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There are so many chair styles; it may be confusing. While many chair bases may seem similar, the chair back style is a defining feature and has been for centuries. This chair style guide can help you identify your piece for purchase, restoration, and appraisal. These are some of the most common types of chair…
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The History of Duncan Phyfe Furniture In the United States, we have many furniture styles that have survived the centuries and still have an impact. But there are few American furniture makers we still remember today. Duncan Phyfe is an exception. Coming to the U.S. in 1784 from Scotland, he established himself as a…
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What is Cane Furniture? You have probably heard both the terms wicker and cane furniture tossed around. Cane refers to the grass used in some kinds of wicker furniture, with Arundo grass found in the Mediterranean and East Asia, and Arundinaria common in the Americas. Wicker is the process through which cane furniture is…
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Wicker furniture has been a popular choice for indoor and outdoor use for centuries and is still a fantastic look today. Used on a porch, patio, or deck, its colonial stylings are always in fashion. Wicker is a natural product, usually weaved with reeds or plant fibers, with the material suiting its seating environment. Whether…
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Whether you’re buying a new sofa or considering reupholstering an existing couch, sofa cushion stuffing is a complex topic that seems like an enigma wrapped in mystery. When you go to a furniture store, you’ll see countless sofa cushion filling options of differing foam densities, some wrapped in down/feather mixes, some wrapped in dacron or…
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The types of wood finishes we have today come from centuries of artisans and craftsmen perfecting natural wood finishing techniques. When we uncover beautiful antique wooden furniture, it’s easy to find the skill of the maker in the workmanship, but the finish is often faded due to age and other factors. Early antique wood finishes,…
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If you own antique furniture, you know your pieces need more attention and care than your average furniture. The best way to care for your antique furniture and ensure that it stays safe is through planned preservation. By caring for your antique wood furniture before problems arise, you’ll save on refinishing and repair costs and…
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If you’ve been the victim of a home fire, your smoke damaged kitchen cabinets might not be the first thing on your mind after you’re safe and sound. However, even a small kitchen fire can cause a significant amount of smoke damage to your kitchen cabinets. After you’ve sorted everything out, should you repair and…
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You’ve just uncovered some furniture from the attic or been gifted some pieces from a relative’s will. Maybe you’ve even picked up a beautiful wood table or set of chairs from a yard sale or flea market. How can you identify an antique piece of furniture to find out if it is a treasure or…
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If you have conference tables that need refinishing, avoid DIY and consider a professional furniture restoration company. A beautiful conference table makes a difference in your business, whether it’s your first impression to a new client, or for daily meeting usage. Take care of your conference table with refinishing, repairs to any damage, refreshing the…
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