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Easy Does It Furniture Repair, Restoration & Custom Carpentry

Furniture Refinishing, Woodworking, Furniture - Custom Made,

About us

I am a seasoned furniture repair, restoration & refinishing professional as well as bring you 20+ years of custom furniture design/build carpentry. If it's made out of wood - my staff and I can build it, repair it, refinish it or restore it! We specialize in contemporary, vintage and antique furniture repair/restoration as well as furniture design/builds. Your old furniture can virtually look new again. You will find that we very reliable and offer competitive pricing. Let our furniture repair/restoration, refinishing and design/build expertise make your house a happier home. You get a no hassle per job quote. I personally return all calls and am available 24/7. Give me a call today at (312) 914-6087. You will be THRILLED did*** ------------------------------------------------------------- P.S. I service the North Side of Chicago, Northwest Side of Chicago, Gold Coast, Downtown/Loop, Oak Park, Norridge, Edison Park, Park Ridge, Morton Grove, Des Plaines, Skokie, Evanston, Palatine, Arlington Hgts, North Suburbs, Northwest Suburbs, Dupage County and West Suburbs of Chicago.

Business highlights

Eco Friendly
Family owned & operated
Emergency services offered
LGBTQ+ Friendly
24 years of experience

Services we offer

Contemporary, Vintage & Antique Furniture Repair, Restoration and Refinishing. Custom Design/Build Carpentry including Desks, Tables, Trunks, Work Stations, Platform Bed Frames, Kitchen Islands, Shelving, Seating, Closet Systems, Mantels and Carpentry of All Kinds. Design/Build All Types of Furniture on Spec.

Services we don't offer

Upholstery, canning and leather repair.

Amenities

Eco Friendly Accreditations

Yes

Emergency Services

Yes

Free Estimates

Yes

Warranties

Yes

Senior Discount

please ask...

Accepted Payment Methods

  • American Express
  • PayPal
  • Financing Available
  • Check
  • Visa
  • MasterCard
Reviews
4.989 Reviews
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Nicola C.
Nov 2024
4.0
Furniture Refinishing
Yes, I recommend this pro
$600
It took a bit of effort, but our corner sofa piece was repaired. We're very happy with the results

Keith D.
Jan 2023
5.0
Furniture Refinishing
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,472
Our kitchen table chairs and table legs were over 30 years old. The finish was peeling and needed significant refinishing work. We worked with Marcus and we could not be happier with the result. The refinished furniture looks as good or better than the original finish. We would highly recommend this refinishing service.

Margot D.
Sep 2021
5.0
Furniture Refinishing, Closet Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Easy Does It Furniture Repair and Restoration is beyond fabulous! My beautiful oak roll top desk was damaged during a recent cross country move and I was concerned that it was beyond repair. Fortunately, Marcus and the crew at Easy Does It put my worries to rest. They did an incredible job on the repair and they also refurbished and fixed scratches and marks that I didn't even ask them to do. They are totally professional and also very nice. I'd recommend Easy Does It without reservation for any repair you may need on your dearest and most valuable family treasures!

Joyce R.
Jul 2021
5.0
Furniture Refinishing
Yes, I recommend this pro
$120
Marcus responded immediately to my inquiry. I had 2 wooden chairs. They were repaired like new. I would go back for future repairs.

MARK G.
Nov 2020
5.0
Woodworking
Yes, I recommend this pro
$65
OUTSTANDING! EXCELLENT WORK & CUSTOMER SERVICE!

Karl F.
Oct 2020
5.0
Furniture Refinishing, Woodworking
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
I needed a leg on my coffee table repaired because my son decided to sit on it. The leg ripped out the laminate along with the holes for the screws. It was a disaster, but Marc was able to fix it, and even made the bond stronger with an epoxy. They are easy to work with and I have (twice now) been happy with the results. I assume the price is fine? I did not really look anywhere else after my first experience went so well with a chair repair.

Jenny K.
Aug 2020
5.0
Woodworking
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
Really well. Marcus was very easy to deal with, his repairs were terrific, and his price very reasonable. I would definitely use him for furniture repairs again.

