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front door hardward | entry set | restore

This before and after is of a very large (5 inch diameter) set of front door hardware that probably dates back to the 60's.  Our customer chose an oil rubbed bronze and oil "living" finish that will change over time.

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cut glass candelabra | sterling silver | restoration

This pair of beautiful cut glass candelabras had to be totally disassembled, the cut glass hand cleaned and the sterling silver polished to a mirror finish before being reassembled by our shop.

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exterior handles | hardware restoration | satin finish lacquer

exterior handles | hardware restoration | satin finish lacquer

All these two 24" exterior stainless steel handles needed was our satin finish with two coats of clear lacquer and they look as good as new.

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towel rack | fabricate missing parts | butler brass lacquer | after

towel rack | fabricate missing parts | butler brass lacquer

A soft butler brass finish with a coating of a low luster lacquer was provided on this great towel floor rack.  We also fabricated the missing rod and caps to bring it back to it's original condition.

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polished brass lacquer | ship porthole | after

polished brass lacquer | ship porthole

Here is an authentic ship porthole that had to weigh over 70 pounds.  Our customer wanted a polished brass and clear lacquer finish before he made a poolside table out of it.

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lantern restoration | hand satin finish | after

lantern restoration | hand satin finish

Just look at what was hiding under all those year of dirt and grime!  The etched glass on this lantern could not be removed, so it was carefully masked, then given a hand satin finish with a final coating of wax.

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table lamp repair | soldering | re-wiring | after 2

table lamp repair | soldering | re-wiring

This table lamp had a break just above the socket where it is handled most for adjusting it's direction.  It was soldered into position, then colored to blend in with the existing finish.  New wiring was also provided.

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powder coating | outdoor furniture | restore

powder coating | outdoor furniture | restore

Did you know that we also offer powder coating in a rainbow of colors?  This table and chair set was given new life with a great finish for outdoor applications.  We also provided the new stained walnut seats and table top.

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antique restoration | brass scale | marble base | after

antique restoration | brass scale | marble base

Here is a before and after of an antique brass scale with a marble base.  We returned it to it's original condition by hand cleaning the marble base and gave the brass a  polished finish.  A coating of lacquer was applied to help prevent it from tarnishing.

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lighting restoration | crystal replacement | re-wiring | after

lighting restoration | crystal replacement | re-wiring

This wedding cake fixture had been waiting for us in storage for many years.  It was given what we call a soft, butler brass finish, then lacquered to keep it from tarnishing.  The crystal was individually hand cleaned and hung.

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