Restoration of this antique bench began with repairs to the seat, followed by injecting glue into all the loose joints to tighten the legs, arms and back.

The finish was worn throughout the whole piece, as seen on the legs and stretchers.

Berfore

After

The finish on the seat was scratched throughout, and a crack had developed in this single board seat that needed to be shimmed and glued.

Before

After

The settee was stained and then finished with a hardwearing varnish.

Finished off with a coat of American Custom Paste Wax, and delivered to Norfolk, CT.