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couch fabricFrom: jbraidwo@dowco.com I was wondering if anybody knew where i could get fabric for a old living room suite from the 1920s I'm looking for something that looks nice but i can't afford an arm and leg. please email me at jbraidwo@dowco.com I live in vancouver b.c. canada but make trips down to washington 2 times a month thanks
Re: couch fabricFrom: keysweb@aol.com I don'tknow what kind of retail stores you have there but you can go to any upholstery supplier and they usually have fabrics for wholesale also contact S.Harriss(a fabric company) they have a line of economy fabrics..
repair of porcelain tubFrom: Rosi We have an antique porcelain tub that was chipped when moved. How can this be repaired?
Re: repair of porcelain tubFrom: James If you want to do the repair yourself, SEARS has touch up kits. If you want some to do it for you call 1-800-332-2747, and ask for a repair person located near you.
German sword restoration?From: igor Any sword restorers in here? please contact me comrade@i-2000.com
Antique clock restorationFrom: gordieh@ix.netcom.com I have an old clock which dates back to the 1880's and I'm thinking of having it restored. The clock in mint condition will bring a price at auction somewhere around $2200 to $2500, unfortunatley the clock I have is not in mint condition. The question I have is will restoring it take away some of its value? The clock is not in bad shape by any means but it could stand to be touched up a little. What are the does and dont's when it comes to restoring an antique you intend on selling? Any advice would be greatly appreciated,please feel free to e-mail me at gordieh@ix.netcom.com
Advice on restoring antique clock.From: Tara SchoolHouse Antiques First the age designates a must for restoration and not refinishing. Most likely french-polishing and touch-ups will not only restore but maintain this antique. Veneer replacements and animal glues are techniques of choice where damages are. You will find the correct craftsman by search for a french-polisher with some "touch-up" skills. These skills demand higher experience and study are afforable. Call me directly for additional info on selecting the craftsman and also to hear more details about your project at 770-412-9838.
old mortise lock repair or keyingFrom: Mike Rollis I am looking for a company that can repair and/or key old mortise locks in antique furniture. I saw an ad for such a company but cannot now locate the ad. If you are aware of any company that performs this service please let me know. Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation. Mike Rollins
Re: old mortise lock repair or keyingFrom: James I always find a locksmith in a area that will do antique lock work by asking around to the antique dealers.
Black marble fire surround/mantelpieceFrom: mams@fam-verschoor.demon.nl We have a black marble mantelpiece with onyx? bits in off white mounted by some means to 400 year old wall however i can,t tell how old this piece is, we have to remove it before we demolish the old place (or before it falls down of its own accord) what do i have to look for would it be safer to go at it from the other side of the chimney (1.75m wide inside) this mantelpiece appears to have been put together like a jigsaw puzzle ?????
Re: Black marble fire surround/mantelpieceFrom: James I do not have any experience with your two problems, but I have a coulple of ideas. With the tiles it would great if you could find a chemical that would disolve the morter and not harm the tiles. You could go to the links page and follow the link to conservatores on line ( COOL ), search that site to find a conservator experianced in that area. For example, There is a historical society that I came across that you could answer you questions. Black onyx fireplace, that fantastic. I'd like to see a picture of that. If you need more help please feel free to contact me. lane@flips.net
Re: Black marble fire surround/mantelpieceFrom: antique works try the december isssue of ol house journal. there is an article whic addresses your problem. if you can't find a copy locally try their web site www.oldhousejournal.com
porcelain tub finishFrom: onebigguy@webtv.net i have an old porcelain tub with a very poor finish on it from years of scouring.is it possible to have a new porcelain finish placed on the tub,the way it was when it was finished?
Re: porcelain tub finishFrom: To answer your question, yes, it is possible. The process is called reglazing. We had it done on our bathtub and it came out wonderful.
