Suggestions for furniture repair?
Andrea asks via Twitter:
(+) Inherited antique chairs from grandmother. (-) One leg broke off in transit. Recommendations for repair services welcome!
A lot stuff these days is either not well made to begin with, or just so cheap, that it doesn't end up getting repaired. But it's worth it for something like this -- even if it might be hard to find a shop.
So, got a suggestion for Andrea and her chair? Please share!
Earlier on AOA:
+ A place to get furniture re-finished?
+ A local Adirondack chair maker?
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Try Classic Interiors on Rte 9 in Clifton Park. They repaired some antique chairs of ours and guaranteed their work for life.
... said AddiesDad on Jan 23, 2014 at 7:13 PM | link
Contact the Arts Center in Troy. They often offer furniture making classes and the instructors are master craftsmen.
... said ace on Jan 24, 2014 at 9:04 AM | link
We've had Bruce at Townsel Upholstery on South Pearl reupholster some of our furniture. Quality work and reasonable prices.
... said Matthew on Jan 24, 2014 at 9:14 AM | link
Hudson Valley Restoration in Troy: http://hvrtroy.com
Pitkin Company Refinishers in Chatham: http://pitkincompany.com
Both specialize in antique restoration and I've used them both. I would stay away from a generalist and stick with an antiques expert.
... said Laura on Jan 24, 2014 at 10:07 AM | link
Check out http://www.sarahvadney.com/
... said Allison on Jan 25, 2014 at 2:41 AM | link
Playing on the Furniture in Troy.
https://www.facebook.com/Playingonthefurniture
... said Ryan Naylor on Jan 26, 2014 at 7:39 PM | link
Thanks all for the great recommendations. I ended up going with LaBatt Furniture Restoration in Brunswick: http://www.labattrestoration.com/
David picked up and dropped off the chair (others I called wouldn't do this -- problematic for me since my car is tiny), and he did an amazing job. I honestly can't even tell where the replaced part of the leg starts, it's that seamless.
I totally recommend David for any furniture restoration needs!
... said Andrea on Mar 11, 2014 at 1:52 PM | link