Furniture Restoration in Denver
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When you need furniture restoration or repair in Denver, G. Michaels Restoration restores antique, vintage, and solid-wood furniture for our clients. We handle antique furniture restoration, wood furniture repair, table refinishing, chair repair, and cabinet repair. Our workshop is in Fort Collins, and we offer pickup and delivery across the entire Denver metro. Free estimates on every job. |
Denver is a city full of genuinely good old furniture. The craftsman bungalows of Park Hill, the Victorian homes of Curtis Park, the mid-century ranches of Lakewood and Englewood: these neighborhoods hold pieces that were built to last and, with the right care, still can. When that dining table starts to wobble, or the finish on a grandmother’s dresser goes dull, or an antique chair finally loses a joint, the instinct is sometimes to replace it. More often, the right answer is to restore it.
Michaels Restoration is a professional furniture restoration shop serving Denver and the surrounding metro area. We are based in Fort Collins, and we handle pickup and delivery throughout the region so the logistics never get in your way. Below is a clear picture of what we do, who we do it for, and how the process works.
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G. Michaels Restoration – At a Glance |
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Workshop: 113 Hickory Street, Fort Collins, CO 80524 |
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Service area: Full Denver metro and Northern Colorado Front Range |
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Pickup and delivery: Available throughout the Denver metro |
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Estimates: Free, provided by a working craftsperson, no obligation |
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Guarantee: 100% satisfaction on every job |
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Contact: (970) 493-8737 | shop@gmrestores.com | gmrestores.com |
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Hours: Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm |
Antique Furniture Restoration in Denver
Antique pieces require a different approach than standard refinishing. The wood is often genuinely old-growth, denser and more stable than most modern lumber. The joinery is frequently hand-cut. The finishes, when original, are shellac or oil-based and react differently to solvents than modern coatings. Getting the restoration right means understanding how the piece was built before touching it.
Our antique furniture restoration work uses traditional methods where the piece calls for them: hide glue for period-appropriate joint repairs, hand-mixed stains to match original color and tone, and French polish applied by hand-rubbed pad for pieces where spray finishes would compromise authenticity. For antiques where durability matters more than period accuracy, we use modern two-component finishes matched to the original sheen.
We work on American Colonial, Victorian, Arts and Crafts, Art Deco, mid-century modern, Scandinavian, and French Provincial pieces, among others. Custom fabrication of missing parts, including turned spindles, carved molding, drawer boxes, and decorative hardware, is handled in-house.
Table Refinishing and Restoration
Tables absorb more daily abuse than almost any other piece of furniture: scratches from dishes, white rings from glasses, sun bleaching near windows, warped leaves, wobbling pedestals. Most of it is fixable.
Our table refinishing and restoration work covers dining tables, coffee tables, side tables, writing desks, and entry consoles across a wide range of styles and periods. We repair structural issues first, then address the surface: leveling, filling, color-matching, and applying a finish that suits both the piece and how it gets used. When an original top is beyond saving, we fabricate replacements in solid hardwood, matched to the base in species, color, and profile.
We regularly work on double-pedestal antique dining sets, Heywood-Wakefield mid-century tables, Scandinavian modern designs, and heavy Mission-style pieces. If your dining table is the center of your home, it deserves more than a can of spray paint.
Wood Furniture Repair
Not every job is a full restoration. Sometimes a piece just needs one thing fixed: a broken drawer, a split panel, a loose base, water damage on one corner of a top. We handle targeted wood furniture repair jobs alongside complete projects.
Common furniture repair jobs we handle for Denver-area clients include structural joint repair and re-gluing, water damage and white ring removal, veneer lifting and re-bonding, scratch and dent filling, broken drawer box replacement, and finish spot repair to match existing color and sheen. We assess each piece individually and only recommend work that genuinely improves the piece.
Chair and Cabinet Repair
Chair repair is one of the most common requests in our shop. Chairs fail gradually: a rung loosens, a back rail cracks, a leg splits. By the time someone calls us, the chair is usually one hard sit away from failing completely. The good news is that most chair repairs are straightforward when the damage is caught before it compounds.
We re-glue and re-pin loose joints, replace broken members, repair split seats, and refinish to match when needed. Windsor chairs, ladder-back antiques, turned Victorian side chairs, and upholstered dining chairs all come through our shop regularly.
Cabinet repair covers a similar range: dropped hinges on antique armoires, warped doors on built-ins, broken drawer slides, structural overhauls of carved sideboards and buffets. We work on kitchen cabinets, bathroom vanities, bookcases, entertainment centers, and antique case pieces of all sizes and styles.
Pickup and Delivery in the Denver Metro
Our workshop is in Fort Collins, about an hour north of downtown Denver on I-25. We offer scheduled pickup and delivery throughout the metro so you do not have to figure out how to transport a dining table yourself.
