Is furniture restoration worth it?

• <div><p>Not always—heavily worn or broken furniture often isn’t worth repairing or refinishing (if it’s even possible). While some damage can be repaired and some of the visual appeal restored, major flaws, such as structural issues, can’t be fixed as easily. If you still want a cost-saving furniture refinishing project rather than purchasing all new, consider shopping for similar secondhand pieces at thrift stores, garage sales, and estate sales.</p></div>

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Q: How long can furniture sit in water before being ruined?

• <div><p>Wood furniture is usually vulnerable to water damage. However, larger furniture tends to have a high chance of being salvaged as long as it hasn&rsquo;t been standing in water for more than 24 hours. You can restore bedpoles, table and couch legs, and other wood parts that haven&rsquo;t been fully saturated. Meanwhile, smaller objects like decors or furniture with fabric wrapping may require full replacement.</p></div>

Q: Is furniture restoration worth it?

• <div><p>Not always&mdash;heavily worn or broken furniture often isn&rsquo;t worth repairing or refinishing (if it&rsquo;s even possible). While some damage can be repaired and some of the visual appeal restored, major flaws, such as structural issues, can&rsquo;t be fixed as easily. If you still want a cost-saving furniture refinishing project rather than purchasing all new, consider shopping for similar secondhand pieces at thrift stores, garage sales, and estate sales.</p></div>

Q: How can I make my dining room look more expensive?

• <div><p>You can make your dining room look more expensive using one or more of several methods. If you're remodeling, you can consider raising the ceiling height, installing an elegant chandelier, or redoing the floor. For smaller renovations, consider changing the paint color to a deep and rich tone, such as burgundy or emerald. You can also swap out the table and chairs to achieve a richer appearance. </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: 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>

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Last update on October 06, 2025

Reviewed in December 2011
Refinished desk with care to match existing finish on upper hutch. Repaired scratches and missing veneer. Quick turn around time. Delivered finished product with care. Very pleasant and flexible.
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Reviewed in May 2017
It went very well. This 100 year old set looks fabulous. In addition, they refinished two table leafs and made a third one. It took a while but it was worth the wait.
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Reviewed in January 2015
The door looks incredible. The finish on it is amazing. I've had professional contractors compliment the work done on the door. It's as much a piece of art as it is a door.
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Reviewed in June 2013
Tonawanda Woodworks did excellent work. They were very professional. They were here when they said they would be here, to give the estimate. They brought the furniture back when they said they would. The furniture looks beautiful. It's very smooth. It looks wonderful. Their prices are reasonable.
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Reviewed in February 2014
John promptly returned my phone call for an estimate. He was able to give me one over the phone. He arranged a quick pick up of the item. We provided a deposit and arranged the details of the refinishing job. Within a few days he called to let us know the job was finished and arranged a time...
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Reviewed in August 2014
The service received was great. Very professional and friendly. They came to see my pieces and gave an estimate on the spot. I normally am very skeptical and get several estimates, however was very taken by how knowledgable, friendly and professional they were. Great work. My late mothers...
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Reviewed in April 2016
At first, Dennis looked at a photo of the door, and when he came by to remove the screen door was friendly. I told him that I wanted everything the same, but just an improved version of the door (sanded, new screens, a piece of wood missing replaced, shine the handle, etc.) I was not home when...
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Reviewed in June 2014
He was able to remove the burn mark with only a small discoloration remaining and stained the table to match the existing stain. The job was done well and professionally.
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Reviewed in May 2014
Dennis has done work for me for years. I have also referred him to friends who were very pleased. He has refurbished and re-gilded two large antique mirrors for me and they are once again the show pieces they were meant to be. Dennis has an extensive knowledge of furniture and the refinishing...
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