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Benno's Restoration

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50 years of experience

Benno's Restoration, established in 1975, is a locally owned and operated restoration and fine woodworking business conveniently located in downtown Kalamazoo and South Haven, MI. We are insured, with both liability and worker's compensation coverage and employ only skilled, reliable artisans who share our commitment to craftsmanship and professionalism. The team at Benno's works directly with general contractors, architects, interior designers, builders and private clients to provide preservation and architectural woodwork services for institutional, commercial and residential projects.

Benno's Restoration, established in 1975, is a locally owned and operated restoration and fine woodworking business conveniently located in downtown Kalamazoo and South Haven, MI. We are insured, with both liability and worker's compensation coverage and employ only skilled, reliable artisans who share our commitment to craftsmanship and professionalism. The team at Benno's works directly with general contractors, architects, interior designers, builders and private clients to provide preservation and architectural woodwork services for institutional, commercial and residential projects.








Lake Street Design Studio

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Lake Street Design Studio

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22 years of experience

Dawn Whyte, Principal Designer and owner of Designs by Dawn, is a life long resident of northern Michigan, and has been designing nationally recognized kitchens, baths and other unique interior spaces since 1998. In 2003, Dawn established Designs by Dawn Inc, and partnered with Renee Guthrie, of Renee Guthrie Design, to form The Lake Street Design Studio. The growing business, located in downtown Petoskey, now employs a talented design team and offers homeowners, builders and developers complete design services and all of the interior products necessary for a functional and beautiful space. Along with her team of designers and associates, Dawn upholds a commitment to quality and value that guarantees each client a pleasurable design experience and a timeless space that will be enjoyed for years to come. Dawn believes in exceptional communication to build strong client and trade relationships; her goal is happy clients with finished spaces that perfectly suit their needs and aesthetic desires.

Dawn Whyte, Principal Designer and owner of Designs by Dawn, is a life long resident of northern Michigan, and has been designing nationally recognized kitchens, baths and other unique interior spaces since 1998. In 2003, Dawn established Designs by Dawn Inc, and partnered with Renee Guthrie, of Renee Guthrie Design, to form The Lake Street Design Studio. The growing business, located in downtown Petoskey, now employs a talented design team and offers homeowners, builders and developers complete design services and all of the interior products necessary for a functional and beautiful space. Along with her team of designers and associates, Dawn upholds a commitment to quality and value that guarantees each client a pleasurable design experience and a timeless space that will be enjoyed for years to come. Dawn believes in exceptional communication to build strong client and trade relationships; her goal is happy clients with finished spaces that perfectly suit their needs and aesthetic desires.



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Furniture Refinishing questions, answered by experts

Yes, wood veneer is wood. Instead of using large pieces of lumber, wood is sliced into thin sheets that are glued or laminated to larger pieces of wood. Wood veneer is both cost-effective, environmentally friendly, and versatile. It can be stained or have different finishes—varnish, lacquer, shellac, and more—based on your preferences.

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 how to clean antique wood 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.

Removing the original paint or stain before refinishing is a good idea, as it ensures the new finish bonds strongly to the wood. If you skip the stripping or sanding step, the new finish may peel or flake away from the railing easily. Using a wood stripper will completely remove the old stain or paint while sanding will help to prime the surface.

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.

If your wood furniture is sticky after already cleaning it, it’s likely from using too many polishes or waxes. You’ll need to remove some of the excess wax with a cloth and warm water mixed with dish soap. You can then reapply the wax or polish afterwards, but try to use a much smaller amount and wipe away any excess.

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