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Should I Restore or Purchase New?
August 17, 2011 11:37:58am
Furniture restoration has become quite the trend in America thanks to shows like “The Picker Sisters,” and “American Pickers”. However, the concept of updating old pieces of furniture to look new is far from new. It’s a great way to save money, get creative, and find new uses for old furniture in your home.
Restoring Tradition
The furniture you own is a classic part of your history. That old dining room table or chair in the corner has seen your comings and goings for years and has been an essential piece of background for moments in your life that have started with the words, “Do you remember when…” You can restore the life of its look without losing the intricate details that make it your style.
Bad Practices in New Furniture Construction
In today’s unstable economy, production of everything from silverware to nightstands have suffered. In fact, most new furniture is made from ground paper and wood pulp with an ever thinning wood veneer and construction techniques that are questionable at best. Moreover, the use of plastics is at an all time high. What’s more shocking is that even though new furniture is made with poor materials, it is still more expensive to repair than older pieces.
Better for the Environment
Are you constantly looking for new ways to give back to the environment and reduce your carbon footprint? If so, it’s important to look at furniture restoration to save from the cutting down more trees to build new pieces of furniture.
Whether it is your grandfather’s desk or your mother’s chair, your furniture is a part of your family passed down by generations. Protect it with the help of Jacksonville Furniture Refinishing and Upholstery. Contact us today for more information about our restoration process.
