• Do you have an antique or vintage piece of furniture that requires some work to its aesthetic appeal?
• Did you find a bargain piece of furniture at a garage sale that you’re looking to update?
• Are there rings or smudges on your antique furniture that regular polish won’t remove?
• Do you want to give your dresser or table a fresh coat of paint?

If you answered yes to any of the questions above, then it’s time to invest in furniture refinishing services by Jax Furniture Refinishing and Upholstering. Our Jacksonville, Florida, craftsman are proud of the work they provide and they meticulous focus they put in every project. Our furniture refinishing technicians will never strip your furniture of its unique detail and qualities. We work hard to enhance its original look, never hide it. Our focus lies in fixing existing problems, restoring original shine, and removing any stains that destroys the look and value of the piece.

Why Refinish?

In addition to cost, there are environmental benefits of furniture refinishing. Furniture refinishing significantly reduces the impact of carbon on the environment. As opposed to buying new furniture, refinishing saves an estimated 124.08 tons of carbon dioxide per property. In other words, it takes 1000x more carbon dioxide to make a new piece of furniture rather than refinish it.

Contact us today to learn more about furniture refinishing services, or to schedule your free estimate.

Custom Designs

Do you have a look in mind for your sofa or loveseat, but no matter how many stores you go to you can’t seem to find the right look? It doesn’t have that right color or the texture is not what you imagined, and you start to get frustrated with the process. Stop and contact the professional furniture upholstery specialists at Jax Furniture Refinishing and Upholstering. We can create the look you want with the right fabrics and the right styles. Stop the hunt and start enjoying the ideal look you want for your home.

Stay Design Forward

Do you like to stay ahead of the magazines and be the first to add the newest trends to your home décor? With furniture upholstering, you can change your chair’s fabric as often as you like.

It’s Getting Easier to be Green

Did you know that it takes 1000 times more carbon dioxide to make a new piece of furniture as opposed to refinishing it? Choosing a more eco-friendly option, such as furniture refinishing, will help you to do your part for the environment.

To learn more about the benefits of furniture upholstery, contact us today. We’ll be happy to provide an on-site, free estimate of the furniture upholstery project that you’re interested in. You’ll be surprised to find a myriad of other benefits of furniture upholstery that will leave you wondering, “Why didn’t I do this before?”

One idea is taking two closet doors and staining them in a light or dark wood and literally stacking them horizontally behind your bed or placing them next to each other vertically. This is a very cool idea and can create a modern look or a at home and cozy look depending on what type of bedding you decide to go with. But this is a cheap and
easy way to add a little depth to your bedroom.

Another cool idea is a metal headboard. You can get some metal pieces from any home discount store. Look for some interesting motifs. You can hang them beside each other to create a really modern look. You can also paint the metal pieces to get a specific look for your bedroom.

Another idea is covering an artist’s canvas with fun and funky fabric. This is a very cheap way to add some pizzazz to your bedroom! Make sure your pull the fabric tightly across the frame. You should use a staple fun to secure the fabric to the canvas. What is really neat about this idea is that when you get tired of the fabric that is on the canvas you can simply recover the canvas with a new, fun look.

Did you know that you could use a fireplace cover as a headboard? To give it an old, antique look, spray paint the cover in blue and then sponge it in bronze paint and put a light coat on the screen. Do the same thing with copper paint. Then all you have to do is hang it behind your bed and watch your room go from blah to amazing with this simple gesture. You could also take two old shutters and paint them to your liking, measure the inside of the shutter (you usually want to add ½ an inch to the measurements) and put fabric in the open space of the shutter. How cool!

There are so many different ideas for headboards. They do not have to be your traditional pieces that cost a fortune. You can make your own fun and funky headboards for little to no money at all. All you have to do is look around and see what is out there!

It’s important to take care of your antique furniture properly to ensure it continues to shine through the test of time. Here are some helpful tips to keep your restored and antique furniture looking its best.

• Never use Pledge or any type of lemon-based cleaning product
• Never use anything to scrub your furniture that has a rough texture to it
• Never use a feather duster to clean your furniture as any broken feathers can scratch the surface
• Do use a quality paste wax like Mini-wax  to wax the wood
  • Apply a small portion at a time working toward the grain of the wood and building up a deep layered finish.
• Do use a very soft cloth, such as cheesecloth, for waxing
• Do use a small amount of wax at a little time – a little bit goes a long way.
• Do avoid extremes in temperatures where you house your antique furniture.
• Do use a humidifier in rooms where you store your antique furniture if you live in dry areas

When it comes to your antique furniture, it’s important to leave nothing to chance. If you’re unsure about the proper maintenance of your antique furniture, then contact us today. We’ll be happy to assist you on-site with all of your furniture restoration needs.

1. Start with a drive around town. The best places to find quality, affordable antique furniture are at garage, estate, and yard sales. Get in your car early Saturday morning and start the search in your local area for sale signs.
2. Do an Internet search. Websites like Craigslist.org has revolutionized the way people find antique furniture. Check these Internet databases to find locals who are looking to get rid of antique furniture at impressive rates.
3. Check Community websites. There are a myriad of options for furniture seekers online through chat rooms and Facebook communities dedicated to those looking for antique furniture as well.
4. Visit Web sites like Antiques Oronoco (antiques-oronoco.com). These types of websites have an great deal of information concerning collecting and links to all sorts of sites that can teach you as well as help you find items you want to buy.

With a variety of tools available to help you, you have everything you need to find the right antique pieces available to enhance your home décor. Now, after you have chosen the right pieces, have them properly maintained and restored by the professionals at Jax Furniture Refinishing & Upholstering. Your furniture will look as stunning as the moment that you found it! Contact us today to learn more about our refinishing process or for more helpful tools to find antique furniture.

Restoring Tradition

The furniture you own is a classic part of your history. That old dining room table or chair in the corner has seen your comings and goings for years and has been an essential piece of background for moments in your life that have started with the words, “Do you remember when…”  You can restore the life of its look without losing the intricate details that make it your style.

Bad Practices in New Furniture Construction

In today’s unstable economy, production of everything from silverware to nightstands have suffered. In fact, most new furniture is made from ground paper and wood pulp with an ever thinning wood veneer and construction techniques that are questionable at best. Moreover, the use of plastics is at an all time high. What’s more shocking is that even though new furniture is made with poor materials, it is still more expensive to repair than older pieces.

Better for the Environment

Are you constantly looking for new ways to give back to the environment and reduce your carbon footprint? If so, it’s important to look at furniture restoration to save from the cutting down more trees to build new pieces of furniture.

Whether it is your grandfather’s desk or your mother’s chair, your furniture is a part of your family passed down by generations. Protect it with the help of Jacksonville Furniture Refinishing and Upholstery. Contact us today for more information about our restoration process.

For more information about our furniture restoration services in Jacksonville FL or to schedule a free estimate, please call 904.416.1064.