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>

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Q: How do you refinish a table top without stripping it?

• <div><p>It is possible to refinish a table without stripping and sanding it by repairing small dents. You&rsquo;ll use a gel stain, and then put on a wipe-on finish. The downside is this won't result in as smooth and as deep of a finish as if you had stripped the table. Also, any blemishes on your table will remain. </p></div>

Q: Can I refinish over top of refinishing oil?

• <div><p>No. Once you apply refinishing oil, it will continue to seep into the wood, making it difficult or impossible to refinish over top of it. Since the product contains an oil that&rsquo;s meant to penetrate existing finishes, almost anything you put on top of it will bring the previous layer of stain with it. If you plan to refinish your cabinets more than once, it&rsquo;s a good idea to go with the traditional method of sanding before applying a new finish to the surface.</p></div>

Q: Is it OK to wrap furniture in plastic for storage?

• <div><p>Yes, in most cases it&rsquo;s a good idea to wrap furniture in plastic to protect it from dirt, dust, and damage during storage. However, natural and porous materials such as wood or leather should have breathable fabric covers to prevent moisture damage from condensation. Either way, it&rsquo;s always important to ensure proper ventilation to prevent moisture buildup, especially in humid climates. </p></div>

Q: How do you treat sun-damaged furniture?

• <div><p>To treat sun-damaged furniture, clean the surface thoroughly to remove dirt and debris. Next, assess the damage: Consider refinishing or applying a protective sealant for faded finishes. Apply furniture oil or conditioner to restore moisture to cracked or dry wood. Remember, the best way to treat your furniture is to prevent damage in the first place. Regular maintenance and preventive measures will keep your furniture looking its best. Lastly, it may be best to consult a professional furniture restorer or refinisher for expert repairs and restoration in severe cases.</p></div>

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Reviewed in March 2024
I own two pieces of furniture from Something Old Something New. The desk is the most complimented piece in my house. I comissioned the dresser and hutch top for my daughter's room and the communication and care was top tier. It turned out perfect.
Something Old Something New LLC
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Reviewed in June 2020
It was helpful, they are really good, they are fast and they put our furniture together.
G&M Haulers Moving and Storage Co
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Reviewed in March 2019
They did an amazing job. It only took 4 days to paint my entire 5 bedroom home. They covered my furniture and didn’t leave any mess behind.
R&B Paint Contractors LLC
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Reviewed in July 2017
Painting they did was good. However, they work slow so they didn't get everything painted they said they would and it still took an extra day and so he charged for more time. They took off switch plates and then didn't screw them back on behind the furniture. They also didn't plug my phone back...
J Reyes Drywall Javier
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Reviewed in December 2016
Very timely, orderly and efficient. Very attentive to furniture. Owner dropped by to give update for next procedure.
Boller's Carpet Cleaning
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Reviewed in May 2016
Met with Robyn to discuss modifications we could make to our home with interior decorating. The bottom line was - go to the second hand furniture store and Pottery Barn. Just not useful information for what I was looking for.
ROBIN L HUNT INTERIOR CONCEPTS
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Reviewed in August 2013
1) They repaired and replaced about 10 hardwood flooring pieces, installed new baseboard and moulding. The wood had been water damaged due to a plumbing leak. They took up the old flooring strips, matched new flooring strips and then installed new baseboard and moulding on adjacent walls, and...
Faith Floors and More
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Reviewed in April 2013
They were able to set up an appointment on very short notice and were punctual. They moved all of the furniture out of the way in order to clean under it and then set all pieces back on wooden blocks so that drying wouldn't be an issue. We were very pleased with their professionalism and...
STEAMATIC OF BRAZOS VALLEY
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Reviewed in April 2012
Marc and Irene Luther are the best furniture restorers in Brazos County. Several pieces of our furniture were damaged when the moving van leaked water. I nearly cried when I saw the damage. Marc and Irene restored the pieces like new. They did an amazing job. No one would know the pieces had...
Amity of Bryan
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Reviewed in March 2012
They were there when they agreed to be, They worked around my plants and shrubs and patio furniture which they put back in place when complete and cleaned the area. Everyone that has seen it has been very impressed and several have said they were going to contact them to do work for them.
Lone Star Patio
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