Abercorn Workshop Blog

Does Refinishing Antique Furniture Devalue It?

Does Refinishing Antique Furniture Devalue It? This is a question I get asked a lot. The short answer? Only if it’s overdone.  If you take an old piece and strip it right back, replace big chunks of timber, or slap on a shiny modern finish, then yes, you’ll probably knock some value off. But ifContinue reading

How to Tell If Old Furniture Is Worth Restoring or Valuable

How to Tell If Old Furniture Is Worth Restoring or Valuable People often ask me whether a piece of old furniture is worth restoring. The truth is, it depends, and not just on what it’s worth in money, but on what it means to you. Sometimes a customer brings in something that’s not valuable inContinue reading

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