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Door Renew Milwaukee
5.0(
3
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Serving Milwaukee, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Smooth, well thought out process for refinishing our wooden front door despite the cold weather. This allowed us to give our front entry a facelift without losing the charm of the original door. Very happy with the service, quality, and overall value - and would recommend to others."
Customer's Book Case Before Being Refinished
Finished Book Case
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Orginal Door
Finished Door

+4

Response time2 days
Recommended by66%of homeowners
Thomas Raymond Painting, Staining & Drywalling
3.1(
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Serving Milwaukee, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1964

Free estimates

"Tom was great.  After I called and left a message to schedule an appointment he returned my call the same day.  We set up a date and time (I was pleased that it was made within less than a week since I purchased the Big Deal and knew he had a lot of jobs to do) for him to paint the interior.  With the 10' plus ceiling and the depth and intricacy of the moulding he predicted it would take 8-10 hours. I purchased the primer and paint and he supplied all the equipment (extension ladder, drop cloths, painting supplies).He got right to work and I was impressed with how much he was getting done. He covered the large pieces of furniture we could not easily remove and used drop cloths on the floor, and taped off the edges (properly using tape for wallpaper). His estimate was right on - the job took him 8 hours and I'm really happy with the work. He was a pleasure to work with and I would use him again.
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Kitchen ceiling
Kitchen ceiling
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Living Room
Living Room

+23

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Milwaukee Furniture Services LLC
New to Angi

Serving Milwaukee, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in offering the best possible experience with our expertise, quality, and customer service. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our clients; we take great care to work and communicate with everyone in a professional manner. It is our mission to exceed our clients expectations by providing excellent workmans hip and complete customer satisfaction, from the start of each project to its completion. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Mullaly Furniture Finishing & Repair
New to Angi

Serving Milwaukee, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1967

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We at Mullaly Furniture Finishing & Repair Service have been offering first class in home and office furniture repair in Wisconsin since 1967. We pride ourselves on our impeccable reputation. Literally thousands of satisfied customers have benefited from our high level of professionalism and craftsmanship. Jim Mullaly our fonder, started doing touch up on TV and Stereo cabinets in the early 1960's. The business grew in the late 60's as Jim expanded into servicing the moving industry. Thought the years our business grew as our reputation for impecible serving grew. So if you need your coffe table repaired or a family arlome restored give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

Gentle Care Home Repairs
New to Angi

Serving Milwaukee, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Gentle Care Home Repairs is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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FAQs for furniture refinish projects in Milwaukee, WI

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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