How do I know if my wood furniture is worth refinishing?

• <div><p>Telling the difference between <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-clean-wood-furniture.htm">high-quality wood furniture</a> and lower-quality pieces is challenging, but there are a few sign that indicate whether your furniture is worth repairing:</p><ul><li><p>Push your fingernail into an inconspicuous section of the wood. If it doesn’t leave a dent, it’s likely hardwood and is well worth a repair.</p></li><li><p>Unzip the bottom of couches to look for the structural components. If they’re made of wood rather than particle board, it’s likely worth refinishing.</p></li><li><p>Ask a local furniture repair technician. A reputable professional will let you know if you’re better off replacing rather than refinishing your specific item.</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: Can I use expanding foam to fill rotten wood?

• <div><p>Yes, you can fill rotten wood with expanding foam. You may prefer using an expanding foam treatment instead of wood filler since the latter can take a long time to dry. It may also provide an easier solution when you&rsquo;re dealing with smaller gaps. If you use expanding foam, allow it to cure for about 24 hours before you sand and prime it.</p></div>

Q: What should you not use to clean antique wood?

• <div><p>Stay away from using window cleaners and other harsh cleaning solutions on antique wood&mdash;or any wood in your home for that matter. The pH of the cleaners can break down the finish and permanently damage and stain the wood below. Even when it comes to more durable areas, such as when <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-clean-your-baseboards.htm">cleaning your baseboards</a>, only use cleaning solutions that are safe for porous materials. </p></div>

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: Is it OK to wrap furniture in plastic for storage?

• <div><p>Yes, in most cases it&rsquo;s a good idea to wrap furniture in plastic to protect it from dirt, dust, and damage during storage. However, natural and porous materials such as wood or leather should have breathable fabric covers to prevent moisture damage from condensation. Either way, it&rsquo;s always important to ensure proper ventilation to prevent moisture buildup, especially in humid climates. </p></div>

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Last update on November 13, 2025

Reviewed in June 2024
Rich was professional and completed furniture assembly for me. It was a coffee table with plenty of parts and a lot of steps but he did a great job. I will hire him again.
Mr GO Wrench
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Reviewed in February 2024
The refinishing was done well.
FRAZIER'S FURNITURE REPAIR
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Reviewed in June 2023
After moving the furniture, Jean and Enoch placed padded stickers on all the chairs, tables and furniture, an added benefit for my floors, since I was removing rugs. They were extremely respectful of me, my home and belongings. I am so happy they came into my home. I will proudly tell all of my...
JSM Transport & Hauling LLC
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Reviewed in December 2016
JGM just refinished our twelve year old kitchen cabinets (35 doors and 13 drawers) – they look NEW! They removed the doors, drawer fronts and shelves and refinished them, front and back, in their shop. They enclosed the kitchen in plastic sheeting and meticulously filled in little cracks and...
JGM & Associates Inc
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Reviewed in March 2016
It would be great if all contractors met the standard set by Daniel and his crew. He reponded to our initial call promptly, came out to assess the job, and provided a reasonable estimate. When we had questions, we would E-mail him and he always responded the same day. When it came time to...
Shalom Flooring
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Reviewed in May 2015
Hardwood floor was expertly refinished. Quality of work was excellent and done in a timely manner at a very reasonable price. The refinishing crew were excellent to work with. The floors look spectacular. Our only issue was in the cost of moving and replacing furniture. That cost exceeded...
Annandale Floor Finishers, Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2014
We were extremely pleased with all their suggestions. They listen very well to your likes and dislikes and tailor the plan to your wants and needs. They worked with the furniture store and had a showing there to ensure we were happy with all the pieces and colors. We were also very happy with...
Flair Interior Design
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Reviewed in January 2014
I believed that the antique furniture and restoration business would refinish an antique trunk after seeing all the wonderful work on their website. I was disappointed when I received an email reply that that stated "Sorry, I do not work with trunks." However, based on their site and reviews, I...
Antiques & Furniture Restoration Inc
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Reviewed in September 2013
We purchased a sofa and chair set made by England furniture. The sales people- Richard and Bill were incredibly friendly and helpful in providing information and waiting patiently as we sat in just about every chair/sofa in the store. We ultimately purchased a set from the tent sale they were...
FURNITURE & MORE
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Reviewed in November 2012
Can't remember the date, so that is a plug number. This was such a minimal job. While I didn't expect moving any heavy furniture, there didn't appear to be any spotting at all. I have pets and know how stubborn such stains can be, but normal spots remained. The carpet looked good until it...
Quality Carpet Cleaning Inc
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All Furniture Services® Repair & Restoration

All Furniture Services® Repair & Restoration

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The Professional Team of All Furniture Services® Repair & Restoration is capable of handling, as well as carrying everything necessary to provide immediate on-site furniture disassembling, assembling and all repairs, on wood, leather, vinyl, fabric, upholstery, restorations of antiques, metal, stone, and mechanisms. Methods and products are chosen to make their repairs permanent, invisible and to return furniture to its original or even better condition. On-site or in-shop services offered to all: Manufactures, Stores, Vendors, Warehouses, Designers, Hotels, Restaurants, Construction, Moving, Insurance Companies as well as Individual Customers. We have been at the forefront of the Antique and Modern Repair & Restoration.

"Dmytro is a pro!! He worked very hard to get my recliner back in shape!! Great job Dmytro! Thanks again."

Nancy B on September 2025

"Dmytro is a pro!! He worked very hard to get my recliner back in shape!! Great job Dmytro! Thanks again."

Nancy B on September 2025

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