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Furniture - Refinish

Serving Detroit, MI and surrounding areas

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I’m an experienced handyman with over 20 years of hands-on experience in all areas of home construction, repairs, and remodeling. I take pride in providing quality workmanship and treating every home as if it were my own. I’m honest, trustworthy, dependable, and always on time. My goal is simple: do the job right and make sure every customer is satisfied.

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Stephenson’s Contracting
New to Angi
Furniture - Refinish

Serving Detroit, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

Hi, I’m Rob! I’m a hardworking, dependable professional with a strong passion for carpentry, home improvement, and helping people turn their houses into spaces they’re proud of.\n\nI take pride in doing things the right way, paying attention to the little details, and treating every home like it’s my own. Whether it’s a small repair, a renovation project, finish work, or a larger improvement, I believe in clear communication, honest work, and leaving every job cleaner and better than I found it.\n\nIf you’re looking for someone who takes their work seriously, cares about the finished product, and genuinely wants you to be happy with the results, I’d love the opportunity to help with your next project!

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FAQs for furniture refinish projects in Detroit, MI

Refinishing often only costs about half of what you’d spend on a comparable new piece and lets you keep the character you already love. Beyond the quick savings, you’re also cutting waste and avoiding the higher price of quality, brand-new furniture. For most homeowners, it’s a budget-smart and sustainable win.

Refurbishing preserves the original finish—think deep cleaning, tightening joints, and minor repairs — to refresh the piece without altering its appearance. Refinishing is more dramatic: Pros strip the old finish, sand, then add new stain or paint for an entirely new color or sheen. Both approaches improve appearance; the right choice depends on how much change you want.

Furniture that is severely worn, damaged, or made from fragile materials such as plywood, particleboard, or MDF is not suitable for refinishing. Items with significant structural issues or heavy deterioration often fail to achieve a quality finish, even after extra preparation. Select pieces with robust construction to ensure lasting beauty and durability.

Refinishing can affect the value of an antique piece. Serious collectors prize the original finish because it shows a piece’s age and craftsmanship. Stripping that patina can lower market value. If the goal is resale, talk with an appraiser or restoration pro before sanding anything. For heirloom pieces you plan to keep, a careful refinish may still be worth it if it protects the wood and lets you enjoy the furniture every day.

Water-damaged or swollen wood is often repairable. If the swelling is mild and hasn’t warped the structure, a pro can dry the wood, sand it flat, fill any cracks, and seal it before applying the new finish. Severe water damage that has twisted or split the frame is more challenging—and costly—to repair and may necessitate partial replacement. Let a refinishing specialist assess the piece first.

Acrylic paint is a top choice for most wood furniture because it applies smoothly, adheres well to primed surfaces, and cures into a tough, long-lasting finish. When you prep correctly—clean, sand, and prime—you’ll get even color that stands up to daily wear. For outdoor pieces, choose an acrylic formulated for exterior use to add extra UV protection.

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