Collectibles-General (Antiques)/Edgeband damage

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Expert: - 7/6/2008


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I have a 1 3/4 round top w 170 year old walnut crouch veneer in a sunburst pattern, my walnut edgeband has a couple of indentations and a small veneer crack.  What do I do.
thanks

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Hi Jay
Nice to hear from you.
Unfortunately this area seems to get the damage.
I strongly recommend a pro look at this before you attempt anything yourself.
Let them be the judge of the damage and any repairs that need doing.
And veneer cracks as you describe.
Its from climate change.
Never throw away and veneer that may break off from this area as it can be glued back.
Not much you can do for cracking but watch the humidity in the house but like I say, let a pro look at this.
Regards
Eileen

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