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>

Will vinegar remove glue from wood?

• <div><p>Yes, vinegar can break down the adhesive bond, effectively dissolving the glue from wood. It will be much easier to wipe away. Vinegar’s acidity, which helps to make it an effective all-purpose cleaner, can also aid in removing adhesive with less chance of damaging the wood and finish than more aggressive solvents. </p></div>

Can wood stain be removed without sanding?

• <div><p>Wood stain remover should remove most, if not all, of that wood stain on its own. While sanding can be a great final step, especially if you’re planning to paint or restrain the wood, it isn’t always required. Following the first three steps of this process can leave you with beautiful results. </p></div>

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Q: How long does it take to refinish furniture?

• <div><p>For small, simple pieces that aren&rsquo;t antiques, a professional furniture refinisher can usually refinish a piece in <b>two to three hours</b>, while larger pieces&mdash;like bed frames and full dining sets&mdash;could take <b>several days</b>. Your refinishing professional should be able to give you an estimated timeline for the work before getting started so that you can plan to be without your furniture during the process. Antique furniture might require additional time and take a week or more to refinish, as they require special care to avoid damage.</p></div>

Q: How long does wood stain last?

• <div><p>Wood stains last anywhere from two to five years, depending on exposure to the elements, your local climate, the type of stain, and the surface it&rsquo;s on. For instance, vertical surfaces last longer than horizontal surfaces. Some types of woods, like dense hardwoods, will require a recoat yearly, as they are too dense for the stain to absorb. In any event, apply a recoat every 2 to 4 years. As for storage, a can of unopened stain can last up to 5 years, though results may vary.</p></div>

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Last update on November 11, 2025

Reviewed in November 2024
My service went great! I ordered a fireplace from Wayfair and knew I couldn't assemble it. Jesse from Pyramid Projects came and assembled it without any issues. He was meticulous, courteous, really just the nicest person. He is so knowledgable and really took care to make sure I was completely...
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Reviewed in August 2023
Absolutely disastrous!! Stored my 92 year old mother's lifetime accumulation of fine furniture, including some antiques. Two years later, after paying storage fees every month, assuming those belongings would be "safe and secure", as Mullen professes, we found EVERYTHING destroyed by water...
Mullen Moving & Storage Co., Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2022
R3 Hardwood did a fantastic job on my floors for my new house. R3 Hardwood refinished about 1300 square feet of my hardwood floors for a very reasonable price and did such a phenomenal job. I had recently purchased a renovated home from the 1930s and my house would not look as great without the...
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Reviewed in May 2022
Pierson Remodeling refinished very old hardwood floors in my home that had been covered with carpet for many years. They did a great job sanding and refinishing 5 rooms. They also installed new wood flooring in my kitchen and new flooring in the bathroom. They repainted all of the woodwork...
Pierson's Remodeling
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Reviewed in July 2015
They showed up promptly and went right to work moving our furniture quickly and, most importantly, carefully. My wife and I think they did a great job. We would definitely use them again.
Sunshine Movers Inc
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Reviewed in March 2014
Keith was a pleasure to work with. He returned all calls promptly, showed up as scheduled, and did a beautiful job refinishing the tub. The amount of money it cost for the refinishing was significantly less than purchasing a new stand-alone tub and we get to keep and use an original fixture of...
ULTIMATE REGLAZE INC
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Reviewed in February 2014
We bought this as a $99 one room. Consumers should be aware that this means one coat, walls only, which is a great deal. If you need more done (we did) it costs more. For instance, we needed to have the walls basically prepped and cleaned and the ceiling repainted. Wwe had the woodwork done...
Do It All Construction
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Reviewed in January 2014
I found the work to be very well done and the workmen friendly and clean. I will definitely use them for our next floor refinishing project.
Don's Floor Sanding & Refinishing
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Reviewed in October 2013
We had a great moving experience with Camel. They are very professional and treat the furniture and your home very carefully. We would highly recommend them.
Camel Moving & Storage
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Reviewed in May 2013
The carpet was gross from a prior tenant and looks brand new. We were a little surprised they didnt move a few pieces of furniture in the tiled room. It isnt fully clean behind a couch and chair.
King's Carpet Cleaning Inc
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