Furniture Medic by MasterCare Experts Fabricates Custom Kitchen Island
The kitchen is the heart of the home. Meals are prepared in the kitchen and families also tend to share their meals in this space. It is important for the kitchen to be designed and set up to the homeowner’s liking to ensure that it can be used efficiently. Unfortunately, there is also a risk of water damage occurring in the kitchen if there are issues with the plumbing. Significant water damage can destroy kitchen furniture made from wood and other porous materials. At Furniture Medic by MasterCare Experts, we...
read moreFurniture Medic by MasterCare Experts Restores 1913 Greek Army Trunk
At Furniture Medic by MasterCare Experts, we understand that antique furniture and accessories are more than just objects that families have held on to, they are a part of a family’s history. Passing down items like antique furniture connects generations as a family member can enjoy a piece of furniture in the present time that originally came from an ancestor they never met. When a piece of furniture is so connected to the history of the family, it makes the restoration of the piece to its original appearance that much more...
read moreFurniture Medic Restores and Reupholsters Water Damaged Vintage Sofa
Water can be a source of significant damage in homes and buildings, whether from a flood, leak, or overflow. The reason water can cause serious damage is because it can get absorbed into porous building materials and furnishings which puts these materials at risk for warping, staining, rotting, structural damage, and mold growth. Furniture is especially susceptible to water damage because the wood, upholstery, and padding or cushions are all porous and will quickly absorb water. When furniture is affected by excess water or...
read moreFurniture Medic Fabricates Custom Conference Table for New Business
When a new business is started, that business looks to make an immediate impact. New businesses want to show that they belong and instill confidence among their team that their company is here to stay. An important element behind the success of any company is good communication, planning, and execution. Where do the team members of a business get together to discuss business strategy? At the heart of all meetings within a company is the conference room table. The conference table is the equivalent of the dinner table...
read moreFurniture Medic by MasterCare Experts Restores Wet Kitchen Cabinets
The kitchen is often central to a home as this is where families gather for meals and homeowners entertain guests. A kitchen also has a major effect on the value of a home as kitchen remodeling is the number one project that increases home value. While homeowners tend to keep their kitchens neat and clean, there is one element that can cause damage in a kitchen seemingly out of nowhere: water. Water leaks and overflows can cause considerable damage to the porous building materials in a kitchen, including the wood...
read moreRepair of Peeling Foil Wrapped Wooden Doors
A lot of the furniture found in homes is made of wood for multiple reasons. Wood has a natural beauty that adds to the look of a space and it is durable enough to last for years with the proper care. However, there are things in your home that can cause significant damage to your wooden furniture: water and heat. Wood is a porous material that absorbs water and when this happens, wood furniture can become weakened and rotted and the adhesives and paint can also become damaged. Heat from appliances like the oven can...
read moreFurniture Medic by MasterCare Experts Fabricates Wooden Sink Cabinet to Match Old Metal Cabinet
One of the beautiful things about furniture is that there are many pieces out there that are unique, either because they were handmade or are one of the last surviving examples of an old piece. Antique furniture is valuable in a monetary and sentimental sense, and in many cases, antiques are family heirlooms that have been handed down for multiple generations, making them a piece of a family’s history. However, when an antique piece is heavily damaged, the best thing that can be done to replace it is to fabricate a new piece to...
read moreWhy You Should Refinish Your Kitchen Cabinets Instead of Replacing Them
A brand-new look to the kitchen requires an evaluation of the cabinetry. Old cabinet features can dampen the spirits of the home cook as entertaining is done in an outdated kitchen nook. When debating new kitchen cabinets, consider that refinishing has three major benefits over replacement. Refinishing cabinets is a straightforward process. The cabinet contractor keeps the current cabinetry in place but changes visual elements. The old paint or stain is removed; the surface is sanded; minor repairs are made; and, finally, new paint or stain...
read moreHow to Choose a Furniture Restoration Company
If your residential or commercial property suffers damage due to a disaster, then you may find that more than just the building’s structure has been harmed. Your personal belongings may have been damaged as well. Take a flooded home for example. The floodwater will damage walls, flooring, and personal belongings such as furniture. Many pieces of furniture are made of wood, which is particularly concerning because of wood’s porous nature. This means the wooden furniture will absorb the water and continue to do so until the water...
read moreHow Wood Furniture Restoration and Refinishing Gives New Life to your Furniture
In nearly every home, you are likely to find wood furniture and furniture that contains some level of wood construction. Wood furniture is chosen because of its natural beauty and durability, and it can even be seen as a status symbol. Wood has been used to build all types of furniture since ancient times from chairs and tables to cabinets. The ancient Egyptians even built King Tut’s throne out of wood covered in sheets of gold and silver. While the style of wood furniture has changed dramatically since ancient times, it is...
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