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Hello,
I was wondering if you could help me figure out what type of wood I have for a vintage carved server. It has a light oak color but has many dark dots in the wood. Could me maybe lead me in the right direction? Thank you for your time.
Dina
I found you under ask and expert in google
Hi again Dina
Here is a picture of birds eye maple.
http://www.dustystrings.com/building/birdseye_options.shtml
There are many on the net. Type in a Google search birds eye maple picture.
Eileen
Hi Dina
Nice to hear from you.
My guess without seeing your server would be birds eye maple.
This is a wood I do not often see in furniture as these "birds eyes" occur rarely in the growing maple trees.
I am going to look on the net for you to see if I can find a picture of it.
I will post a follow up to your question.
Kindest Regards
Eileen
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Expertise
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.
Experience
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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