Mike M.
Apr 2020
5.0
Furniture Refinishing, Woodworking
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
Glider needed to be refinished due to severe weathering. It is metal and wood. Labor intensive to take it apart and refinish the wooden slats. Marc did a great job. The glider looks like new. It did take a lot longer than was originally estimated. Price was fine. I would hire him again.

Matthew G.
Feb 2020
5.0
Furniture Refinishing
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
Excellent. Quick reply to my query, nice estimate, done in a reasonable amount of time, they let me know when work was done, friendly service, excellent value, and quality work.

Dean G.
Dec 2019
5.0
Furniture Refinishing
Yes, I recommend this pro
$680
I contacted Easy Does It in July about refinishing my pieces, one of which traveled in a covered wagon with my ancestors but had been relegated to my grandparents' garage where my grandfather used it as a saw stand and allowed paint and varnish to spill all over it. The veneer had also cracked in places. Original ceramic knobs were dirty and the original wood wheels were covered in crud. The other piece was a plant stand that had severe water damage. Marcus was friendly and enthusiastic about my pieces and quoted me $600 to fix both of them. I told him I didn't need the pieces until Thanksgiving and he was happy to accommodate my weird schedule. Over the next few months we were in touch, along with his team, and the mystery of the little piece that lived in the garage unfolded. Marcus discovered the top of the piece lifted and with approval from me, he and his team selected a gorgeous felt to install in the drawer and also installed a mirror on the flip top. They also brought in a locksmith who was able to date the piece and fix the lock and make a new key. Communication was easy and prompt. The work was top-of-the-line and I have other pieces that traveled by covered wagon that I want Easy Does It to repair. The end cost for my two pieces was $680, which was all approved and absolutely worth it. I cannot even recognize my little table as the battered piece that went in. You'd never know water ever touched the plant stand either. Stunning work! Marcus and his team understand antiques and their owners.

Rusty R.
Nov 2019
5.0
Furniture Refinishing, Woodworking
Yes, I recommend this pro
Every part of the process was great. The estimate was done via photo on phone, and they were able to meet my timeframe to have a chair in time for Thanksgiving. I would gladly use them again, and I would recommend them to anyone.

Beth D.
May 2019
5.0
Furniture Refinishing, Woodworking
Yes, I recommend this pro
$600
Marcus is very professional and easy to deal with. He responds to your questions and concerns promptly. We had the frame of our leather couch rebuilt. It had cracked. He was able to rebuild the couch so we did not have to replace it, The butler's table was a craigslist find that was falling apart. He was able to breathe new life into it again, He replaced the hinges and refinished the top of the table.

George H.
May 2019
5.0
Furniture - Custom Made
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
Marcus had previously modified a wall unit which I reviewed here in May of last year under 'Furniture - Finishing & Repair'. I'm moving, and I realized that at the new house, it will be possible to see the top of the wall unit from the stairs. When originally purchased, the wall unit was not ordered with finished tops because I'm currently in a one story house. In the new house, it wouldn't look nice seen from the stairs. Marcus made some thin plywood toppers for the wall units. They are stained/painted a color that is very close to the cherry used in the wall units. He was very communicative through out the entire process and recently delivered the new toppers. They turned out great and will work out very well in the new home once I move. I can hardly recommend Marcus enough. He's very nice to work with and does high quality work. Plus, he takes on jobs that few (or no) others would do.

Michael C.
Apr 2019
5.0
Furniture Refinishing
Yes, I recommend this pro
Unfortunatlely, the work was out of Easy Does It Furniture's scope, but they were very responsive and courteous. If I had any need for furniture repair, I would reach out to them first. Great, courteous contractor, highly recommend!

