How do I restore these chairs?

by Kelly Maxwell

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My husband found these 2 lovelies on the side of the road. Anyone know wgat era they’re from? And how would I restore them

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Susan on Mar 23, 2019

Yes!

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Oliva on Mar 23, 2019

Absolutely!

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Vernese on Mar 23, 2019

Yes, restore by painting or staining. I would lightlly sand them first.

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- Kelly Maxwell on Mar 23, 2019
  
  I would like to stain them in a light color stain Would that work very well they are stained brown right now. Was wondering how hard it would be to give them a light color
  
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Kelly Denoyer Russell on Mar 23, 2019

Yes!

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Ann|The Apple Street Cottage on Mar 23, 2019

I would not paint these beautiful chairs. Remove the rest of the finish and then refinish them. Homer Formbys' Furniture Refinisher and Tung Oil are a great way to do this!

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Wise Little Owl Furniture on Mar 23, 2019

I think a good cleaning, and Howard’s Restor-a-Finish would work well!

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Kelly Maxwell on Mar 23, 2019

Anyone know what era these chairs came from?

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Columbia GB on Mar 25, 2019

Ditto on DO NOT repaint these truly unique chairs. What a find! Love those arms. I agree with Ann, use the high quality re-finisher Formbys. Formbys will also lighten old discolored finishes. Test it under the seat.

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Kelly Maxwell on Mar 25, 2019

Thanks guys. Anyone know about what era they come from?

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