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Expert: - 6/26/2005


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I hace an Ed Roos cedar chest, made by Ed. Roos Com., Forest Park, Illinois. I am currently refinishing it, however, befor I begin I hope you might have a picture or info about it. Also it would be greatly appreciated if you could give me any information about the value. The chest is Style # 8005. Thank you so much for your time. I did go to the Ed. Roos web site for some info. The chest also has Christian Furniture, Salt Lake City, Ut. label inside. Again, thank you so very much.

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Hi Jackie
So nice to hear from you.
I too would look on the Roos site for info but you have already done that.
Are you sure the chest needs to be completely refinished.
Perhaps a cleaning and waxing would be all thats needed.
Jackie there are lots of these chests around and the condition of them determines the value.
Could I see a picture of yours, or a good idea of the damage that needs refinishing?
My e mail is ecronk@sympatico.ca
Kindest Regards
Eileen

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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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