Kurt writes:
word from the owner of the restored Brunswick billiards table
In seeking out help to restore my antique billiards table, I contacted Furniture
Physicians as well as several other furniture restorers. Besides the significant
value of my table, it is more importantly a sentimental piece that reflects years
of memories between my father and myself. It was extremely important that I found
someone that understood what they were doing as well as attaining a comfort level
that they they would not harm the character of the table. While Furniture Physicians
are not experts in antique billiard tables, they are experts in wood restoration.
My table has 8 different types of wood veneers that were damaged in some fashion
as well as potential moisture concerns.
I have never refinished a piece of furniture before and had no real knowledge of
the processes that my table needed to go through. I did however know that I needed
to be careful and find someone that I could trust to restore my delicate table.
The owner Darrel Kestner was very patient in explaining all the potential concerns,
as well as explaining the restoration processes that my table would need to endure.
His knowledge was extremely comforting as we proceeded in the restoration process.
He and his staff kept me involved in each step of the process from drying, stripping,
repairing, and refinishing as well as facilitating some of the additional woodwork
needed to fully restore my table to it's original state. While I am extremely pleased
with the outcome of my table, a truer reflection of the work done is the compliments
I have received from several antique billiard table experts that have recently seen
my restored table. I highly recommend Furniture Physicians. The owner and their
staff did an amazing job on my table and I would definitely use them again in any
future projects
Thanks,
Kurt K.
Pickerington, OH
Cheryl writes:
From the owner of fire damaged furniture
In April of 2006, while my family vacationed in Florida, a fire gutted our home.
By the time we returned the house was in ruins and our belongings were coverd in
soot and water logged.
Much of our furniture was antique family pieces. Newer pieces, like my infant daughters
bed, were selected after a great deal of research and were no longer available.
Some things, picture frames, memnto boxes, a carved wooden elephant we bought on
our honeymoon, were simply irreplaceable.
This furniture was buried under soot, charred, and water damaged. Some pieces were
left outside near piles of debris. I THOUGHT WE HAD LOST EVERTHING.
A friend and co-worker, told me of a company that might be able to save some of
our belongings. I contacted Furniture Physicians and explained our situation. Annette,
one of the principal's of the company, set up an appointment to look at the furniture
the next day. She made a list of items she saw that could be restored based on what
she could see in the blackened interior. Ultimately she would make several visits
as we unearthed more and more pieces.
Furniture Physicians did it all; they arranged for all the needed paperwork, set
up pick-up and delivery, stored pieces, and personally worked with my husband and
myself in every step of the restoration process. Not only have the pieces been saved
but they never looked more beautiful!
I have personally worked in the insurance industry and I had no idea that this furniture
could be saved. I'm glad I found Furniture Physicians and will recommend them for
their integrity, professionalism, and obvious, talents.
Sincerely,
Cheryl A.,
Columbus, OH
Sue writes:
What a great job you did on restoring my parent's furniture! It was such a surprise
to see it almost as good as new. The new top on the buffet is perfect. The ability
you had to return the wood to it's original beauty was amazing. I wish I could express
my surprise when I was called to go and see the finished product. The care and devotion
everyone showed in the whole process of restoring our furniture spoke of everyone's
dedication to their craft, excellent customer service, and understanding of the
emotional value of items. I would recommend Furniture Physicians to anyone wanting
the best service, price, and finished product.
Sincerely,
Sue D.
New Albany, OH