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  1. Help to identify a very unique set of drawers

    Started by la Huerta, 20th November 2023 05:04 PM
    antique, drawers, vintage 7 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 1,044
    wood spirit
    25th November 2023, 03:25 PM Go to last post

  2. veneer table top

    Started by daveone23, 13th November 2023 06:55 AM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 242
    daveone23
    13th November 2023, 06:55 AM Go to last post

  3. Question Help! What species are these floorboards?

    Started by Heritage_SansS, 3rd November 2023 08:43 AM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
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    clear out
    12th November 2023, 07:51 AM Go to last post

  4. dresser restoration

    Started by xtratoy, 24th October 2023 09:06 AM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 311
    xtratoy
    24th October 2023, 09:06 AM Go to last post

  5. Chaise red cedar carved frame with rattan mesh - seeking advice

    Started by Blackout, 13th October 2023 11:36 AM
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    • Replies: 1
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    rustynail
    13th October 2023, 04:14 PM Go to last post

  6. How much cleaning is too much on antiques...

    Started by Anotherplane, 5th October 2023 08:06 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 545
    ubeaut
    7th October 2023, 10:18 AM Go to last post

  7. Blackwood Chair Restore

    Started by thumbsucker, 2nd October 2023 10:40 PM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 248
    thumbsucker
    2nd October 2023, 10:40 PM Go to last post

  8. Can anyone recommend anyone who can laminate veneer my existing kitchen counter top?

    Started by barrysumpter, 27th September 2023 05:09 PM
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 566
    419
    29th September 2023, 02:06 PM Go to last post

  9. Sewing Machine Cabinet

    Started by Chris Parks, 4th February 2018 12:18 PM
    15 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
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    Brigalow
    29th September 2023, 11:41 AM Go to last post

  10. Restoring veneer

    Started by rowan.bradley, 26th September 2023 08:52 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 242
    auscab
    27th September 2023, 12:46 AM Go to last post

  11. Refinishing advice for old wanlnut(?) table with peg divots

    Started by DaveX, 21st September 2023 06:17 AM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
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    jack620
    25th September 2023, 03:55 AM Go to last post

  12. Vulpex Liquid Soap - any thoughts/experience?

    Started by Clinton1, 21st August 2023 04:34 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
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    dubrosa22
    23rd August 2023, 08:16 PM Go to last post

  13. Antique double doors - from heritage bank of NSW

    Started by Jess.W, 30th July 2023 06:41 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 14
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    rustynail
    3rd August 2023, 05:19 PM Go to last post

  14. Advice on table top repair needed

    Started by Huon pine fan, 16th July 2023 01:07 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
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    jack620
    16th July 2023, 01:28 PM Go to last post

  15. Late 90's / 00's Pine Bedroom Suite Light Surface Reno

    Started by chrismojay, 4th July 2023 08:31 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
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    Tonyz
    7th July 2023, 08:46 PM Go to last post

  16. Cintique armchair repair

    Started by russ57, 25th June 2023 03:51 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
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    russ57
    25th June 2023, 09:31 PM Go to last post

  17. Red face 1920's Cedar Honour Board.

    Started by Brigalow, 11th June 2023 03:26 PM
    8 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 1,119
    auscab
    12th June 2023, 11:10 PM Go to last post

  18. Barstools from ikia

    Started by AlexOsk, 5th May 2023 07:06 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 973
    Marc
    8th June 2023, 04:57 PM Go to last post

  19. Staining a small antique tool chest

    Started by BEM, 6th March 2023 09:38 AM
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    1 2
    26 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
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    BEM
    11th April 2023, 04:36 PM Go to last post

  20. Mahogany Extension Table Restoration

    Started by auscab, 26th December 2017 12:32 AM
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    1 2
    39 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 22
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    auscab
    10th March 2023, 03:03 PM Go to last post

  21. Restoring oak Demilune table

    Started by rowan.bradley, 6th March 2023 06:16 AM
    8 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 420
    auscab
    10th March 2023, 08:43 AM Go to last post

  22. Pembroke Table question

    Started by Anotherplane, 25th February 2023 08:10 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 894
    Anotherplane
    2nd March 2023, 02:27 AM Go to last post

  23. Tool chest light restoration

    Started by The Spin Doctor, 23rd February 2023 05:53 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 437
    The Spin Doctor
    27th February 2023, 06:07 PM Go to last post

  24. Restore the leather surface of an English desk without replacement?

    Started by Tobias Claren, 20th February 2023 07:41 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 536
    China
    23rd February 2023, 12:39 AM Go to last post

  25. Red Mahogany House

    Started by froger, 13th February 2023 09:23 AM
    • Replies: 3
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    Mobyturns
    14th February 2023, 07:48 PM Go to last post

  26. Restoring a confessional booth.

    Started by dingolingo, 31st January 2023 12:50 PM
    11 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
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    orraloon
    1st February 2023, 05:28 PM Go to last post

  27. How does acetone effect patina?

    Started by greeno1645, 27th January 2023 01:26 PM
    • Replies: 3
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    yvan
    28th January 2023, 08:22 AM Go to last post

  28. Advice for Antique Rocking Horse Mane Removal.

    Started by dyl, 27th January 2023 07:19 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
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    bruceward51
    28th January 2023, 08:08 AM Go to last post

  29. Palisander table - one part is lighter than the rest

    Started by malteekj, 27th January 2023 07:17 AM
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    • Replies: 7
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    auscab
    28th January 2023, 12:03 AM Go to last post

  30. Camphor sea chest

    Started by Tonyz, 11th January 2023 09:18 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 699
    Tonyz
    11th January 2023, 09:22 PM Go to last post
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