So your kitchen table is looking a bit warn and you are ready for something new. I know most people will say "well I can get a brand new set for ....." However, what they don't realize is that most furniture today is not made like it was years ago. The construction and quality of materials is often not as good as it was years ago and many newer furniture pieces are not heirloom quality. Consider this, it may be a better investment … [Read more...]
Restore or Refinish Furniture?
Do you know when to restore or refinish furniture that is an antique? If you refinish an antique rather than restore it, you may reduce the value by thousands of dollars! Before making your decision, here are a few things to consider: Is it really an antique? According to Merriam-Webster.com, an Antique is "any work of art, piece of furniture, or decorative object made at an earlier period and according to various customs laws at least … [Read more...]