Thread: Advice for a first timer restoring an old radiogram

Hi,

I'm a total noob trying out my first project.

It's an old radiogram (I picked up 2 for $25!) and I've just jumped right in but am now in need of some guidance.

I've removed the damaged veneer from the top ( I figured I can replace this area and it wont look too bad ).

I've sanded back the panels but am a bit stuck now.

So here are my questions....

Can someone help me identify the veneer, I'm thinking walnut? and with that in mind point me in the direction of somewhere i can get some more to fix the top area of the piece.

Second, what is best to use to stick-down lifting veneer? there are a couple of places where it is lifting just a bit ( not enough to warrant total removal ) and I'm not sure what to do.

Here are some pics to help...