Tips for Protecting Your Furniture from Sun Damage

For most of us, that bright sunshine is one of our favorite things about living in Florida!  However, the sun’s rays can do real damage to your fine furniture. Use our tips to protect your furniture and keep it looking its best!

1. Arrange the Room: Fabric and upholstered furniture are very sensitive to the sun, and will quickly fade if left in direct sunlight.  Arrange the room so that armchairs, sofas, and other upholstered pieces are safely out of the reach of the sun for as much of the day as possible.  Leather is sturdy, but the sun’s rays are powerful enough to dry out its natural oils, which can result in cracking. Keep leather furniture properly oiled, and arrange the room so that leather furniture is not kept in areas of intense sunlight.  Position your wood furniture out of harsh or direct sunlight to protect the finish from fading.
2. Pull the Blinds – Lower the shades, pull the blinds, and close the curtains when the sun’s rays are the strongest, and your furniture will stay safer longer.  
3. Use Coverings – If you leave your home for an extended period of time, it’s a good idea to cover your favorite furniture with cloths. A clean, cotton bedsheet will work well. This will protect the surface from dust buildup as well as potential damage from sunlight, and may even provide a small measure of protection against changes in temperature.

In short, if you shield your furniture from sun when possible, you’ll enjoy it for a long time to come.   Your furniture is an investment, and like any investment, it deserves protection!

If your indoor or outdoor furniture has been faded, cracked, or damaged by the sun, the best thing you can do for it is to find a good professional furniture refinisher.  The best furniture refinishing companies have skilled craftsmen who can restore your furniture’s original beauty, or give it a new look altogether. Jax Furniture Refinishing & Upholstering is the highly rated Jacksonville FL furniture refinishing company, and the one trusted by homeowners throughout Mandarin, Riverside, Ortega, and throughout Jacksonville.

 

Cleaning Your Outdoor Furniture for Winter Storage

Winter is short here in Jacksonville, Florida, but the temperature can still dip pretty low.  During these cold weeks or months, it’s best to clean your patio furniture and move it to a storage location to make sure it stays in good shape for when the warm weather returns.  

To begin with, nearly any type of outdoor furniture can receive the following general cleaning:

1. Wipe down each piece of furniture with a soft, dry towel.  This will remove the majority of loose dirt, leaves, and other debris that will have collected on your furniture while in use outdoors.  
2. Make a simple, homemade cleaning solution to help with any residue or buildup, including mold, mildew, and mud.  Mix no more than a tablespoon of mild dish detergent with 1 gallon of warm water, and you’ll have a solution that is gentle yet effective, and able to be used on almost any type of furniture.  Remember to check the manufacturer’s guidelines for your furniture to make sure this mixture is safe for the type of material it is.  
3. Make sure the surface is then properly rinsed and thoroughly dried.

Depending on the material of your deck furniture, give the piece a more thorough clean, as follows:

• Metal: Wrought iron furniture is sturdy, but is still susceptible to rust when exposed to moisture.  Remove any rust that has accumulated by gently dry-scrubbing with a soft, wire brush or lightly sanding the rust away and wiping it clean.  Aluminum furniture can be washed using the dish detergent solution described above, then thoroughly dried.  If possible, store metal furniture indoors, but if it must be kept outside, cover all pieces in a heavy duty tarp or cover.
• Upholstery: Fabric cushions and padding and other upholstery needs to be properly cared for before being stored.  Acrylic fibers are designed to deter mildew and mold, but can still acquire some buildup, especially in climates that are generally warm and wet, such as ours.  Give each cushion a good shake to rid it of dust, and vacuum any cushions or areas that are especially dusty or dirty.  If you have a fabric umbrella, shake it out and wipe it down.  Examine the umbrella to make sure no insects have built nests in any of the folds during recent months.  Clean all surfaces, even the umbrella fabric, with the dish detergent solution and allow it to dry.  If it is to be stored, all fabric, and in particular anything with foam padding, must be stored in a dry space to prevent mildew from growing on it.
• Plastic: Plastic needs little special attention.  Once you’ve wiped it down with a dry cloth, and cleaned it with the dish detergent solution, hose it off with your garden hose and towel it dry, and it’s ready for storage.  Plastic can become brittle in extreme weather, so it does need to be stored inside, or at the very least, covered with a vinyl or plastic covering.
• Wood: Painted wood will fade, and natural wood can warp and splinter in extreme weather.  Wicker and rattan furniture is delicate, and cannot withstand the winter weather.  Wipe down all wood furniture with a soft towel.  If possible, moisten the towel with a small amount of the dish detergent solution in order to scrub away buildup.  Be sure this solution is thoroughly removed and that the area is completely dry.

