Hall Stand Restoration

Susie564

Hi,

I have a hall stand which came from the house my grandmother grew up in which I would like to get restored. I have no idea whether it has any monetary value but it is of great sentimental value to me and to other members of the family. I know nothing about antiques or furniture restoration and I am nervous of giving it to some cowboy!

Can anyone recommend a furniture restorer? And how does it work - do they come an look at it to give a quote or do I have to bring it to them? Will they look at photos and give me an idea of price? I'm in West Dublin but happy to travel!

Thanks,

Susie.

Susie564

This is herself btw in case it's of any relevance. She's a bit dirty as she's in storage while we have some work done in the house.

Judgement Day

Doesn't look like it needs more than a good polish - what's the matter with it?

Dr Strange

Judgement Day wrote: »

Doesn't look like it needs more than a good polish - what's the matter with it?

I was thinking the same. It looks great the way it is!

Susie564

The main problem is with the base - the veneer is cracked and has started to lift in places (it's hard to tell from the pictures as it is dirty - as I said it's out in the garage at the moment due to works in the house). The black trays are all damaged and the roundy things at the side are a bit wobbly. I'm afraid to put anything in them in case I damage them further and I would like to be able to use them.

One of the hooks came loose and over the years damaged the wood surrounding it. Some of the other hooks could do with some minor work to have them looking perfect! I was wondering if there was something I could do to revive the stone top?? There are a few minor scrapes etc. I would like to change the mirror but people keep telling me not to do that.

I suppose it's maybe more a maintenance job rather than full on restoration??

Judgement Day

Still looks good to me. The tin trays for the brollies to rest in should be okay with a few taps from a hammer to make them fit in place again and, with a drop of black paint, good for another 100 years. A little bit of wood stain and varnish should take care of the mark by the coat hook. I think you should accept that an old piece of furniture will show its age and is part of its character. Take the stand to a professional restorer and you will be charged more than it is worth for the same bit of work that I've outlined.

If you still feel the urge to have it professionally restored here's one business that may be able to help:

Euricka Antiques,

89 Francis Street, Dublin.8.

Tel: (01) 454 9779 or (086) 233 2747

Open: Mon/Sat. 10:00am – 6:00pm

Offer a full restoration service for items of furniture. French polishing and upholstery. Also cabinet making.

Susie564

Judgement Day wrote: »

Still looks good to me. The tin trays for the brollies to rest in should be okay with a few taps from a hammer to make them fit in place again and, with a drop of black paint, good for another 100 years. A little bit of wood stain and varnish should take care of the mark by the coat hook. I think you should accept that an old piece of furniture will show its age and is part of its character. Take the stand to a professional restorer and you will be charged more than it is worth for the same bit of work that I've outlined.

If you still feel the urge to have it professionally restored here's one business that may be able to help:

Euricka Antiques,

89 Francis Street, Dublin.8.

Tel: (01) 454 9779 or (086) 233 2747

Open: Mon/Sat. 10:00am – 6:00pm

Offer a full restoration service for items of furniture. French polishing and upholstery. Also cabinet making.

Ok....I'll have a think about it. Thanks for the advice.