You are here:
Cabinets, Furniture, Woodworks/Expert Profile
Expertise
Hi..I can answer most questions about the repairing,stripping and refinishing of all your old furniture and wood items(the things we call antiques)I can give advice about what to buy/avoid at auctions/flea markets. I do not give appraisals on antiques.
Experience in the area
I have been refinishing antiques for the past 30yrs. While I have taken several courses over the years,I have found that "hands on" learning is the best teacher. Perhaps I can help you avoid some of the mistakes I made while learning.
What do you like about this subject?
I enjoy the thrill of seeing layers of old paint come off a piece of furniture to reveal wonderful old oak or walnut underneath. The thrill of restoring something that would otherwise end up in the garbage has never left me after many years of this pursuit. I don't think it ever will.
What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?
I have accumulated over the years many old "odd" bits and pieces of beautiful antique wood. I would like to learn more wood working skills to be able to make something really unique from them.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Susan | 05/15/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you so much! This sounds easy! |
| Jane | 05/05/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks very much I appreciate the fairly ..... |
| Noble Jackson | 05/04/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Terry | 05/02/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Quick response time and great answer. Clarity ..... |
| Renee | 05/01/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you so much for the reply ..... |
Recent Answers from Eileen Cronk
2012-05-14 1950's Henredon set:
Hi Susan Nice to hear from you. Why not thoroughly clean the table top of any polish etc you have used. Then apply the poly. To clean the top use medium steel wool (not SOS pads) and mineral spirits
2012-05-04 Old portable hand cranked singer machine:
Hi Noble Nice to hear from you. I'm guessing birch too Noble. But I would need a clear picture for a positive ID and also the damage to better advise. Regardless of the wood (which you want to match
2012-05-02 oak china cabinet:
Hi Jane Nice to hear from you. The best thing to use on your furniture is nothing. Don't get hung up on applying something to the wood to keep it clean as it will do the opposite..that is make it attract
2012-05-01 Furniture that only needs partial finishing:
Hi Renee Nice to hear from you. Try using minwax stain first. Simply rub it over the spots using a rag (no harm rubbing it over the entire piece but wipe back well where there is finish or it will take
2012-04-29 Sealing a vanity/dresser top:
Hi again Lee Nice piece. Glad you found out the finish info. Now heres the problem..if you do a quick Google search "poly over lacquer", you will find the experts are pretty much split on their opinions
Answers by Expert:
©2012 About.com, a part of The New York Times Company. All rights reserved.