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>

Can you condition leather with natural ingredients?

• <div><p>Yes. A good mixture to condition your leather is made from one tablespoon of natural baby soap, a splash of vinegar, and 2 cups of warm water. Mix these ingredients in a bowl and use a microfiber cloth to rub it into the leather in small circles. </p><p>You can apply the same technique with a mixture of one part vinegar and two parts linseed oil. Once you’ve applied this to leather with a cloth, let it sit for 10 minutes before buffing with a small cloth.</p></div>

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Q: What if the dirt doesn’t come off the furniture with the vinegar, water, and dish soap mixture?

• <div><p>Sometimes you will need a stronger cleaning solution to thoroughly clean furniture before painting. It&rsquo;s best to start with a mild solution to avoid damaging the surface, especially if it is an antique piece. If you need to use a stronger mixture, try a commercial cleaner or mineral spirits. Before applying any solution, do a test patch on an inconspicuous area so you don&rsquo;t risk damaging the finish.</p></div>

Q: Can you reverse water damage to a wood table?

• <div><p>Minor water damage on wood tables can be reversed fairly easily. You can remove stains and light surface damage with a sandblock, then repaint and re-varnish the wood surface. For swollen and rotten wood, you can cut away the damaged parts and use a wood filler as long as the affected area isn&rsquo;t too much.</p></div>

Q: What’s the difference between furniture restoration and refinishing?

• <div><p>Furniture restoration involves cleaning and minor cosmetic repairs to restore a piece of furniture to its original condition or as close to it as possible. In some cases, restoration may involve refinishing, but the end goal is still to make the furniture look like it did when it was brand-new. Refinishing furniture involves stripping and sanding away the existing finish and then applying a new finish like polyurethane, which may make the item look quite different from the original condition.</p></div>

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Reviewed in August 2024
Excellent! Movers sorted and moved what I needed from storage and consolidated my smaller unit. They took great care with everything and got all my needed furniture to my house and placed They were friendly and efficient Very good workers and great guys!
CMB Professional Movers
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Reviewed in July 2024
Kevin and Greg were incredible to work with. They showed up on time, were very professional, and did great work. They were extra careful not to damage our furniture and flooring and left the place in great condition. We couldn't be happier and would enthusiastically work with them again in the...
Blondin Renovations
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Reviewed in June 2024
Lou was tremendous to work with. His team replaced 3 carpeted rooms with hardwood to match the existing hardwood everywhere else in our new home. Lou and his son also refinished all the existing hardwood so they look new as well. Lou was very attentive and a great communicator on progress and...
Lou Topia Hardwood Flooring
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Reviewed in August 2023
Nick was excellent with communication and response. Jose and Danny were courteous, respectful, careful and wasted no time. Protected my furniture with such care. The day was very rainy and i was extremely concerned. They put my mind at ease. Great value. Definitely get an A!
Lexel Moving, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2021
Excellent job. Completed in one day and on time. He bagged all the old decking for us, cleaned up everything and even moved all our furniture back on to the deck! Highly recommend. (Also, be prepared for a bit of humor as he works!)
Handy Lous Home Improvements
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Reviewed in October 2020
Marcoux Upholstering did a fantastic job on our 25 year old pieces. We loved the style of our furniture and didn’t want to change it. We shopped around in furniture stores but nothing was grabbing us. So we decided to reupholster our pieces. Best decision we made. The workmanship that Marcoux...
MARCOUX UPHOLSTERY
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Reviewed in May 2019
Raymond and his son worked so hard and on time. Very satisfied with the outcome of my refinish of our cabinets. Totally recommend to everyone.
Homestead Cabinet Design
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Reviewed in June 2015
I was quoted a price of $1,100. and told " At the most it won't go over another $200. The truck they sent was to small it couldn't hold all my furniture, They charged me for storage because in order to take the rest of my furniture they had to put the first load in storage and then come back...
Real Deal Van Lines, Inc.
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Reviewed in June 2015
Josh was prompt, organized & friendly. Protected all floors & immovable furniture (bar). He planned his work for efficiency. Only took breaks to allow paint to dry. The quality of his work is excellent.
Josh's Quality Painting
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Reviewed in February 2015
Scott stands out among people that have worked on our home. He is meticulous, prompt and courteous. He does great work and has a good eye for color. We get a lot of compliments on the paint. He also rearranged our furniture to make the room much more functional and inviting.
Bundy Painting
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