Collectibles-General (Antiques)/Roos Cedar Chest

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Do you know where I can get replacement parts for a Roos Cedar Chest?  This has been in the family for years and I would like to refinish it - one piece of trim is missing.

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Hi Nadine
Nice to hear from you.
If I had your chest in my shop I could easily duplicate the missing trim.
This is not something you can purchase at a store but any wood shop will be happy to make a piece for you.
Nadine make every effort to restore this old chest.
Kind regards
Eileen

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Eileen Cronk

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I can answer most questions about the repairing and refinishing of all your old furniture items (the things we call antiques). I can also give you advice on what wood items to choose and what wood items to avoid at auctions, flea markets etc. I DO NOT give appraisals on antiques as this is not my field of expertise.

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I have been repairing, refinishing and of course buying old furniture for the past 30 years. On any given weekend I can be found at auction sales or flea markets searching out a good buy. I have taken several courses in this area over the years, but I find "Hands On" learning to be the best teacher. I can help you avoid the pitfalls and problems of this wonderful rewarding craft.

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