With the right precautions and cleaning, your outdoor furniture will remain in great shape for many future seasons of use.  However, it’s still a good idea to call on the best furniture refinishing service in your area when the time comes to refresh or repair your patio furniture.  Jax Furniture Refinishing & Upholstering is the best furniture refinishing service Jacksonville FL homeowners choose.  We specialize in making outdoor furniture look beautiful, whether that means repairing it, refinishing it, or upholstering its cushions in a brand new, exciting fabric.  Call on us to clean and prep your furniture for storage, and then to revitalize it when winter is over!  

Change the Headboard, Change the Room

When the time comes to give the bedroom a facelift, most homeowners think this needs to include buying all new furniture, or painting the walls a bold new color, or even remodeling the room.  In reality, it can be much easier and far less expensive than that.  In many cases, if you simply change the headboard of your bed, you can change the look and feel of the entire bedroom!

Don’t underestimate the importance of a good headboard.  The bed is the focal point of the bedroom, and the headboard is the focal point of the bed.  Here are our tips for revamping your headboard:

• Make sure the headboard is in good shape.  Before getting out the paint or stain, make any repairs that are needed.  Sand any rough edges, fix any broken or torn pieces, and make sure it’s sturdy.
• Set the tone for the room.  Some homeowners want their bedroom to feel light and airy, or bright and cheery; others want their bedroom to feel more subdued.  Regardless of the feel you are going for, the headboard will be one of the most important elements in determining the tone, so take the time to come up with the right color, pattern, and material.
• Consider the fabric.  If you’re going for a fabric headboard, choose a fabric that will look good, feel good, and stand the test of time.  If you like to sit up in bed and read, fabric is a great choice, but pick a fabric that can hold up to the wear.
• Consider paint or stain.  If you’re painting or staining the headboard, make sure the surface has been sanded and prepped in order for the paint or stain to go on smoothly and adhere well.  
• Have fun!  Changing your headboard can be a good opportunity to bring some fun to the room.  Add a splash of color by picking a fabric or paint color that is bold and exciting.  Add stencil patterns, or buttons, or other design details.
• Our best tip is this: Call the pros! When it comes to refinishing, reupholstering, or revamping your furniture, it’s almost always best to call on a great furniture refinishing company for the job.  Social media is full of tips for furniture restoration DIY, but those projects often end up making a mess, costing more than you intended, and even causing injury.  

The headboards in your bedroom and guest rooms deserve the best, so treat them to the best by calling a highly rated furniture refinishing service.  At Jax Furniture Refinishing & Upholstering, we’ve become the headboard experts.  Whether you want yours sanded and stained, or reupholstered in a great, new fabric, call on us.  As our clients in Mandarin, Riverside, Fernandina Beach, and Ponte Vedra Beach will tell you, we’re the best furniture refinishing shop in Northeast Florida and the best choice for your favorite furniture.  Give us a call!

 

How To Keep Your Dining Room Furniture In Great Shape

For many of us, the dining room is the setting for big family dinners, dinner parties, and other fun events with family and friends.  For others of us, the dining room may only be used on special occasions.  In any case, you want to keep the dining room furniture in good shape and the room looking great. Our tips will help!

