Can I refinish my own furniture?

• <div><p>It is possible to refinish your own furniture, but it’s usually a good idea to leave the work to the professionals. Furniture refinishing often requires the use of paint stripper or solvents to remove existing finish, which can be dangerous to inhale. Additionally, it’s easy to make mistakes during the process that could permanently damage your piece, limiting its lifespan instead of extending it. Hiring a furniture refinishing professional is especially worthwhile for antique furniture, which often requires more delicate refinishing work.</p></div>

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Q: How do I maintain built-in furniture?

• <div><p>Clean regularly, avoid overloading shelves, and address scratches or dents promptly.</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: Does wood stain go bad?

• <div><p>Wood stain does go bad, but it will last in the can for between three and six years, provided you use proper storage techniques. Storing wood stain in open containers or in extremely low or high temperatures will cause your wood stain to become unusable much more quickly. Water- and latex-based wood stains typically last for just two to four years, while oil-based wood stains can last for three to six years. </p></div>

Q: Can I refinish my own furniture?

• <div><p>It is possible to refinish your own furniture, but it&rsquo;s usually a good idea to leave the work to the professionals. Furniture refinishing often requires the use of paint stripper or solvents to remove existing finish, which can be dangerous to inhale. Additionally, it&rsquo;s easy to make mistakes during the process that could permanently damage your piece, limiting its lifespan instead of extending it. Hiring a furniture refinishing professional is especially worthwhile for antique furniture, which often requires more delicate refinishing work.</p></div>

Q: How do you refinish a table top without stripping it?

• <div><p>It is possible to refinish a table without stripping and sanding it by repairing small dents. You&rsquo;ll use a gel stain, and then put on a wipe-on finish. The downside is this won't result in as smooth and as deep of a finish as if you had stripped the table. Also, any blemishes on your table will remain. </p></div>

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Last update on October 31, 2025

Reviewed in May 2021
They worked in the rain. Looks great from the ground. Left debris from gutter on the ground and forgot to put patio furniture back in itâ s place. Overall good.
Leaf Home Bath
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Reviewed in May 2019
Ark Restoration was recommended by our insurance company after water damaged our wood kitchen floor in early December 2018. They were at our home in a couple of hours and worked late into the evening to pull out the damaged flooring and minimize additional damage. They worked with our schedule...
Ark Restoration
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Reviewed in May 2017
Excellent service. Worked quickly & efficiently - packing, unpacking & set-up. They took care of our of our furniture as well as both houses. I highly recommend them.
Crown Transfer And Storage
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Reviewed in August 2014
Mr. Doug Garrett and his son took very good care of my furniture and were very professional with their work. I was impressed with how they handled themselves as well as my furniture and would use them again for delivery and setup of any furniture I purchased.
NO SWEAT XPRESS MOVING
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Reviewed in December 2013
The first table is solid cherry and had been stored in a Maine garage for years. Two legs had been detached, the extension mechanism did not function; the table and four leaves were marred and needed refinishing. The second table is solid cherry acquired at a flee market. It is a drop leaf...
Cooper'S Furniture Repair
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Reviewed in March 2013
J.C. Skinner did a fantastic job refinishing our hardwood floors! When we called him for a quote, he responded immediately and even came over on a Sunday afternoon to look at our place and give us an estimate. His quote of $1350 covered refinishing approximately 500 sq feet of ...
J C Skinner Flooring Co
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Reviewed in June 2011
My furniture arrived damaged, and I pointed this out to them before they left. He said he would bring touch up pins, and come out in the future. I had my daughter write out a paper stating the damage. We printed it out, and he refused to sign in. I have not heard from them. They also...
U-Haul International Inc
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Reviewed in October 2008
We waited 2-3 weeks with no word. I called the store several times and was told by Ms. Densmore that, "I just forgot to re-order, I'll take care of it now," "I haven't decided whether to order replacements or send someone to repair it," "I haven't had time to do anything about it".... During...
DENSMORE FURNITURE & APPLIANCE INC
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