Does antique furniture lose its value if you refinish it?

• <div><p>Yes, refinishing can decrease or even diminish the value of antique furniture, as most collectors look for original finishes to maintain the piece’s historical integrity. Learning <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-clean-antique-wood.htm">how to clean antique wood</a> and carefully restore the finish without stripping it is the best way to maintain the piece’s original value. Either way, it’s best to take it to a professional furniture refinishing and restoration expert rather than attempting a DIY restoration.</p></div>

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Q: Are there environmental benefits to resurfacing instead of replacing surfaces?

• <div><p>Refinishing reduces landfill waste, minimizes resource extraction impacts, and uses fewer raw materials than new installations.</p></div>

Q: How long does it take to restore or refinish furniture?

• <div><p>Restoring furniture generally takes less time because the fixes involved are mostly surface-level cosmetic repairs. In most cases, a project like this will be completed in one to two days at most. By contrast, refinishing can take anywhere from several days to a couple of weeks because it requires sanding and treating damaged wood, adding a new stain, finish, or layer of paint, and drying time. </p></div>

Q: Can you permanently seal butcher block countertops?

• <div><p>You can certainly seal butcher block countertops, but not permanently. Due to the nature of the materials, it will require resurfacing down the line. This is true no matter what you use to seal the countertop, including polyurethane and mineral oil. Polyurethane will last until the countertop is damaged in some way, and mineral oil should be reapplied every two to three months. To maximize the longevity of the polyurethane sealer, apply two coats. </p></div>

Q: What causes wood furniture to bubble up?

• <div><p>When water penetrates wood, the wood swells, causing the wood and veneer to separate. This separation creates bubbles on the surface of your furniture. If water spills on wood veneer, it needs to be dried ASAP. Surface spills can cause minor damages like white spots and blushing, but if you&rsquo;re slow to action, you&rsquo;re looking at more work&mdash;and spending&mdash;to restore your wood veneer.</p></div>

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Reviewed in March 2010
I was at first taken aback by the the price quoted for the repair and refinish, but after receiving the finished product, I was completely satisfied. The work done was beautiful and way better than anything I could have done myself. I will use them again to refinish an old table I own.
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Reviewed in August 2013
Michael made and appointment to meet and discuss the project. He was on time and professional. He discussed in detail what he could do and the results we could expect. He gave a price range for the work that was acceptable. We set a projected date to begin the work (several weeks in the future...
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Reviewed in January 2009
They do wonderful work. You just have to understand that they work slowly, but it is worth it. It is a school for the mentally handicapped, so you are helping the community as well.
LYNNDALE INC
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Reviewed in January 2009
They do wonderful and beautiful work but you pay for what you get. They are very quick, within 2 or 3 days you have your furniture back.
Furniture Doctor Inc
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Reviewed in August 2011
Called for an estimate on the labor, the gentlemen was prompt and very courteous. They offered to pickup and deliver the furniture at no additional cost. I was quoted 2-weeks and that is how long it took; from pickup to delivery.
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