This is a Philco radio from 1942 that receives AM and shortwave radio. I unfortunately didn't take any before photos, but the old finish was faded … [Read more...] about 1942 Philco Radio Restoration
Misc Items Before and After Restoration
Gilt frames, clock cases, radio cabinets, and decorative items.
Gilt Display Case Repair
This gilt frame used to display an antique hand fan had a broken bottom, from when it fell of the wall. To repair it, I first removed the glass, … [Read more...] about Gilt Display Case Repair
Banjo Clock Case Repair
This antique banjo clock was brought in to repair the bottom of the case. It looked like someone glued it before, but not very well. In an … [Read more...] about Banjo Clock Case Repair
Antique Model Sailboat Restoration
Vintage and antique model sailboats make great decorative objects. On occasion I have an opportunity to restore one. Restoration of the wooden … [Read more...] about Antique Model Sailboat Restoration
Trumeau Mirror Restoration
This 19th century trumeau mirror had been stored in the client's barn for several years. Before giving an estimate, it first had to acclimate to my … [Read more...] about Trumeau Mirror Restoration
Miniature Stagecoach Repair
Every now and then I'm asked to restore items other than furniture. Like this miniature replica of a 19th century stagecoach with 4 horses. This … [Read more...] about Miniature Stagecoach Repair
Gilt Federal Mirror Restoration
This 19th century gilt Federal mirror has a flat flaring pediment with blocked ends and a band of suspended spheres. Restoration included replacing … [Read more...] about Gilt Federal Mirror Restoration
Antique Sconce Repair
Restoration for these 2 antique wall sconces included repair, re-wiring, and gilding. Both had bent arms, and several of the glass balls had fallen … [Read more...] about Antique Sconce Repair
Mahogany Front Door Refinishing
Refinishing this mahogany front door was pre-scheduled so that it could be removed and worked on at the shop as quickly as possible. During this time … [Read more...] about Mahogany Front Door Refinishing
Clock Door Repair
This clock door, which goes to an antique tall case clock, had a broken frame and glass. To repair it, I removed the broken pieces of glass and … [Read more...] about Clock Door Repair
Plant Stand Repair
This antique plant stand with barley twist legs needed to be re-assembled, touched up, and polished. Some of the parts were split and broken, but … [Read more...] about Plant Stand Repair