Does antique furniture lose its value if you refinish it?

• <div><p>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 <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-clean-antique-wood.htm">how to clean antique wood</a> 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.</p></div>

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Q: Can you paint over already painted furniture?

• <div><p>Depending on the piece, there are times when you can paint over painted furniture. Start by applying a high-adhesion primer so that the new topcoat will stick. However, if the paint is peeling or chipping, it&rsquo;s best to sand it down, use a paint stripper, or try a deglosser to ensure your new paint will adhere.</p></div>

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: How long does wood filler take to dry?

• <div><p>It can take as little as 30 to 60 minutes for wood filler to dry, but some products take up to four hours. Always read labels to ensure you're following the manufacturer&rsquo;s instructions. Water-based wood fillers typically take longer to dry than oil-based or epoxy-wood fillers, especially when applied to large areas or deep cracks. Wood putty won&rsquo;t dry completely, remaining slightly pliable.</p></div>

Q: When should you not use a wood filler?

• <div><p>If the scratch is large enough that it compromises the integrity of the wood, a wood filler probably won&rsquo;t be enough to fix the problem. In that case, you might need to sand and refinish the entire floor or replace a board. If you do use a filler, use one that&rsquo;s appropriate for the scratch. Water-based wood fillers work for small gaps or gouges, while epoxy has added strength to fill larger scratches and gaps.</p></div>

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This is a horrible company, horrible service, do not use them, ever. I have been dealing with issues with our move for 8 months now. I still do NOT have resolution. They damaged so much of our furniture. Frank Weaver, the owner, does NOT stand behind his service, his damage claim process, nor...
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Reviewed in September 2020
It did not go well, my daughter was moving from a 1 bedroom apt to another apt ~1 mile away. We followed all instructions including reserving parking and elevator times scheduled for 1-5pm. They told us we would be contacted prior to our schedule so when it was 1:15pm and no communication we...
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Reviewed in October 2015
One of the reasons I choose Carpet Outlets of Texas was the flowing reviews listed on Angie?s list. I was in the process of getting a house ready to rent and needed the wood floors refinished. The work started on Tuesday morning, I meet an employee at my house, went over the job and gave...
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Reviewed in November 2014
Do not hire this company. They will lie to you about the price of their services, lie to you about the services they provide, and lie by omission when they fail to tell you important details such as "we don't unload your furniture into your new house unless you pay us first" (which means,...
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Reviewed in November 2014
The team was very professional, timely with responses, and wrapped all of our furniture with care. The move went very smoothly. I would recommend them.
ARKO Moving
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Reviewed in July 2014
I am very happy with Mr. Carpet. They gave me a punctual time as to when they would be here and they arrived on time. They had all their equipment ready and it was two men. They moved the furniture, which I was very pleased with because I have had my carpet cleaned before and they have not moved...
MR CARPET
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Reviewed in May 2014
To be determined but as of this point I would STRONGLY discourage using quality furniture
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Reviewed in April 2014
They were a great group of people and did a great job! They have a A+ rating on the BBB but I noticed when logging on to your site their rating from 2011 is not that good. Just wanted to let the consumer's know that when checking out licensed moving companies in Grayson County they were one of...
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Reviewed in November 2013
We had a lot of furniture, shop equipment and antiques to move. They packed and protected it all. Nothing damaged with our move. They did what they said they would do, when they said they would do it. Very nice, professional and we would never like to move again, but would highly recommend Nic...
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Reviewed in October 2013
We had foundation repair done to our home this past spring. We found Floor Menders on Angie's and made an appointment for Kevin to reinstall our current good condition carpet in our master bedroom. We assumed from Angie's list that the cost would be approx $99 since we had no furniture to move....
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