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Q&A Continued I like the light look of the lacquer samples we Ladders and Chalk Paint

From Page 15 have seen but I think polyurethane might be are Current Hits at
more water resistant. I just don't like the heavy
lines was started in the 1930s and discontinued yellowing that comes with a polyurethane Vintage Finders Warehouse
in the 1960s your stool is at least 40+ years old finish. Is there another choice? Thanks. North Port— Vintage Finders Warehouse, 1075
and could be as old as 65 or 70. Maple was Almost all lacquer will eventually spot Innovation Ave., Unit 106, North Port, is reaching for
the primary wood used by Cushman until the A. from contact with water, even the the stars – or at least the ceiling – with a large new
supply of old ladders.
1950s when it switched to yellow birch because newer catalyzed versions. And most lacquers, These vintage pieces, some regular ladders and
it could more easily be stained to resemble except butyrate and water borne, will yellow some stepladders, ranging from 2 feet tall to 12
walnut. Since your stool is dark brown it over time. For kitchen use your best bet is a feet, have become popular with the Warehouse’s
probably is birch. water based polyurethane that will not yellow customers, who use them to display vintage
tablecloths, hold towels in the bathroom, and create
I can't speak directly to the value of the as it ages. However, since it is so clear, naturally shelving units.
stool since I haven't seen it but there is not a light woods like maple tend to look washed The Warehouse is also fully stocked with a new
great market for mid 20th century children's out when finished with it. You may want to supply of old windows, which make wonderful
furniture. What you paid at auction, if it was experiment with samples by applying various decorating statements. Many vintage collectors like
fairly recently, is a good indication of market light-colored stains to raw maple before coating to put favorite photos in these windows.
Chalk-painted furniture and upcycled pieces
value for a limited item such as that. If you can with the polyurethane. See which color looks made from barnwood and pallets are also popular as
send me a photograph of the stool I will be glad best to you. gifts as Valentine’s Day approaches. Owner Diane
to try to date it and value it. Castellano will create the perfect custom chalk-
Send your comments, questions and pictures to me at PO painted piece for you, including signs, plaques and
Box 215, Crystal River, FL 34423 or email them to me at info@ nameplates, with one of 63 colors that Dixie Belle
We are thinking about having new light furnituredetective.com Chalk Paint offers.
Q. maple cabinets installed in our kitchen. Visit Fred’s website at www.furnituredetective.com and check Diane is also adept in applying transfers,
The contractor said they would be finished out the downloadable “Common Sense Antiques” columns in .pdf distressing, and adding charm and patina with glazes
format. His book “HOW TO BE A FURNITURE DETECTIVE” is now
with several coats of sealer and several coats of available for $18.95 plus $3.00 shipping. Send check or money and waxes. She is happy to do custom work, teach
DIYers and even come to your home to give your
lacquer in a low sheen. I am concerned about order for $21.95 to Fred Taylor, PO Box 215, Crystal River, FL 34423 cabinets and counters new life.
Fred and Gail Taylor's DVD, "IDENTIFICATION OF OLDER &
using lacquer on kitchen cabinets because I ANTIQUE FURNITURE", ($17.00 + $3.00 S&H) are also available The Warehouse is open Thursday, 9 AM-2 PM, and
know what happens when a wet glass sits on at the same address. For more information call (800) 387-6377 Friday and Saturday, 9 AM-4 PM, or by appointment
a piece of furniture with lacquer on it and I (9AM-4PM Eastern, M-F only), fax 352-563-2916, or e-mail info@ by calling 941-423-9000.
furnituredetective.com. All items are also available directly from
don't want the same problem on my cabinets. the website, www.furnituredetective.com Follow us on Facebook! Or visit our website at
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