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 refinish over top of refinishing oil?

• <div><p>No. Once you apply refinishing oil, it will continue to seep into the wood, making it difficult or impossible to refinish over top of it. Since the product contains an oil that&rsquo;s meant to penetrate existing finishes, almost anything you put on top of it will bring the previous layer of stain with it. If you plan to refinish your cabinets more than once, it&rsquo;s a good idea to go with the traditional method of sanding before applying a new finish to the surface.</p></div>

Q: How do you know if you can refinish a table?

• <div><p>A good way to determine that a table is not worth refinishing is if it's painted. Often they are painted to cover up flaws with the wood you won't be able to fix. You want a good, solid wood table that just needs a facelift rather than a rickety wood table with a lot of problems. </p></div>

Q: How long does bed assembly take?

• <div><p>Most bed assemblies take 1-3 hours, depending on design and complexity.</p></div>

Q: Can I DIY?

• <div><p>Yes, you can tackle small rooms yourself if you're handy and have a flat, clean subfloor to work with. But seams must be sealed properly, or the barrier will fail. Any gaps will let moisture sneak through and defeat the purpose of installing this more expensive type of carpet padding. For larger rooms or areas, professional installation is usually worth the extra cost.</p></div>

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Reviewed in January 2025
Hands down the most professional company I have ever hired. Jonathan and his team went far and beyond making sure the jobs was done professionally and clean. Making sure all my furniture was covered and floors. He paining the inside of my house, outside, pressure washed my home and my driveway....
Jonathan Vega's Painting
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Reviewed in January 2020
My move coordinator, Robert Arrowsmith, was amazing. Isaac's subcontracted to Shleppers Movers for the move from Long Island City. 3 movers showed up and were packed everything that hadn't been packed. They were courteous and effiicient. Movers from Isaac's delivered the furniture and were very...
Isaac's Moving & Storage
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Reviewed in April 2015
Al and his helper arrived on time every day. They were clean painters, and moved all the furniture to paint and then moved it back into place. They were so pleasant to have in my home and as much as I hated the ordeal, I honestly enjoyed them. The grand prize: Al did an outstanding paint...
Builders & Painters Associates
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Reviewed in July 2014
Do not trust this company. Horrible. My brand new car was covered in pool plaster because they didn't move the machine to mix it and set it right next to my mustang in the drive way. Our furniture has spray deck all over it. And our patio has cement all over it
Sabine Pools & Spas
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Reviewed in January 2014
It came out better than expected. It took him and his crew one day. Our old piece of furniture looks like new. The piece of 7 foot granite is beautiful. We have hired Him to make a railing for our stairs.
LEGER'S CABINET SHOP INC
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Reviewed in September 2013
I hired them twice first time went well cost $180 second time 2 years later moved same furniture same distance told $200 after the move they demanded $400 or no furniture I paid went into their office next day to find out why they would not talk to me only saying I got my moneys worth.My fault...
Iberia Office Supply
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Reviewed in December 2012
Kenneth is a very nice very informed man. he is an expert in furniture restoration & different types of wood. He is finishing each piece of my grandmothers bedroom set. he is currently working on the bed.
Abacus Furniture Restoration
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Reviewed in June 2012
Difficulty in communication. Missed appointments. Wanted payment before job was inspected. Did not return to correct problems. In 4 years have had to repair hardwood floors twice due to improper installation (nailed too tightly and buckled). Will need to refinish floors in the next year or...
Joseph Clifton Janitorial Service
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Reviewed in May 2010
The young man showed up completely unprepared. He did a quick look around and asked what we were wanting done. Oddly enough, all he did was complain throughout the experience (he'll have to move furniture, etc.). He didn't even bring a pen or piece of paper with him and never quoted us a price....
Superior Interiors
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Reviewed in February 2009
The cleaning of my house was really just a superficial cleaning. They do not clean behind furniture (even the microwave) or dust in places higher than about 5 feet. They seem to merely wipe the shower floor and walls. The ladies go through the motions, cleaning the same places every time, with...
The Maids of Lafayette
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