One of the best ways to avoid being taken by reproductions, especially for beginning collectors, is to learn about new “antiques” being offered for sale in the retail marketplace. For instance, as true Victorian antiques get harder and harder to find at reasonable prices, more outlets will continue to offer Victorian reproductions for sale. …
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Recent Projects
Here are some recent projects we have been working on: Questions or Comments? Leave them below. Until next time – Dan @ Wood Menders
Weather & Your Furniture
Wood is very sensitive to water and changes in relative humidity. As the weather changes from season to season, so does the humidity in your home and also the moisture content of your wood furniture. This situation causes the wood to expand and contract with every change in the humidity. The purpose of the finish …
Recent Projects
Check out some of the recent projects we have been working on at Wood Menders: Until Next Time – Dan @ Wood Menders
Paint or Refinish?
Refinishing the piece means taking off the old finish and creating a new one. It’s physically demanding, so be prepared to use some elbow grease for this messy and cumbersome job. For those do-it-yourselfers, it’s best to use a combination of chemical strippers and sanding. Above all, be patient, even though some finishes can be …
3 things to do when it comes to furniture repair
Whether you are planning on refinishing a piece of furniture or repairing it there are 3 simple steps that you need to take in order to ensure the outcome that you want: 1) Asses This first step is really coming up with a game plan – some questions you need to know the answers to. …
Recent Projects
Here are some recent projects we have been working on @ Wood Menders