• Dust frequently.  Dust is one of wood furniture’s worst enemies.  Dust is naturally abrasive, and leaves microscopic scratches all over a wooden surface, giving it the appearance of being dingy.  The best way to avoid this is to dust often, even when you don’t think you need to.  Dust at least weekly in order to prevent the buildup of dust.  Dust all smooth surfaces, including the individual chair legs and backing, the table legs, and all cracks and crevices, always wiping in the direction of the grain.  Cotton cloths are best for dusting because the fibers can trap and hold dust particles.  Avoid feather dusters, because any broken feathers or sharp spines can scratch the wood surface.  Avoid any type of cleaning pad or wipe that will leave behind a residue, and any residue can attract even more dust.
• Inspect your furniture.  While tidying up after a meal or dinner party, take the opportunity to inspect the furniture.  Look for nicks and scratches that may have recently appeared on the chair legs, water rings and cracks in the finish of the table’s surface, and other such issues.  Inspect the padding and fabric, as well.  Dinner parties can last for hours, during which time food and wine spills may occur, as well as small tears and other damage.  Inspecting your furniture routinely will allow you to deal with issues as they happen, and make note of larger issues that need to be addressed, even if by a professional furniture restoration company.
• Protect your furniture properly.  Scratches are inevitable on all wood surfaces, but with the right precautions, your wood dining room set will stay in good repair.  Use linen or cotton tablecloths and placemats rather than other courser woven ones that can potentially scratch the surface, or plastic or other synthetic fibers that could leave behind a residue.  Buy or make cork or felt pads to keep underneath heavy candlesticks, flower arrangements, or other centerpieces.  Replace the cork or felt several times per year to ensure they are still effective.  When the table is not in use, cover it with the leaf or soft tablecloth.  Liquid spills, condensation, and other moisture will leave water rings or otherwise damage the finish or even the wood itself.  When a spill occurs, wipe it up immediately.  Use hot pads under any hot plates to prevent heat damage.
• Call the pros when needed!  Even when you take every possible precaution, your dining room furniture will likely still need the attention of a professional refinishing service in order to keep it looking its very best.  The best wood refinishers will make your dining room table top and chairs smooth and flawless once again.  Over time, fabric will fade and become worn, and cushions will lose their padding.  A good upholsterer can recover them to be soft, functional, and beautiful again.

Your dining room furniture isn’t just for admiring – it should be used and enjoyed!  Have family dinners there every night, host dinner parties and holiday events, and don’t worry about what it could be doing to your furniture.  Good refinishing shops are skilled at fixing all blemishes, water rings, discoloration, fabric tears and fading, and other issues.

Jax Furniture Refinishing & Upholstering is the best wood refinishing shop Jacksonville FL homeowners rely on for their dining room furniture and more.  We are the trusted name in antique restoration, wood refinishing, custom upholstering and the first choice among homeowners throughout Ortega, Ponte Vedra, Sawgrass, San Marco, and historic Riverside Avondale.  Let us help you keep your dining room furniture in top shape!

The Right Fabric For Your Upholstery Project

The first part of any big upholstery project usually includes looking through an endless array of fabrics, including natural, synthetic, and blended fabrics in every color and pattern imaginable.  It’s hard not to feel overwhelmed by all your choices!  Use our tips to help navigate the endless color and texture choices and find the perfect fabric for your reupholstery project.

Get to know the most common types of fabric for upholstered furniture.  These include:

• Cotton – Cotton has many benefits. It holds its dye well, so it’s a great fabric for deep colors or patterns. It’s a comfortable, casual fabric, and it’s easy to clean, so we can freely use it on furniture that gets regular use. It’s also extremely durable, and known for being one of the strongest natural fibers available. Cotton can fade and yellow in direct sunlight, though, so plan on keeping it away from windows or areas that get direct sunlight. It also can be susceptible to mildew in damp environments, so plan to keep it away from open windows or doors leading to the outside of the home.
• Leather – Leather has an unmistakable look and gives furniture the air of sophistication and luxury.  Leather is also easy to clean and ages well.  It’s durable, but still susceptible to tears and scrapes, so many homeowners choose to keep leather furniture away from high traffic areas or rooms where pets and children play.  Depending on what your leather furniture is used for, you may need to maintain it with special leather conditioner to keep natural oils and body oils at bay.
• Wool – Wool is a versatile fabric.  It is resistant to pilling, wrinkling, and fading, and repels dirt well.  Wool can be tough to clean, so it is often blended with synthetic fiber to make cleanup easier.
• Blends – Blends, namely polyester blends, are a favorite fabric style for many homeowners and designers because of versatility and durability.  Poly-blends can consist of acrylic, nylon, rayon, or other synthetic fibers, and can be blended with natural fibers to enhance their performance in certain ways.  Poly-blends can also be made to look like different fabrics, including silk and wool, allowing you to create the look of such fabrics, but at a lower cost.  Perhaps best of all, these fabrics are resistant to fading and stains, so they are a great choice for homes with pets and small children.

If you are still on the fence about which fabric to choose for your upholstering project, the craftsmen at your Jacksonville FL furniture refinishing service will be able to work with you to select the perfect material. The best upholstery shops employ technicians who are trained to understand the details of all kinds of fabric and know how to carefully work with nearly any material.