JENNIFER K.
Feb 2019
5.0
Furniture - Custom Made
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,575
Marcus was amazing! Based on a photo I found online of a drawing table I liked, Marcus created a piece that exceeded my expectations!
Response from Easy Does It Furniture Repair, Restoration & Custom Carpentry

"Wonderful client and a very fun design/build. The client had a clear vision of what she wanted. We tweaked a few Design elements and built a custom cabinet featuring five drawers. Another happy client... really makes my day"


Jeff D.
Dec 2018
5.0
Furniture Refinishing, Woodworking + 1 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
Marcus @ Easy Does It Furniture Restoration is a Guru of a Cabinet Surgeon! I found a 500 pound, 8 1/2 foot tall armoire that was the perfect fit for the 2nd floor of my classic Chicago row house. Unfortunately, moving the piece into the building & up the staircase was not a perfect fit. Six men where unable to maneuver the beast into place. After letting the armoire sitting wrapped in a tarp on the front porch for many weeks, I knew something had to be done. After calling Easy Does It Restoration, Marcus came to the South side of the city (on a Saturday; no less). Within a few hours, Marcus delicately carved the cabinet into sections that would easily be navigated through 3 doorways & a 90 degree pin-turn at the top of the staircase. Watching the Furniture Doctor in action was fascinating; 4 types of saws, chisels, wedges & drafting tools. It was similar to watching a Chef filet a large fish. Marcus truly is an artist & has empathy for the preservation of history & familiar/sentimental value. A Gem. A rare find.

Ellen W.
Nov 2018
5.0
Furniture Refinishing
Yes, I recommend this pro
I had an older table top and a butcher block cart refinished. They are both beautiful!--much more so than I expected. Marcus and his assistant are wonderful workmen, and wonderful people to work with. The next time I need something refinished, these are the folks I will call.

LISA J.
Oct 2018
5.0
Furniture Refinishing
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000
We'd bought a wooden kitchen table 8x5 about 10 yrs ago. It had not been refinished in all that time and badly needed it. Around July 10th, Marcus and a friend took the table top (he detached the top and reassembled it afterwards ). I got it back around Sept 24th. Yes, it was a looong time eating off plywood boards but the wait was worth it. Table turned out better than I expected. Marcus takes great pride in his workmanship. I waited until now to review as I wanted to see how the finish would hold up under my husband's use. He is a great cook and takes his culinary arts seriously..which means food and stains all over the place. Table cleans up beautifully. Couldn't be happy with outcome.
Response from Easy Does It Furniture Repair, Restoration & Custom Carpentry

"This was a huge table to refinish. We sealed it with multiple coats of Danish Oil - and he looked screaming beautiful. And, like the client said..."the table cleans up beautifully." Another very happy Easy Does it Furniture customer!"


Richard K.
Oct 2018
5.0
Furniture Refinishing
Yes, I recommend this pro
$650
Marcus rebuilt the underside, adding support and stability, and refinished the legs to match the existing finish perfectly. The couch is beautiful and comfortable again. We are delighted with his expert restoration and highly recommend him.
Response from Easy Does It Furniture Repair, Restoration & Custom Carpentry

"Most folks would have thrown out this couch. But, I brought it back to life...almost as good as new. The customer was thrilled. Sure made my day!"


Joanne H.
Sep 2018
5.0
Furniture Refinishing
Yes, I recommend this pro
Although the job took a bit longer than anticipated, the work was done beautifully and I highly recommend this company! Very reasonable price, prompt, professional and very skilled.

Barb E.
Aug 2018
5.0
Furniture Refinishing
Yes, I recommend this pro
Marcus did an amazing job restoring my pieces of furniture. I am so glad that I had the job done! Both pieces look wonderful and are back in my living room.
Response from Easy Does It Furniture Repair, Restoration & Custom Carpentry

"The vintage end table, with beautiful ornate inlays, was a thrill to work on. I sealed it with multiple coats of urethane. The mahogany grain looked stunning."


Irina S.
Aug 2018
5.0
Furniture Refinishing
Yes, I recommend this pro
Communication with Marcus was excellent before, during, and after our couch repair. He provided a fair estimate for our broken couch based on the photos we sent. Once he started the repair, he found that there would be more work needed to be done. Marcus continued to communicate his progress, and what he was fixing and why. He stayed positive, even though the damages were more extensive than we had originally thought. He was able to fix our couch and we couldn’t be happier. He also followed up shortly after to ensure everything was in order. We highly recommend Marcus for furniture repair and will be calling him if we need future repairs.
Response from Easy Does It Furniture Repair, Restoration & Custom Carpentry

"Couch repairs can be pretty tough and tricky. The interior framing had failed and needed to be secured back in place as well as new framing added. Additionally, the springs had all come loose. I fashioned new brackets for the springs and secured them back in place, closed the bottom of the couch and success!"


