looking to get my dining room table refinished. i've heard of places that dip the piece to remove all the old finish. anyone have information on that?
Stephanie G. replied:
I've heard mixed things about "dipping" vs "stripping". What I was told is sometimes when something is "dipped" the chemicals seep into the wood to the extent they seep back out over time after the piece is done. I had Old Science Furniture Refinishing in NE do a piece for me once - magnificent work - but the cost of refinishing far surpassed the value of the piece.
Stephanie G. replied:
The Tweaker Wood Refinisher who lives in Webber Camden might be able to refinish it for you. Her name is Tresa Booth, phone 612-296-6221. She specializes in doing woodwork in houses, but she may be able to refinish or "renew" your table too.
Our mail slot cover from our Tudor House is missing. I took some pictures of our neighbors who have an identical mail cover. The company that made these mail slots in...
Greg S. replied:
I would try looking at Bauer Brothers.
Ann B. replied:
Ah! Bauer Brothers on N. 2 nd. Go there first! They have nearly EVERYTHING. But dress warm and bring a good flashlight. It's huge and cold. Also do not bring small children - it's dangerous, stuff all over the place.
Ann B. replied:
Check Architectural Antiques in Northeast Mpls.
Randy K. replied:
Don't forget Guilded Salvage, they're on Lyndale just north of the RR tracks http://www.guildedsalvage.com/
Anyone have any leads on radiators other than Bauer Bros? Anyone out there have any extras laying around somewhere or know a house they are being removed from?
Monique A. replied:
Guilded Salvage up across from McDonald's on Lyndale has a lot of them... www.guildedsalvage.com
Does anyone have any suggestions on great little shops to visit in Minneapolis? Already on my list is an architectural antique store and Hunt and Gather.
I love paper,...
Shelby A. replied:
Paper Source is pretty awesome. I think it's close to 50 th and France Ave, if I'm not mistaken.
Since I’ve been on a bit of a brunch kick, I have another outta-the-park spot to share with you. Coalition Restaurant in Excelsior, on the same block as my favorite...