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  1. What to use to rejuvenate Piano finish French Polishing

    Started by FenceFurniture, 17th April 2024 11:57 PM
    • Replies: 5
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    FenceFurniture
    19th April 2024, 08:03 AM Go to last post

  2. matching walnut colour with French polish

    Started by gda27, 7th November 2019 12:33 PM
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    auscab
    10th March 2024, 09:17 PM Go to last post

  3. Repairing an old floor mirror

    Started by mic-d, 27th February 2024 05:38 PM
    18 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
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    mic-d
    28th February 2024, 01:46 PM Go to last post

  4. Wood Species

    Started by daveone23, 14th February 2024 01:23 AM
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    daveone23
    14th February 2024, 01:23 AM Go to last post

  5. Stanley number 1

    Started by Poloris, 1st February 2024 11:15 PM
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    Poloris
    6th February 2024, 12:33 AM Go to last post

  6. Smile Parker teak veneer sideboard and table restoration advice

    Started by DanDav, 3rd February 2024 03:51 PM
    8 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 0
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    DanDav
    3rd February 2024, 03:51 PM Go to last post

  7. Looking for assistance identify the furniture type using this handle

    Started by Blackout, 20th January 2024 10:20 PM
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    Blackout
    20th January 2024, 10:20 PM Go to last post

  8. Restoration of old organ

    Started by David N, 14th January 2024 10:23 AM
    • Replies: 1
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    auscab
    14th January 2024, 10:36 AM Go to last post

  9. Door Restoration

    Started by VILKIM, 27th December 2023 06:09 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
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    auscab
    1st January 2024, 11:04 AM Go to last post

  10. Finish softens with meths - what is it

    Started by Arron, 19th December 2023 09:56 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
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    rustynail
    21st December 2023, 02:26 PM Go to last post

  11. 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: 2,276
    wood spirit
    25th November 2023, 03:25 PM Go to last post

  12. veneer table top

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

  13. Question Help! What species are these floorboards?

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

  14. dresser restoration

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

  15. 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

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

    Started by Anotherplane, 5th October 2023 08:06 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,388
    ubeaut
    7th October 2023, 10:18 AM Go to last post

  17. Blackwood Chair Restore

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

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

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

  19. Sewing Machine Cabinet

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

  20. Restoring veneer

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

  21. 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

  22. 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

  23. 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

  24. 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

  25. 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

  26. 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

  27. Red face 1920's Cedar Honour Board.

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

  28. Barstools from ikia

    Started by AlexOsk, 5th May 2023 07:06 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,663
    Marc
    8th June 2023, 04:57 PM Go to last post

  29. Staining a small antique tool chest

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

  30. Mahogany Extension Table Restoration

    Started by auscab, 26th December 2017 12:32 AM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    39 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 3,918
    auscab
    10th March 2023, 03:03 PM Go to last post

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