Adrian C.
Jul 2018
5.0
Furniture Refinishing
Yes, I recommend this pro
$390
Marcus did an excellent job. I no longer to tell my friends not to sit on specific chairs. I am confident that they will last for a while. He also returned emails and telephone calls in a timely manner. And he showed up when promised ! I would highly recommend him and would hire again.
Response from Easy Does It Furniture Repair, Restoration & Custom Carpentry

"The 5 Duncan Phyfe dining room chairs were all pretty wobbly in every direction. I examined the joinery on each chair and used a number of proprietary methods to secure each joint. I like to say that I am kind of an Orthopedic when it comes to chair and furniture repairs. The customer was a pleasure to do business with. Oh, I touched-up each chair, with matching stain too, at no charge...."


George H.
Jun 2018
5.0
Furniture Refinishing, Furniture - Custom Made
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
I had a custom made, 5 section wall unit. The center section was significantly deeper and was originally built to house a 32" CRT TV. Since I was not going to put a TV in the wall unit anymore, I wanted to dispose of the center section and push the remaining 4 sections together. Unfortunately, the remaining sections that had been next to the TV section had mitered moldings and unfinished edges that left gaps when they were pushed together. I contacted a few customer furniture/repair companies and none wanted to take on the job. When Marcus looked at it, he said he could definitely fix the problem. He was very communicative once he took the sections to his shop and triple checked exactly what I wanted before making any modifications. He delivered the modified sections yesterday and I'm very happy with the result. I was certain I'd have to either live with the ridiculous looking gaps or dispose of those two sections. The modifications Marcus made give the wall unit the continuous lines on the molding that I was looking for. I can definitely recommend Marcus. He was a pleasure to work with and does excellent, high quality work.
Response from Easy Does It Furniture Repair, Restoration & Custom Carpentry

"Modifying the customer's wall units was like major surgery, i.e., lots of finite cuts and assembly. The customer, as you might tell from the above review, was thrilled with my craftsmanship. I was thrilled with the results."


Kelly O.
May 2018
5.0
Furniture Refinishing
Yes, I recommend this pro
I called Marcus for a quote on a repair - he picked up the phone and was able to tell me right away that he didn't offer what I was looking for, but he referred me to another business that might be able to help. I appreciate his willingness to help!
Response from Easy Does It Furniture Repair, Restoration & Custom Carpentry

"I don't offer upholstery services. Yet have a couple really excellent sources I can refer folks to. I'm always willing to help. Angieslist is a fabulous resource!"

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FAQ

Easy Does It Furniture Repair, Restoration & Custom Carpentry is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
Monday: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM Friday: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed
Easy Does It Furniture Repair, Restoration & Custom Carpentry accepts the following forms of payment: American Express, PayPal, Financing Available, Check, Visa, MasterCard
Yes, Easy Does It Furniture Repair, Restoration & Custom Carpentry offers free project estimates.
Yes, Easy Does It Furniture Repair, Restoration & Custom Carpentry offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Easy Does It Furniture Repair, Restoration & Custom Carpentry does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Easy Does It Furniture Repair, Restoration & Custom Carpentry offers emergency services.
Yes, Easy Does It Furniture Repair, Restoration & Custom Carpentry offers warranties.
Easy Does It Furniture Repair, Restoration & Custom Carpentry offers the following services: Contemporary, Vintage & Antique Furniture Repair, Restoration and Refinishing. Custom Design/Build Carpentry including Desks, Tables, Trunks, Work Stations, Platform Bed Frames, Kitchen Islands, Shelving, Seating, Closet Systems, Mantels and Carpentry of All Kinds. Design/Build All Types of Furniture on Spec.
Upholstery, canning and leather repair.

Contact Information

5659 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60634

Service Hours

Sunday:Closed
Monday:9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday:9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday:9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday:9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday:9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Saturday:Closed
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