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Wed, Jan 25, 12 at 10:40
| I recently purchased a nice mid century dining set at the thrift store. Overall in nice condition. I'll reupholster chairs for sure. The wood finish is pretty nice - a little dull overall with a few areas of wear. It doesn't need to be completely refinished. Is there a product that after a light sanding, I could apply over the top to blend and update the finish? Color is good as is. Thank you! |
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- Posted by concretenprimroses (My Page) on Wed, Jan 25, 12 at 11:43
| Congrats on a nice find! If the upholstery is original you might consider putting the new over the old in such a way it could be restored if you ever want to sell to a collector. Kind of dull drab was in for dining chairs then. I cant remember the name of the stuff I used on my grandmother's bureau, but i suggest you check with the GW furniture forum. (link below) Good luck |
Here is a link that might be useful: Garden web Furniture forum
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| Good old Old English works wonders on tired furniture. There are also wax based products that are buffed into old finishes to give them new life. |
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| Check this out. Howard Feed and Wax is the product I was thinking of. I haven't actually used it, but this gal gets great results! |
Here is a link that might be useful: That Old House Blog
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| Renu A Finish works great on worn wood. Brings it back to its' original state. Comes in different wood tones. You wipe it on, let it set a bit, then buff it off. It's sold at HD and I'm sure other hardware stores. |
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| Thanks for the suggestions! I'll check them out. |
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