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Expert Profile: Eileen Cronk

Expertise:  I can answer most questions about the repairing and refinishing of all your old furniture items (the things we call antiques). I can also give you advice on what wood items to choose and what wood items to avoid at auctions, flea markets etc. I DO NOT give appraisals on antiques as this is not my field of expertise.

Experience in the area
I have been repairing, refinishing and of course buying old furniture for the past 30 years. On any given weekend I can be found at auction sales or flea markets searching out a good buy. I have taken several courses in this area over the years, but I find "Hands On" learning to be the best teacher. I can help you avoid the pitfalls and problems of this wonderful rewarding craft.

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Prestige Points: 18678
Knowledge   9.86   Best of the best
Clarity of Response   9.95   Best of the best
Timeliness   10.0   Best of the best
Politeness   10.0   Best of the best
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Total Questions
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User Comments
Thank you for your prompt response. I think I'll get more quotes for the repair.
(Mary on 10/07/08)
Wow, such a quick reply! I never even thought about having a shop do just the springs. That is a very smart suggestion. Thank you. Juanita
(Juanita on 09/24/08)
Yes Mrs.Cronk was very helpful and if I had any other questions I would recommend her.Thank you, -Scott
(Scott Johnson on 09/19/08)
The punctual manner in which this volunteer lends her expertise remains remarkable to me. She readily offered knowledgeable analysis of my project an
(Ryan on 09/16/08)
Quick and to the point. Thank you for your advice.
(Vicki on 09/10/08)
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Recent Answers from Eileen Cronk
2008-10-03   Furniture Repair Question Hi Mary Nice to hear from you. Yes geography is definately a variable. But from the work you describe this man is going to do, it seems like the price is not unreasonable. Basically this furniture...
2008-09-28  iron bed Hi Scott Nice to hear from you. Any of these old iron beds I have seen were intended for use with a metal spring and matress. Not a box spring. This metal spring structure sat inside these side rails...
2008-09-24  To repaint or not to repaint... Hi Mike Interesting question. Is there any way this set was actually wood that someone painted over? I ask because I have never seen this type of furniture with an original painted surface..but I haven't...
2008-09-23  lincoln rocker Hi Jaunita Nice to hear from you. I suppose you could sub foam for the coil springs. This type of fix is never as comfortable though. But if the chair is just for show it would work. If this is a...
2008-09-19  possible Duncan Fife Hi Joe Nice to hear from you. I suspect your table and chairs are "in the style' of Duncan Phyfe. It would be a rare find indeed if it was actually made by Mr. Phyfe There is a huge amount of this...
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