I say leave as is just refinish the shelves
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Sharlene Dauberman on Mar 29, 2015Yes! I have one and I also need the glass! But they are really beautiful! I think the wood should stay nat!uralHelpful Reply
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Nancy on Mar 29, 2015You may like to try a refinishing kit. Read the directions and find one that ONLY removes top layer of old varnish. I have used it on several pieces of furniture like your cabinet. Then you can apply the stain of your choice. It is not that time consuming. The beauty of the piece when finished will make your friend quite envious and sorry that she gave it away. A little bit of work, time and patience will make this old piece really come to life. Please don't JUST paint it.Helpful Reply
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Curtis Mikolaiczik on Mar 29, 2015I don't have any painted furniture except for my 1980s nightstand I had growing up. I love the integrity of the piece. Where do I find a kit at? Home depot or lowes?Helpful Reply
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Drprof on Mar 30, 2015I would leave the outside just as it is. Have you seen where they use something to cover either the selves or put on the back of book cases or behind selves? It has got a pattern on it with a color? I have seen wrapping paper used and it is lovely! otherwise you could do the selves in black with a pale gold edge to them and leave the outside wood. just do a good clean to the outside wood.Helpful Reply
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Lois on Mar 30, 2015First I would flip,the shelves over and see if the other side is good. If not I would sand then stainHelpful Reply
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Curtis Mikolaiczik on Mar 30, 2015Here is what she looks like today. I used old english lemon oil to shine it up after using murphys to clean her up.Helpful Reply
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Swan Road Designs on Mar 30, 2015Looks as though all it really needed was to have the wood nourished, which is what the oil did for it. Later, if you want to add some dimension to it, you might consider having a thin mirror cut to fit the whole inside back. You'd be surprised how much difference that makes. I can't tell if you have replaced the curved glass in the door. If not, that will be your most costly repair. Curved glass is tricky. I did that with a huge bow front cabinet that is over 100-years-old and everything in it now looks so lovely. The mirror allows all sides of the china and glassware to be enjoyed.Helpful Reply
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Marion Nesbitt on Apr 01, 2015Look great.Helpful Reply
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Mcgypsy9 on Aug 14, 2015What a gorgeous piece! Replacing that glass might be a bit pricey but if you can afford it, go for it! If not you could always take the other glass out (if it's not permanently attached) and maybe do like chicken wire in it. I would actually hate that on this piece but it is an option. I sure wish someone would give me a piece like this : ) Great Score!Helpful Reply
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