Why is my wood furniture sticky?

• <div><p>Wood furniture gets sticky when dirt and grime accumulate on the surface. Sometimes, wax coatings and oils are the culprit, but other times, it’s a sign that the finish is failing, and no amount of <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-clean-wood-furniture.htm">cleaning your wood furniture</a> will help. Varnish and lacquer can both get sticky as they age, and in this case, you’ll need to refinish the wood to stop the issue.</p></div>

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Q: What kind of paper is used to wrap furniture?

• <div><p>Paper moving pads, also called furniture wrapping paper or paper moving blankets, are sheets of recycled paper used to protect various items during moving. Similar to traditional moving blankets, paper pads are also reusable, making them a sustainable and cost-effective option for protecting your belongings during the moving process. Although they&rsquo;re recycled, they still provide excellent protection against dust, dirt, and scratches.</p></div>

Q: Do you need to remove the stain before refinishing?

• <div><p>Removing the original paint or stain before refinishing is a good idea, as it ensures the new finish bonds strongly to the wood. If you skip the stripping or sanding step, the new finish may peel or flake away from the railing easily. Using a wood stripper will completely remove the old stain or paint while sanding will help to prime the surface.</p></div>

Q: How much does professional refinishing cost?

• <div><p>If you have decided that hiring a professional to refinish your floors will be faster and more satisfactory, you can expect to pay between $1,000 and $2,500. To get a better idea of what your hardwood refinishing project will cost with a professional, multiply the project&rsquo;s square footage by the average price of $4 per square foot.</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>

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Last update on October 24, 2025

Reviewed in December 2014
The move went very well. The two gentleman who performed the service did a great job. They were very careful with our furniture. We would definitely use them again.
6th Man Movers
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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 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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Miller Electric and Construction

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Saugahatchee Wood Works

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knapp's construction / painting

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McKim Construction Co

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