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Avatar for Easy Does It Furniture Repair, Restoration & Custom Carpentry
Easy Does It Furniture Repair, Restoration & Custom Carpentry
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Marcus and his team did a wonderful job restoring my husband’s grandmother’s beautiful dresser. They repaired the leg and brought the top back to its original beauty. Marcus was very easy to work with throughout the process, and Simon handled the delivery and final adjustments with great care. The price was very reasonable, and the turnaround time was faster than I expected. I would absolutely use their services again and highly recommend them to anyone in need of furniture repair. Thank you so much for all your help!"
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Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Montalbano Inc
4.8(
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1923

Free estimates

Customers say: Super punctual

"Professional and well done. Handled furniture with care. Good selection of materials for reupholstering. Picked up and delivered the eight dining room chairs promptly, professionally and courteously."
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Response time5 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Peter’s Wood Refinishing
4.8(
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Peter, Araceli, Janet, and Jésus were all amazingly responsive and flexible. Jésus took great care in protecting the property, arrived promptly each day and sometimes worked late to keep the project moving forward. They were even able and willing to accommodate us when we had scheduling problems with the locksmith. Thank you so much to the team! Not to mention that the doors look SO much better! Thank you!"
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Northshore Finishing
5.0(
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jon did an excellent job on our cabinets and was very professional. We are extremely happy with how the cabinets turned out and the price was very reasonable. We would definitely use him again."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Karzen Restoration
4.6(
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1937

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Alan and his crew did a beautiful job. I was expecting two panels with a seam in the middle of the headboard and footboard. Instead, they made three panels, and used trim from left-over pieces to cover the seams. The queen size headboard and footboard look like they were originally made for the bedroom set. The bed matches the rest of the bedroom furniture, perfectly. I also want to emphasize that they refinished the wood to a beautiful shade of red/brown mahogany that also matches the rest of the furniture. (I've seen refinished red/brown mahogany end up more like dark brown.) The stain and finish were done to perfection. I couldn't be happier with our "new" headboard and footboard."
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Paul's Upholstering
4.7(
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1939

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had my dining room chairs reupholstered and they are beautiful ! So pleased with the whole experience from picking out the fabric , the attention given to our concerns, and the detail to the final product. Thank you so much"
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Fred's Furniture Restoration Inc
4.9(
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent work! The table has a parquet top that was damaged from every day use. The chairs were sticky. Fred picked up table and chairs and returned them - restored them to perfection. They look like new. The price was very fair, based on other estimates."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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FAQs for furniture refinish projects in Chicago, IL

A complete table refinishing project requires between four and eight days from start to finish. The actual hands-on work takes between two and 10 hours, with the remaining time dedicated to drying periods between applications. The stripping and sanding phases demand the most active labor, while applying finishes requires patience as each layer dries completely before proceeding.

Several elements influence dining table refinishing costs, with size being the primary factor. Larger tables or those with extensions require more materials and labor time. The wood type matters significantly—hardwoods may need specialized treatment compared to softer woods. The table's current condition also impacts pricing, as damaged surfaces need repairs before refinishing can begin.

Refinishing often proves more economical than purchasing a comparable quality replacement. Professional table refinishing costs between $150 and $400 on average, while preserving the original craftsmanship and character of your piece. 

This approach makes particular sense for well-constructed wood furniture that would be expensive to replace with similar quality. For sentimental pieces or antiques, refinishing also maintains their history and personal value.

Professional furniture refinishers charge between $40 and $100 per hour for their services. This rate varies based on geographic location, the refinisher's experience level, and the complexity of the project. Some professionals offer project-based pricing rather than hourly rates, especially for standard-sized pieces like coffee tables or end tables. When requesting quotes, ask whether the estimate includes materials or represents labor costs only.

For tables with minor wear, you can sometimes refresh the appearance without complete stripping and sanding. Using gel stains and wipe-on finishes can address surface issues while preserving the existing finish underneath. This approach works best for tables with light cosmetic damage rather than those with deep scratches or damaged finishes. However, proper stripping and sanding remain necessary for comprehensive restoration or significant color changes for professional-quality results.

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