A Set Of Three SYRIAN Moorish Wood Coffee Tables Inlaid With mother of pearlA pair of original, carved, French, balloon back chairs for restoration.Solid Dark Oak Cupboard with Chest of Drawers Storage Unit Furniture What are some of the steps to take when restoring the coatings on antique furniture?Restoring the coatings on antique furniture ensures that it not only retains its value, but also that you keep it looking great for years to come. The first step in restoring antique furniture coatings is examining and evaluating the areas that require restoration. Study the damage and try to find a cause of deterioration, using educational materials or with the help of a professional. Testing the surface with solvents helps to understand how the protective coatings might react to cleaning and restoration liquids. After taking these evaluative steps to understand the composition and characteristics of the coating, restorers can begin applying new coatings to damaged areas, or stripping the original coating entirely and matching it to what was previously there.
Taking into consideration the overall condition and history of the piece is an important factor when deciding how to restore or refinish antique furniture, which is often best when done by a professional that has experience handling antiques. In what type of environment should you keep antique furniture?When storing and caring for antique furniture pieces, keep them away from ultraviolet light, as sunlight can damage finishes on wood and can fade fabrics. Keeping antique furniture away from heat or air conditioning units is also important, as they may shrink important elements like glues and cause the pieces to loosen at the joints. Frequently check for insects and pests like beetles, termites, cockroaches, and small rodents, as they can damage antique furniture. With lack of moisture, antique furniture made of wood may dry out, so keeping such pieces out of hot, arid areas like attics is a good idea. Using a high-quality wax paste maintains a varnished finish on antique furniture, though caretakers should follow expert or manufacturer instructions closely when applying wax.
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EnlargeBeautiful English Antique Mahogany Bookcase / Display Cabinet .EnlargeBeautiful Antique French Walnut Kitchen Table Why don't we show the price?Start of LayerEnd of LayerAdding a few one-of-a-kind pieces to our homes are what make our spaces unique. (Let's face it, no one wants their interiors to look exactly like a page from Crate & Barrel catalog.) And what's more original than vintage? But finding these secondhand elements to complete our rooms isn't always so easy. Although it's fun on the occasion, the though of waking up at the crack of dawn every weekend to hit up local auctions and flea markets is daunting. But don't worry, we have your back. And you don't even have to leave your living room to shop. We compiled the best vintage furniture websites (besides Etsy and eBay, of course) that are surefire spots to find the goods. Let us know in the comments below which are your favorites and if there are any hotspots we've missed. 1. 1stdibs: If you're looking to splurge on an original piece, head to 1stdibs for a beautifully curated and exclusive collection.
This site has been interior designers' secret source for years. 2. One Kings Lane: Although it started as one of the premiere "flash sales" sites for decor, recently this site has been focusing on vintage and market finds. Make sure to check out the weekly sales curated by well-known tastemakers. 3. FleaPop: The new kid on the block, this site is perfect for those who like to buy and sell their fabulous finds. Setting up an online shop is totally free, and you can browse for what you're looking for by location to find the best stuff in your area. 4. Furnishly: The team behind this startup curates listings from all over the web, aka they do the Craigslist searching for you! 5. Lushpad: If you love modern design, this site's for you. Based in Vancouver, this site features authentic modern originals as well as licensed originals and great lookalikes. 6. Lauritz: If you're looking for the real thing, Lauritz is a global marketplace for 20th century vintage modern design originals.