Restored Piano
Piano restoration is a process that many people have not experienced first hand. For centuries, pianos have been crafted from fine and hard woods. High-quality pianos are priceless, especially if it is a rare model. However, restoring a priceless antique is not the only reason people would restore a piano.
People attempt to restore pianos for many reasons. First of all, restoring an instrument can preserve its heritage. Many pianos are product of their times, making each generation of piano different and unique. Protecting the history of the instrument can be very rewarding. There is also sentimental value, especially for heirloom.
However, the restoration process can also improve the quality and sound. Older pianos were made with higher-quality materials and craftsmanship that affect the sound of the instrument. Restoring the piano will allow the owner to bring out the full potential of any piece played. But, the process of restoring such an instrument is lengthy and delicate.
Piano restoration is a very delicate process. The restoration requires a minimum of three different technicians. A professional mover, a sound board & keyboard technician, and a wood restoration expert. All three technicians must work in conjunction for the successful outcome of the piano being restored.
However, before the restoration begins, the piano needs to be assessed by the technicians for its integrity and mechanisms. After determining what needs to be fixed, it is disassembled and cleaned. For wood restoration, this is the time to repair and refinish the instrument. Various tasks we perform while restoring the piano:
The outcome of a restored piano is lovely. An old seasoned sound board in a old piano 
(at least 25 years) can be very irreplaceable. The sound board has settled through the years and the tone (to a true musician is rich and non achievable in a newer piano). The real wood of the the old piano is also replaceable. The authentic ivory keys on an old piano is something that is longer available. Plastic resin keys are now used.
We use great care and know how valuable and priceless your vintage piano is. We take all the precautions and steps to restore antique pianos, contact Foxwood Restoration Company located in Brighton Michigan for all your restoration needs.
Do you know if your antique is valuable?
At Foxwood Restorations, we get a lot of questions about determining the worth of the antiques. People who are trying to get their antiques or family heirlooms restored often don’t know their value. Understanding your antique’s worth is important for a variety of reasons such as insurance. So, we are going to help you figure out the value of your antique.
As a rule, we tell our customers that anything in good condition that passes through two generations starts increasing in value. A generation can be loosely defined as 20 to 25 years. A piece of furniture at least 10 years old is usually worth restoring. The structure of the furniture as well as the materials it is made of are superior to anything made in the last 10 years. I do not recommend restoring any furniture that is less than 10 years old. Antiques that were made in the sixties and seventies are beginning to increase in value.
In addition to age, there are plenty of other factors that can impact the worth of an item. Items that are scarce or produced in limited quantities tend to be more valuable. Craftsmanship can also be a factor. High-quality craftwork can significantly increase the value of an antique. Also, the material used can be a factor.
Using this guideline, you may wonder how to determine the value of an antique in Brighton or Howell. An object can vary tremendously in value based on its materials, age, or by its creator. Value also varies with demand, quantities available, and the specific appraisal. It is also important to know that the auction value is not the same as the retail value.
To get a true value take an average of all of these values:
If you need furniture restorations in Brighton or Howell, contact Foxwood Restorations today.
Has your furniture seen better days? The main feature of your living room is your couch and chairs. A place where you can gather with friends and family; enjoying their company throughout the year. Unfortunately, wear and tear accumulate over time and even though you may love your furniture, something needs to be done. That begs the question; at one point do you consider reupholstering your beloved furniture? The experts at Foxwood Restorations can give you some signs of when you should reupholster your couch or chair!
One of the first indicators that you need some reupholstery is worn fabric. Between guests sitting down, pets lying down, and other daily activities, your furniture’s fabric can be stained, torn, and so much more! After all, the furniture is being lived with. Once your furniture starts gathering unremovable stains and unraveling in certain areas, it might be a good time to get it reupholstered.
Is your body sinking into the furniture or it continues to sag after someone gets up? Sagging is a sign that the internal springs are losing their integrity. While there are some DIY tricks that you can use to stop the sagging, the best option is to get your furniture looked at for fixing and reupholstery.
Seams are what hold the fabric together. Most pieces of furniture use special stitching that hides the inner seam inside. However, as the seam becomes loose, it will become visible. The foam cushion insides can also result in visible seams. Depending on your cushion filling, this could be an easy fix or it might need extra care.
