Furniture Restoration

Furniture Restoration

These tips will help restore antiques after a fire or water damage.

Damage caused by water

* Dry the piece was entirely for putting them into an area slightly warm with a constant temperature of about 70 degrees Fahrenheit and the constant movement of air.
Note: If the place is too hot, wood dries too fast and crack. If it is too cold, too dry slowly and stop mildew on the wood.
* Begin the drying process immediately or water will seep into the wood and cause more damage.

The elimination of white spots

* Rub with a damp cotton cloth and a buffing solution composed of a toothpaste and 50/50 mixture of baking soda.
* Buff the area with another cloth.
* If this does not remove stains, a professional process that will be used. (Hyperlink to catering)

The elimination of black spots

Black spots indicate that water has eaten through the finish and wood where mold is growing. The goal must be completely eliminated and wood should be treated with chlorine to kill mold before a new finish is applied. You may need professional help to remove black spots.

The repair sheet metal buckle

* Using a hypodermic syringe needle, inject a base of blue water diluted with 10 percent of water between furniture and the base plate buckle.
* Set the plate to the piece using a plastic sheet and a block of wood at the top of the sheet.
* Let dry well before withdrawing.

Fire Damage

If your ex has suffered extensive blistering and song should be stripped completely and Refinish. For small facelifts, follow these steps:

Small localized burns

* Implement a professional Refinish the place with a cotton swab.
* Scrape off the charred section of the piece with a penknife.
* Apply a clear finish painting or the site in small doses until the ground coincides with the appearance of the piece.

Getting rid of the smell of smoke

To remove odors of smoke inside the cabinet or drawer, put little to cool the air inside the cabinet and the wood will absorb the scent of freshener.