Brunswick Furniture company

Good Morning, I recently purchased this Buffet and would like to restore it. My husband things its to far gone and we should fix it up and paint it. But I'm trying to find out how hard it is, or if it is possible to restore veneer. I have no idea what type of wood the veneer is. It was built be the Brunswick Furniture PTY LTD and I'm guessing its late 1930s- early 1940s. I could be wrong, but have looked into the builders and noticed they sold up the factory location back in 1950. Would like some help on a few things, If it is of any real value? Can veneer be restored (bottom right cupboard and top are dull like it has had the varnish removed)? Has anyone come across one like it. I love the frosted art deco glass in the front. I have zero restoring ability, but would like to do it as I have a family antique dinning table that also needs some work on the veneer. Am I crazy for trying?? Thanks to anyone who has a look.Attachment 271228Attachment 271227Attachment 271226

Does anyone know what the wood might be? Thanks

There is a product that I saw at a wood show which was demoed on a cabinet just like that one,came up great.
I think it was called Howards restore a finish.
If the timber is not damaged something like that may be the solution.

Probably wrong but I'll start the ball rolling - it looks like Queensland walnut.

Hi Erose - First best bet would be Polish Reviver this should bring it back to almost new so long as the finish is not badly crazed or flaking. It should easily get rid of the water damage on the door front and will give protection against future staining from water, alcohol and heat. If it doesn't work then nothing else will work either so your husband may then get his way with the paint.

Timber could be anything but from the pics I would guess it's most likely walnut. probably not Australian but more likely to be European or American walnut. Which was favoured for this style of veneered furniture.

Hope this is of some help.

Cheers - Neil :U
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