Jax Furniture Refinishing & Upholstering is the best Jacksonville FL upholstery shop, and the service to trust with your furniture.  We specialize in repairs, restoration, and refinishing, and are experts in custom upholstering.  Our master craftsman and technicians can transform your upholstered chair, sofa, or loveseat from a drab, faded, and forgotten item and give it a fresh, new look.  Stop by our office and check out our fabric books, or call and set up an estimate appointment for your upholstered furniture. We are the furniture upholsterers of choice for homeowners throughout the greater Jacksonville area, including historic Riverside, Avondale, and San Marco, and Jacksonville Beaches, and we are the best choice for your own furniture, too!

Tips for Your DIY Wood Refinishing Project

Your wood furniture in your house sustains wear and tear simply from daily use and enjoyment. Scratches, scuffs, water rings, dents, and other damage can appear seemingly out of nowhere, even to the most careful homeowners. When wood furniture is looking worse for the wear and needs to be refinished, you may start to plan a DIY refinishing project. Our tips can help!

• Do Your Research – Do your homework before you even pick up the sanding block. Make sure you understand what you are getting yourself into, and be sure you can find the instructions and materials you’ll need for the job. Find out what prep work is required, how much time you will need to complete the project, and an approximate cost for the materials and tools you will need to purchase. A DIY wood finishing project can be a major undertaking, and is more complicated than simply going to big box store and buying a can of stain, with a finished product an hour later.
• Use Protective Gear – Make sure you have all the necessary protective equipment to perform the work safely. Strippers and solvents will destroy ordinary gloves in minutes, so for the sake of your hands, invest in good quality gloves that are appropriate for the task you will be doing and the materials you will be handling. Make sure you have dust masks and even a respirator with filter refills. Sanding produces clouds of dust that you should not breathe. Lacquer, shellac, and varnish all give off fumes, and the fewer of these fumes you inhale, the better. Liquid varnishes can spatter and fumes can irritate your eyes, so protect yourself with the right glasses or goggles.
• Set Aside Time – Most projects require several days or even several weekends to complete. Some of this time may even be spent simply waiting until you can proceed. For example, many tasks call for polyurethane, which takes a long time to dry and often requires multiple coats. You may also need to make additional trips to the hardware store if complications arise.
• Keep Your Work Area Tidy – Your project will almost certainly involve sanding, so your work area should be a place where you can get messy. At the same time, any and all dust and debris in the air will settle into your finish, leaving behind specks as it dries. Maintaining a tidy workspace will be tough, but it will save you great frustration in the long run.
• Be Patient – Don’t assume that your project will get finished quickly. You may have to redo certain steps to achieve the results you want, and in some cases you may have to learn as you go. Woodworking is an artform, so enjoy the process and know that the finished piece will be worth your time.

 

Follow our tips and your wood furniture finishing project can be successful as well as satisfying. It’s a great feeling when the final coat of varnish has dried, and your antique chair, end table, or dining room furniture can be reincorporated into your home. If you have doubts about completing the project yourself, find the best local furniture refinishing service and trust the job to them. It’s possible that the task may become too complex, too expensive, or downright dangerous, and in such cases, it’s best to trust your furniture to a highly rated professional restoration shop.

Jax Furniture Refinishing and Upholstering is the best wood furniture refinishing shop and the company to trust with your project. Decades of experience set us apart from other furniture restoration and refinishing shops, and our experience is matched only by our passion for what we do. Your furniture will be cared for by a furniture finishing and repair expert in a shop devoted to the meticulous process of furniture restoration. Instead of embarking on a long and tedious DIY furniture repair project, trust it to us! We are the best professional wood furniture finishing service in Northeast Florida, including historic Riverside Avondale, San Marco, Ortega, and the greater Jacksonville area, and we’re the perfect fit for your furniture refinishing needs!

Give Your Antique Furniture A New Life

After years of enjoyment, the old overstuffed chairs, ottoman, and sofa start to feel worn or outdated, and it’s tempting to want to replace them all with brand new furniture.  Old furniture becomes riddled with dents, dings, watermarks, and tears.  New fabric designs in trendy patterns and colors can also tempt us to invest in all new furniture.

