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I have a Hitchcock dinning table. The finish on the one main section of the table has dulled. The leaf and the other section are fine. The table top is eposed to the same amount of sunlight, I have always used gardsman polish and have not spilled anything on it. I just noticed the difference one day. I have used lemon oil, guardsman, vasoline but the finish just continues to stay dull compared to the rest of the table. All finish on the chairs and rest of the table are fine. Any suggestions as to what I can use on the finish to improve its luster; or do you know of anyone in the Atlanta, GA area that can re-finish Hitchcock furniture? Thank you
Hi Kay
Nice to hear from you.
Only consider refinishing as a last resort.
It sounds like you are a long way from that yet.
But this is a strange problem under the conditions you indicate. Sounds like you look after your furniture.
First try this product. (link below).
I am hoping it will solve the problem.
It should remove all the wax and oils that have been applied over the years and hopefully the dull area.
http://www.drwoodwell.com/
Here is a list of restorers in your area but I'll keep my fingers crossed you do not have to call.
http://antiquerestorers.com/NEW/FURNITURE/ga.htm#GEORGIA
Good Luck
Eileen
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| Comment | Eileen, Thank you so much for your help. I will try the product. I certainly do not want to have the table refinished as it would ruin the stenciling. I have tried a product with beeswax and orange oil which seems to have restored some of the finish but it dries out quickly and dulls down again within hours. I will try this product. Thank you for your help! Kay | ||
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