. After stripping the remaining finish, …
Repairing a Damaged Headboard
An old headboard and foot board came to us with severe veneer damage and loose or missing trim. The photo clearly shows the damaged veneer that needed to be replaced. The damage is cut out with straight lines and the …
Restoring a Tea Cart
Surprise! A family heirloom, this tea cart was graciously lent to a friend for an extended length of time. They accepted his offer to refinish the cart never expecting it to be returned with a white crackle finish. We were …