Before you head out and buy all new furniture, here are some things to consider:

• Older furniture is finer in quality than what is manufactured today.  In the past, artisans and apprentices would create masterpieces of hard woods and fine fabrics, able to be passed down for many generations.  Today, furniture is often mass-produced, and manufacturers have to cut corners in order to compete in the industry.  Cotton and other natural fibers were used for filler and padding in the past, but now synthetic fibers are used.  Hardwood was used in furniture construction, but once now plywood and even particleboard are used.  By choosing to refinish your furniture, not only are you giving it another life, but you are also holding on to better quality furniture!
• Something that goes hand in hand with quality is cost.  When you invest in refinishing an antique, you are making a sound investment.  Refinishing your antique furniture, even at a cost, will still be a better investment than purchasing new furniture of lesser quality.  Buying new furniture is costly, especially when you can get even better results and save money by visiting a great upholstery and refinishing shop.
• Refinishing and reupholstering antique furniture is the “green” choice.  In this way, it can save you money and alos reduce your carbon footprint.  Reusing and repurposing existing goods requires less energy and creates less pollution than manufacturing new goods.
• If the furniture’s frame and “bones” are in good condition, you can create a new look simply by choosing a shade of stain or a fabric pattern.  If the frame of the furniture needs work, you’ll still be able to give your antique a new life.  You just want to be sure your re-upholsterer is also skilled at restoration.  Your upholsterer will be able to provide the expert advice and craftsmanship to make sure the finished furniture looks great and is even more comfortable than before.

 
The best antique furniture restoration companies can recover the history, beauty, and uniqueness of your favorite pieces of furniture, no matter how old and worn they are.  Find the best professional furniture restoration service in your area and let them restore the beauty of your beloved antique.  If you live in Northeast Florida, the choice is easy: Jax Furniture Refinishing and Upholstering is the best antique furniture restoration service to trust with your treasured armoire, sofa, or dining room table and chairs.  Our master craftsmen are the best in the field, highly trained, with years of experience, and award-winning skill and artistry.  Our clients in downtown Jacksonville, historic Riverside Avondale, and along the coast from Fernandina Beach to St. Augustine trust us with their cherished heirloom furniture and contemporary furniture alike.  Call on us for your upholstery and refinishing needs!

How Do I Find a Trustworthy Furniture Restoration Service?

It’s important to take your furniture to the right upholstery shop to make sure the job is done right.  Before taking your dining room furniture, antique desk, drapes and valances, or other valuable item to be repaired or reupholstered, it’s a good idea to call the upholstery service and find out as much as you can about the tools, equipment, and methods they use, as well as the expertise of the craftsmen.  Find a restoration and upholstering company you can trust, and the hardest part of the job is done!

Here are some indicators of a high-quality upholstery service:

• The technicians should work on good quality equipment, including sewing machines, that can accommodate even thick brocades, leather, and heavy canvas.
• The right tools and materials for the job should be used, such as good mallets and hammers.
• The technicians should be proficient in working with all types of furniture material and all styles of furniture.
• The technicians should have extensive training and experience in working with wood, antiques, upholstery, and all other such fields.
• The workspace and environment should be clean.
• The work should be done on site and not subcontracted.
• The quality of the work should be guaranteed.
• The client should be able to choose from a wide variety of fabrics and materials and should be able to receive guidance in selecting the right material, if desired.
• Technicians should be bonded and insured.
• Strong customer service should be given with every interaction.

 

Jacksonville, Florida is home to Jax Furniture Refinishing & Upholstering, Northeast Florida’s best upholstery service.  Master craftsman Bill Kennedy has decades of experience in upholstering all types of fabric and refinishing wooden surfaces of all sort, and specializes in the restoration of fine furniture and antiques.  Our team is one of highly-skilled professionals, but beyond that we are passionate about our work, and treat each piece of furniture as a the valued treasure it is.  We guarantee the craftsmanship of our work, and do not require payment until you are satisfied. If you live in Jacksonville, Ponte Vedra Beach, Riverside Avondale, Fleming Island, or in other areas in Northeast Florida, we are the upholstery shop to trust with your furniture.

The Dos and Don’ts of Protecting Your Furniture

Beautiful wood furniture lasts for decades – or more – when properly protected.  Our dos and don’ts will show you how to clean, protect, and preserve your favorite wood pieces to keep them healthy, looking great, and ready to be enjoyed for decades to come!

Do:

• Dust frequently.  Even if you don’t think you see dust on your furniture, wipe it down with a clean, soft towel to remove any dust particles that are present.  Dust particles are sharp and will etch your fine wood furniture.
• Be very selective about any cleaning product you use on your furniture.  Far more often than not, your furniture need only be dusted with a clean cloth.  If a stain occurs or if a residue is present, carefully research the safest product to use on the particular wood or finish in order to avoid damaging the piece.  Better still, call on the expertise of a highly rated furniture refinisher, or send the piece to be professionally cleaned and restored at a furniture restoration shop.
• Use coasters for all beverages in order to protect the wood surface from water rings and condensation.
• Use felt or cork pads underneath any lamps, vases, or other items you choose to set on your wood furniture.  Likewise, use a pad to go overtop your dining room table whenever you are entertaining dinner guests, so that the wood will be protected from hot pans, pots, and dinner plates.  

