How much does it cost to refinish wood furniture?

• <div>The cost to refinish wood furniture ranges widely, depending on the size and type of furniture. Here’s what you can expect to pay to refinish the following wood furniture items:<ul><li>Table: $150–$700</li><li>Dining chair: $100–$400</li><li>Rocking chair: $200–$500</li><li>Bar stool: $100–$250</li><li>China cabinet or armoire: $500–$3,500</li><li>Dining set: $1,000–$3,000</li><li>Coffee table: $150–$800</li><li>Dresser: $300–$2,000</li><li>Bed: $350–$2,000</li><li>Pool table: $300–$600</li><li><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cost-to-refinish-cabinets.htm">Kitchen cabinets</a>: $1,800–$5,000</li></ul></div>

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Q: What should you not use to clean antique wood?

• <div>Stay away from using window cleaners and other harsh cleaning solutions on antique wood&mdash;or any wood in your home for that matter. The pH of the cleaners can break down the finish and permanently damage and stain the wood below. Even when it comes to more durable areas, such as when <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-clean-your-baseboards.htm">cleaning your baseboards</a>, only use cleaning solutions that are safe for porous materials. </div>

Q: How long does it take to refinish furniture?

• <div>For small, simple pieces that aren&rsquo;t antiques, a professional furniture refinisher can usually refinish a piece in two to three hours, while larger pieces&mdash;like bed frames and full dining sets&mdash;could take several days. 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.</div>

Q: Why is my wood stain still rubbing off after drying?

• <div>If your wood stain is still rubbing off after the recommended drying time, it means the pigments didn&rsquo;t soak into the wood properly and remain on the surface. There are a few possible causes, including applying the stain in hot temperatures, applying too much stain, or failing to wipe off excess before it dries completely.</div>

Q: Do you need to remove the stain before refinishing?

• <div>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.</div>

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That #1 Painter Lehigh Valley recently refinished my kitchen cabinets, and the results are stunning! I’m beyond pleased with the quality of their work. Jim is personable and easy to talk to, while Larry, his skilled worker, showcases impeccable craftsmanship. He did a fantastic job refinishing...
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Reviewed in July 2024
It was great working with Dave. I requested a custom cutting board for a Fatherâ s Day gift along with a primitive wooden star. Love the quality of the work! I would use Dave again in the future (possibly thinking about building a pantry and resurfacing some old furniture).
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Reviewed in March 2016
Painted interior and repair of drywall. The quality of the work was good. Could have been more fastidious in covering furniture on the first floor as painting ceiling on the second floor had dripped through stairway to first floor and had paint on a 250 year old piece. Could have vacuumed the...
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Reviewed in July 2015
The owner, Chris, responded on June 26th examined the furniture, and gave an estimate for cleaning and restoring the faded sofa and love seat. Because there was some "oil stains" on the top of seat backs he gave me the option of having the work performed on-site, or at his workshop. He was...
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Reviewed in April 2014
We hired Shively's to move us from a rental house to our new home. They came out and gave us a quote, and seemed courteous and honest. The day of the move, they arrived a few minutes early; three men, as discussed. After a little direction, they got to work. They were really polite, and...
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Reviewed in April 2010
I heard that there maybe a change in ownership. I spent $3500 on that job. The third floor refinishing was an-add-on job at the last minute which they had no problem doing and gave me a really good price for it and the work was good. The only thing I did not care for was the amount of sand...
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