Plaster Molded Picture FrameFrom: johnsonsh@discover-net.net (RJS Custom Furnishings) We recently stripped a frame that looked like wood and found it was a combination of carved wood and plaster. The customer would like a wood looking finish. The plaster seems to absorb stain and will never get as dark as the customer would like it. Should we spray with basecoat first and then glaze the item or is there a better solution? We used Minuteman products and I assume this is something you would be knowledgeable about, Tim. By the way, look at the November issue of Professional Refinishing for an article with our by-line. We contributed an article about a piano restoration and are very excited about it. We will participate in the Internet chat as much as possible. What an excellent idea. Thanks in advance for the help on the frame.
Re: Plaster Molded Picture FrameFrom: antique works your idea of glazing is correct. i normally seal then glaze this type frame since as you discovered they don't take stain evenly. avery light toner over galze sometimes helps to level out color.
reglazing of old bath tubFrom: onebigguy@webtv.net can anyone tell me where i may be able to have a old tub reglazed? I live in the Canton Ohio area and have not been able to find any where around here that does it.
Re: reglazing of old bath tubFrom: James I did a search on the internet not long ago on the same subject and found a lot bath tub refinishers.
1930's era 9" x22" wooden box phone missing receiverFrom: julie.i@mci2000.com We have a 1930's era 9"x22" wooden box phone missing the receiver. We want to replace the receiver without having to ship phone and have repaired. Would be interested in finding someone who sells replacement (original or reproduced) parts direct.
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Old Travel Trunk CleaningFrom: John Aikin I just purchased a wonderful old trunk with many old paper stickers from around the world. It is made of pressed fiber, wood slats, leater straps, brass and, I believe, heavy cardboard or fiber board reinforcement. I would like to clean all of the surfaces and retain and proctect the pape travel stickers. Can you recommend products and procedures to follow so I will not damage the trunk?
Re: Old Travel Trunk CleaningFrom: Andrea I am not an expert on paper and material of this nature. I suggest contacting the AIC (The American Institute for Conservation of Historic & Artistic Works), for information on cleaning and preserving the finish. 1717 K Street, NW, Suite 301 Washington, DC 20006 202 452-9545 FAX: 202 452-9328 E-mail: InfoAIC@aol.com WWW: http://palimpsest.stanford.edu/aic/ If you need parts, I have two sources that carry supplies: VAN DYKES RESTORERS DEPT 70027 PO BOX 278 WOONSOCKET SD 57385 800-843-3320 WSI DISTRIBUTORS 405 NORTH MAIN STREET ST CHARLES MO 63301 800-974-3291
Who's bestFrom: pvdemark@idirect.com Hi, I'm cosidering purchasing a furniture repair franchise. I'm looking at Furniture Medic or Guardsman Woodpro. Does anybody have an opinion? Is there another similar franchise out there that I should know about? I am hoping to find a home based business that does onsite repairs.
Re: Who's bestFrom: carmel@jps.net For the same investment you could buy into an existing business,have ongoing training and an established customer base.If I could do it over that's what I would do. Interested? Contact me.
Re: Who's bestFrom: James I think the best way is to save your money and become an apprentice, or buy into a business. There is nothing like on the job training, learning by doing is always the fastest and best training and you get paid to boot.
Antique Cast Iron Theater SeatsFrom: Chris Long I am looking for information on restoring some casr iron theater seats. I am needing the wooden back and bottom of the seats. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks Chris Long mlong@missvalley.com
Re: Antique Cast Iron Theater SeatsFrom: Mel of Carmel carmel@jps.net Try American Seating. Steam bend ply wood using a mold. How many seats? On location or off? Paint or powder? Upholistery? Molded foam or cut? Love these types of jobs. Mel.