 
Don’t:

• Don’t arrange your wood furniture in areas of direct sunlight, sources of moisture or heat, or in any area where it can be damaged by its environment.  
• Don’t use a feather duster to dust your wood furniture.  As important as dusting is, if you use a feather duster, you could possibly scratch the wood with the stiff spines of the feathers.  Avoid sponges as well, as they can be too abrasive.  Instead, use simply a clean, soft towel, ideally a microfiber towel.
• Don’t use water-based cleaning products on your wood furniture.  Moisture will damage the finish and can even warp the wood underneath.
• Don’t use ammonia on wood furniture.  Ammonia will damage the finish, and will likely even damage the wood underneath.
• Don’t polish the pulls, knobs, or other hardware on your furniture unless you have removed them from the piece.  The cleaning solutions used to clean these items can damage the wood.

 
Our best tip for protecting your wood furniture is this:  Find the best professional wood refinishing company in your area and trust the craftsmen to repair and restore your wood furniture when needed, and even to provide a high-quality cleaning from time to time.  Don’t trust your beautiful wood furniture to just anyone… Find a refinishing shop that specializes in protecting fine wood furniture and trust the job to them.

Jacksonville FL Furniture Refinishing Experts

Jax Furniture Refinishing & Upholstering is the best professional refinishing service in Northeast Florida, and the trusted service provider of homeowners in Atlantic Beach, Ponte Vedra, Sawgrass, Riverside Avondale, and Jacksonville.  Our craftsmen are passionate about wood furniture, and specialize in cleaning, protecting, and restoring fine wood antiques and contemporary wooden furniture alike.  Call on us for your wood refinishing needs.  

Should I Reupholster My Sofa or Buy New?

When your upholstered furniture starts to show its age, the time comes to choose whether you’ll discard it and buy new furniture, or have it recovered or reupholstered by a great furniture refinishing company. Our tips can help you decide!

• Is the furniture an antique or heirloom? Antique furniture is almost always higher in quality than what is produced today. If an antique or older piece of furniture has wood features, they’re almost certainly made of hardwood, rather than plywood or particle board, as is often the case today. Or, the piece may be made entirely of hardwood, a feature that would cost a fortune today. If your furniture is a family heirloom or antique, a highly rated furniture refinisher will be able to restore its beauty or give it an entirely new life in a bold, fresh fabric.
• Is the furniture unique? If you shopped specifically for this piece of furniture and it truly enhances the flow of the room, or fits the style of your home perfectly, keep it and find a great upholsterer who can recover the item in a brand new fabric. If you spent time finding the perfect piece for your room or home, don’t simply start over– keep it and give it a new look!
• Is the frame and condition of the furniture in good shape? If the furniture’s frame in good shape, and the springs and batting are still in sound condition, you’re in luck! You’ll only need to purchase new fabric to create a whole new look. If the frame of the furniture needs work, you’ll want to make sure your reupholsterer is also skilled at restoration. If the springs and/or batting need to be replaced, your upholsterer will be able to provide the expert advice and craftsmanship to make sure the finished furniture is even more comfortable than before.
• What’s your budget? It often costs far less to restore, refinish, or reupholster furniture than to buy new. When buying new, on the other hand, you’ll need to be prepared to pay a pretty penny if you want a quality piece. If your furniture is an antique item, it’s a better idea to invest in the piece by having it refinished, rather than purchase new furniture of lesser quality.
• Are you environmentally-minded? If you’re one to reduce, reuse, and recycle, you’ll definitely be interested in restoring your furniture rather than discarding it. Recover your furniture in a bold new fabric and put it right back into your living room instead of into the landfill.

Far more often than not, it makes the most sense to find the best furniture refinishing shop in your area and have the craftsmen upholster your furniture and give it a brand new life. Jax Furniture Refinishing & Upholstering is the best furniture restoration Jacksonville FL homeowners trust with their reupholstering projects, antique restoration, and more. Our craftsmen specialize in creating new works of art, oftentimes from antiques and furniture that has been neglected or forgotten for years, or even decades. Join our clients throughout Atlantic Beach, Jacksonville Beach, Ponte Vedra, Ortega and all across Northeast Florida and let us transform your furniture into what you’re dreaming it can be!