Is furniture restoration worth it?

• <div><p>Not always—heavily worn or broken furniture often isn’t worth repairing or refinishing (if it’s even possible). While some damage can be repaired and some of the visual appeal restored, major flaws, such as structural issues, can’t be fixed as easily. If you still want a cost-saving furniture refinishing project rather than purchasing all new, consider shopping for similar secondhand pieces at thrift stores, garage sales, and estate sales.</p></div>

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Q: Is furniture restoration worth it?

• <div><p>Not always&mdash;heavily worn or broken furniture often isn&rsquo;t worth repairing or refinishing (if it&rsquo;s even possible). While some damage can be repaired and some of the visual appeal restored, major flaws, such as structural issues, can&rsquo;t be fixed as easily. If you still want a cost-saving furniture refinishing project rather than purchasing all new, consider shopping for similar secondhand pieces at thrift stores, garage sales, and estate sales.</p></div>

Q: How long does wood filler take to dry?

• <div><p>It can take as little as 30 to 60 minutes for wood filler to dry, but some products take up to four hours. Always read labels to ensure you're following the manufacturer&rsquo;s instructions. Water-based wood fillers typically take longer to dry than oil-based or epoxy-wood fillers, especially when applied to large areas or deep cracks. Wood putty won&rsquo;t dry completely, remaining slightly pliable.</p></div>

Q: Do you have to apply polyurethane to butcher block countertops?

• <div><p>No, you don't have to apply polyurethane to butcher block countertops. Polyurethane sealant is a long-lasting finish for a butcher block counter, but its application also requires thoroughly sanding the surface multiple times. Other materials, such as mineral oil, require less work but must be applied more frequently.</p></div>

Q: Is there a wood filler that looks like wood?

• <div><p>Yes, there are several wood filler products on the market that look like wood. Your best bet is to take a cabinet door to your local hardware store to match the appropriate wood filler to your door. Some brands make filler that is masked to look like wood and can also be sanded, cut, stained, and painted. </p></div>

Q: Can I DIY?

• <div><p>Yes, you can tackle small rooms yourself if you're handy and have a flat, clean subfloor to work with. But seams must be sealed properly, or the barrier will fail. Any gaps will let moisture sneak through and defeat the purpose of installing this more expensive type of carpet padding. For larger rooms or areas, professional installation is usually worth the extra cost.</p></div>

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Last update on October 18, 2025

Reviewed in June 2014
I had a good experience.They did the whole first floor of my home and they sanded all the floors down to the original wood, they restained all of the wood and then they refinished the stained wood with two coats of polyurethane. They also refinished the molding around so it was a fairly big job....
Quality Floor & Home - Carpet One
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Reviewed in January 2014
I have been moved by multiple companies and this company is absolutely incredible. We didn't have to worry or stress about anything. He moved a few heavy things for us for free, that we didn't have on the list. This company is one of the best moving companies I have ever used. He was very...
Fountain Moving Services
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Reviewed in September 2013
We moved out of our old house and wanted to get it ready to rent. It was quite a job, as the big furniture hadn't been moved in 10 years and we have a long-haired cat. Gail and her crew did an exceptional job. They cleaned out all the window sills, bathrooms, kitchen (including the fridge,...
B G & C Cleaning
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Reviewed in August 2013
Two movers showed up exactly on time to move our furniture and everything we had packed in boxes (they will pack for you, but we did it ourselves). They were wonderful. Extremely polite and professional. They took good care of our things, wrapping everything well. They worked quickly and...
Motivated Movers of Birmingham
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Reviewed in March 2013
It went very well. We did a walkthrough to go over the problem areas to be addressed. They started the work; they showed me how they were progressing; and they did an awesome job moving the furniture and putting it back in place. We did a final walkthrough; I was pleased; I was handed an...
Clawes Carpets Inc
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Reviewed in January 2013
I had used two men and a truck several times in the past while living in Georgia for short distance moves. They were always very good and outperformed their estimates. I have also moved several times in my life with various large PROFESSIONAL moving companies. This move turned out to be the...
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK Birmingham
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Reviewed in October 2012
I just purchased my first home. I saved for years and put everything I had into this house. I hired him to paint 2 bedrooms. I told him I was moving in Saturday 29th and that it had to be completed by Friday 28th. He didn't even start until 3pm on Friday afternoon and claimed he got sick and...
Sean D Brooks
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