1954 Daisy Head ScrewFrom: james@primedesign.com I have been looking for quite some time for a decorative screw that was used extensively in the electronics industry on phonographs, radios, tv's, speakers and instrument amplifiers in the late '40's to mid to late '50's. The screw was called a daisy head, it has 12 lobes around the outside edge, with a slightly raised center about 1/8" in diameter. The overall head diameter is 5/16", shaft size is 6-32 and length needs to be a least 1 1/4". Finish was typicall antique bronze, there was a knurled tang on the back that allowed the screw to be pushed though a wood cabinet from the front and would prevent it from turning when a nut was placed on the back. They were typically used to hold speakers to baffle boards and were decorative in nature. I would be happy with any information anyone could provide. I will chase down any potential lead. I am restoring a 1954 Fender Deluxe guitar amplifier and have all original components other than these four screws. I would even consider having a large quantity of them manufactured if anyone may know of a source for that. Thank you.
Re: 1954 Daisy Head ScrewFrom: James Try these websites.
Milk paint removalFrom: Millie Ways/products that will remove milk paint from wood?
Re: Milk paint removalFrom: Jim Antique Works Removing milk paint from piece can reduce value 90% or more pleas consult with pro apraiser before removing.
lace restorationFrom: ohbewhon@compuserve.com Any info on person doing lace repair and restoration????? thanx Ben Main pls send email to ohbewhon@compuserve.com
Re: lace restorationFrom: bixpa@batnet.com try the Lace Museum--prev. in Palo Alto, Ca now in the sunnyvale Ca. area. GOOD LUCK
How to protect the surface of a old tempera paint icon on wood?From: Artifacts@worldnet.att.net Can you please advise if there is a protective lacquer or topical coating for use as protection on old icons,and a source for it? Thank you The Icon is 18th from the Bachkovski Monastery of Bulgaria,and
Re: How to protect the surface of a old tempera paint icon on wood?From: James The key to preservation of art objects is "reversibility". Other keyword is none "non-intrusive". Whatever material you use should be reversible and non-intrusive. Krylon Clear Acrylic is in my opinion, neither. I would use a shellac which is made by Zinnser and available in a spay cans. Maker sure that the date on the bottom of the can shows that it is less than a year old. The best choice may be a varnish made just for old paintings but they are usually not available in spray cans.
old wood for replacement piecesFrom: johnsonpc@carrinter.net Where can I advertise 100 year old assorted boards (an old house in Michigan) for use in replacement pieces for old furniture?
Re: old wood for replacement piecesFrom: james Why not right here. State the kinds of wood, condition, etc.
Preserving old drawingsFrom: AntiqueResources.com CommentsI'm not sure where to begin my search for information but thought I'd begin here. I have in my possession, 30-40 old pencil drawings done by my great grandfather John Abrahamson, in the late 1800's. I'm sure they have no monetary value, but have great sentimental value to me. These drawings were stored in an old trunk, rolled up in groups of 5-7 drawings each. The paper is fairly heavy but is now dry and very brittle and cracks and crumbles when moved. Is there any way to "humidify" the paper enough that these drawings could be unrolled, flattened to be displayed under glass in a frame? Any help you could give me would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Re: Preserving old drawingsFrom: James I think you need a trained document conservator. If you go to this site. http://palimpsest.stanford.edu/aic/faic/refer.html And AIC will refer a conservator.
rotted window trimFrom: HomeFinishes Any help in obtaining an address to send to for a good wood hardener - one that will make old wooden windows that are very punky and soft useable again?? thanks
Re: rotted window trimFrom: Jim Antique Works Minwax makes a good one part that you can brush on. It should work fine as long as it is sealed over w/ paint or varnish.
Re: rotted window trimFrom: james
Re: rotted window trimFrom: Jim Antique Works
J.P. Coats cabinets/desksFrom: Jim Burnett
Re: J.P. Coats cabinets/desksFrom: Jim Antique Works
Brass Cleaning/RestorationFrom: Randy C. Cleveland Thanks in advance. Randy rclevlnd@mail.bright.net
Re: Brass Cleaning/RestorationFrom: Jim Antique Works Test it with a magnet if it is brass or brass plate over pot metal the magnet will not stick. If it is brass or brass plate you can strip the paint w/ commercial stripper and then polish it. You should dismantle lamp before stripping so as not to damage wiring. While you have it apart you should replace any old wire and check sockets to be sure they ar in good condition.
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