The fabric of your furniture is not the only part of the piece you should be concerned about. The legs of your couch and chair can also show wear and tear. People constantly kick their legs or accidentally scuff them. Also, if you have a puppy or kitten, you probably have the damage from the unavoidable teething phase. If you are lucky, you can fix up most of that stuff with wood polish. But if it’s got significant damage, you will need to get it replaced.
While replacing your furniture might be the easier option, most furniture produced today lacks the same quality and longevity as older pieces. Instead of throwing away your current furniture, you can bring it into Foxwood Restorations! Our shop offers a variety of services and repairs to help return your old furniture back to perfect condition. We will even help you choose the fabric for the upholstery process! Contact us today to see what we can do for your distressed furniture!
Why not give the gift that will last a lifetime with refurbished or reupholstered furniture?
Every family has a special piece of furniture that they love. Something that holds a lot of sentimental meaning because of the number of memories tied to it. For me, that piece of furniture is an old recliner that my grandpa always sat in. Regardless of the time of year, that recliner continues to remind me of my grandpa even in its dilapidated state. In fact, years of wear and tear have made the recliner a shadow of its former self. Although I love that recliner, it is finally at the end of its life. However, that may not be the case for some precious pieces in your family. If your parents or grandparents are still holding onto their sentimental keepsakes, you can give them the perfect gift by restoring it!
Everyone is aware that furniture can hold sentimental value that makes it hard to let it go. That is why restoring these items can be a great gift. Instead of buying a cheap replacement, you can keep making fond memories with your old furniture. If its not an antique now, it may be someday! Depending on the state of the furniture, you might have to get it refurbished as well as reupholstered. In any case, having it done will bring a that piece of furniture back to life. At the same time, you can tackle any broken parts with some repair work! The best part is that you will have an active roll in helping restore the furniture by choosing fabrics and staining. Whether it’s a settee, table, chair, or something else, Foxwood Restorations will help you procure the gift that will last a lifetime!
Christmas, Birthdays, Anniversaries, it really doesn’t matter. Even if it can’t be ready on the day of, a gift like this doesn’t have to be. After all, working together with the intended can be a part of it!
Contact Foxwood today and give the gift that keeps on giving!
Foxwood Furniture Restorations has expert craftsmen who do a variety of services, including furniture reupholstery. For people who have sentimental pieces or want to keep older pieces, reupholstery can help extend the lifespan of specific furniture. However, to update this furniture, you’ll probably need to choose a new fabric for it. Choosing the right fabric for the furniture reupholstery is critical of course. However, it also can be exciting! Fortunately, Foxwood can help you figure out the right fabric for your antique furniture.
There are several good reasons to reupholster furniture, not the least of which is just because you want to! Older and antique pieces tend to be high-quality and have excellent frames, guaranteeing they will last years after it is reupholstered. Furthermore, sentimental pieces that are passed down in the family will be valued for years to come. In addition, reupholstery can also modernize furniture to fit within your home while keeping its historical style.
You might be wondering what furniture qualifies for reupholstery. Fortunately, a lot of pieces can go through the upholstery process. Furniture that can receive reupholstery include:
Any furniture that has fabrics qualifies for this process, however, furniture pieces make up the largest portion of reupholstery services. Foxwood has dedicated craftsmen who are prepared to breathe new life into your furniture.
Once you decide to go through with it, you’ll need to start choosing your fabric.
The experts at Foxwood Restorations will provide fabric samples to choose from. You can view these samples directly on Luxury Fabrics, and Greenhouse Fabrics websites.
Now the fun begins, and the challenge. There are plenty of fabrics to choose from but different frames require specific materials. There is also the question of how much use you expect the furniture to get. For example is it stain-resistant? Also, you’ll want a large sample in case you want to mix and match different types, colors, or patterns.
Both of these companies have a variety of textiles for your reupholstery for both solids and patterns. If you are looking for a solid fabric, you can choose from:
Do you like patterns? These companies provide different pattern textiles:
After choosing several options, you can email or text Foxwood your choices and they will have the samples sent directly to your home. During this process, we will discuss your choices, options, and the cost of reupholstering your furniture.