Things I don’t do, but links to those that do.

I’m a cabinetmaker in the traditional sense in that I build and restore free-standing furniture. So, I don’t do built-in cabinetry like kitchens or bookshelves. I recommend contacting:

For metal conservation, including outdoor sculptures, I recommend contacting:

I don’t do upholstery, but I often work with upholsterers to repair the wooden frames of upholstered furniture. Be wary of upholsters that offer to do structural or cosmetic repairs to the wooden parts of furniture. Conversely, be wary of cabinetmakers offering upholstery services. These are both highly skilled trades but very different. You wouldn’t go to a dentist to to have your eyes examined!!!!

I suggest you read my blog entry (coming soon) about upholstered furniture. But if you just need a recommendation, here they are:

  • Cromer’s Upholstery - ynotfurniture@yahoo.com

  • Advance Upholstery - ‭(336) 682-7294‬

  • Robin Clark - ‭(336) 408-0444

For conservation or museum upholstery I recommend:

  • Mike Mascelli in Upstate New York - ‭(518) 618-5699‬ - threadclips@juno.com

  • Leroy Graves in Williamsburg, VA (I suggest calling Colonial Williamsburg or MESDA for Mr. Graves contact information)

I don’t weave seats: cane, rush, shaker tape, etc, but I often perform structural repairs for seat weavers prior to them installing new seats. Weaving is a highly skilled trade. I suggest reading my blog entry for upholsterers as it also applies to seat weavers.

I only strip furniture on rare occasion. Please read this blog entry (coming soon) for more info on the many types of stripping, when to strip and when not to strip. But if you just need a recommended strip shop, here it is:

  • David E. Day Paint Company - Winston Salem, NC - ‭(336) 722-9144‬

  • The Strip Shop - Greensboro, NC - (336) 274-5464

I don’t appraise furniture or artifacts, but I often assist museums, collectors and appraisers with dating and identifying details of objects such as tool marks and hardware. I suggest you read this blog entry (coming soon) that explains appraising and authenticating, but if you simply want some names of appraisers, here they are:

You can search for appraisers or get more information here:

https://www.isa-appraisers.org

or here:

https://www.appraisers.org

I don’t buy furniture or objects. If you have nice things and need to downsize, here are some options.

I recommend contacting an appraiser if you want to know the value or history of your object.

I seldom work on-site, but there are plenty of people who have vans full of tools and supplies who will come to you. Be aware that they may not be able to perform complex treatments that would require a studio space with good lighting, dedicated workbenches, tools and supplies. That being said, here are some very good on-site specialists:

  • Tom Del Vecchio - ‭(336) 689-3927‬

  • Executive Office Repair - ‭(336) 817-7400‬

I currently do not spray lacquer or other ‘high-tech’ coatings. While these MIGHT be more suitable for situations requiring tough finishes (children commercial situations, etc), I don’t think they are a suitable for period furniture for numerous reasons outlined in this blog entry (coming soon) which I recommend reading. But, if you just need someone to put a tough finish on your dining room table here are some options:

Other businesses I recommend:

Interior Design - Trouvaille Home - https://www.trouvaillehome.com

Mid-Century Modern Furniture - JD Salvager - https://jdsalvager.com

Heller Conservation Services - https://hellerconservationservices.com They are located in Middle Tennessee so they may be geographically closer to you than I am.

Buckeye Advisors - https://www.buckeyeadvisors.net Like their website says: “For when you need more than a mover” The staff at Buckeye will assist you in downsizing as well as moving.