We regularly serve clients in the following areas:
- Denver proper: Capitol Hill, Cherry Creek, Washington Park, Park Hill, Hilltop, Belcaro, Country Club, Curtis Park, the Highlands, Sunnyside, Sloan’s Lake
- Lakewood and Golden
- Englewood, Centennial, and Greenwood Village
- Aurora and the eastern suburbs
- Littleton and Lone Tree
- Arvada and Westminster
- Broomfield, Lafayette, and Louisville
- Castle Rock and the southern Front Range corridor
If you are unsure whether we cover your area, call or email and we will let you know.
Restore or Replace? A Straightforward Comparison
The decision depends on the piece, its condition, its provenance, and what you want from it. This table outlines the key factors honestly.
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Factor |
Professional Restoration |
Buying New |
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Cost |
Often less than replacing with comparable solid wood |
Full retail; quality varies widely |
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Material quality |
Original solid wood preserved |
New pieces frequently use particleboard or MDF |
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Sentimental value |
Retained |
Original piece is gone |
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Environmental impact |
No disposal; existing material reused |
Manufacturing of new piece, disposal of old |
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Antique or collector value |
Can be maintained or improved depending on provenance and market |
Not applicable |
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Guarantee |
100% satisfaction guarantee on all work |
Standard store return policy |
Restoration makes the most sense when the piece has genuine sentimental or collector value, when it is made from solid wood that would cost significantly more to replace today, or when a comparable new piece simply does not exist at a price that makes replacement worthwhile. We will give you a straight answer on this when you send us a photo.
What to Expect Working With G. Michaels Restoration
We are craftspeople first. Every estimate is assessed by someone who does the work, not a salesperson. Before any job begins, we confirm the full scope and cost with you. We call before doing anything that falls outside the original estimate. We give you a realistic timeline and stick to it as closely as we can.
A few things that are consistent across every job:
- Free estimates with no obligation to proceed
- Real people answer the phone at (970) 493-8737 during business hours
- 100% satisfaction guarantee on all work
- Pickup and delivery throughout the Denver metro
- Transparent communication from intake to delivery
- Traditional finishing techniques where period accuracy matters; modern coatings where durability is the priority
We have restored hundreds of pieces for Denver-area clients over the years, from single chair repairs to complete antique overhauls. The work ranges from a few hours to several weeks depending on the piece, and we approach each job the same way regardless of scope.
How Our Estimate Process Works
Send a photo to shop@gmrestores.com or submit through the contact form at gmrestores.com. Describe what the piece is, what is wrong with it, and whether you are in the Denver area. We review every submission and respond with an initial assessment, a rough cost range where possible, and next steps.
For more complex pieces, we may schedule a pickup or ask for additional photos. The formal estimate comes after we have examined the piece in the shop. There is no charge for the evaluation.
Once work begins, we keep you updated on progress and contact you immediately if something unexpected comes up. Turnaround time depends on the scope of work and current shop volume. We will always give you a realistic window upfront.
Common Furniture Repair and Restoration Types We Handle
- Antique furniture restoration: structural repair, finish restoration, custom part fabrication
- Wood furniture repair: joint re-gluing, water damage, veneer repair, scratch and dent filling
- Table repair and wood table refinishing: dining tables, coffee tables, custom solid-wood top fabrication
- Chair repair: loose rungs, broken rails, split seats, full re-gluing
- Cabinet repair: dropped hinges, warped doors, broken drawer components, structural repair
- Sofa frame repair: cracked or broken wood frames on upholstered furniture
- Color matching and refinishing: stain matching, sheen level matching, spot repairs
- French polish and shellac finishes for antique and period pieces
- Furniture stripping: removal of old finishes before refinishing
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does furniture restoration cost in the Denver area?
Cost depends on the piece, its condition, and what it needs. A targeted repair such as re-gluing a chair joint or removing water damage from a tabletop is generally less expensive than a full structural and finish restoration. We do not quote ranges without seeing the piece because the variation is too wide to be useful. What we can tell you is that for solid-wood furniture, restoration is often less expensive than sourcing a comparable replacement. Send us a photo and we will give you an honest estimate at no charge.
Do you pick up and deliver furniture in Denver?
Yes. We offer scheduled pickup and delivery throughout the Denver metro area. Schedule through our website or by calling (970) 493-8737. We handle the transport so you do not have to move a heavy or fragile piece yourself.
Is it worth restoring antique furniture, or should I sell it as-is?
That depends on provenance, maker, condition, and current market demand for that specific type of piece. A well-executed professional restoration can help an antique present better and, in some cases, support its value, but outcomes vary. For a general understanding of how Colorado antiques are documented and assessed, History Colorado maintains a research center and collections database that can provide useful historical context. For a specific assessment of your piece and whether restoration makes sense, call us and we will give you a candid opinion.
How long does furniture restoration take?
A targeted repair, such as a re-glue and finish touch-up on a single chair, might be completed in a few days. A full antique restoration involving structural work, custom fabrication, color matching, and a hand-applied finish can take several weeks. We give you a realistic timeline with every estimate and communicate any changes as the project develops. If you have a specific deadline, let us know at the outset.
What types of furniture do you restore for Denver clients?
We work on wood furniture of most styles, periods, and functions: dining tables and chairs, dressers and armoires, desks and secretaries, sideboards and buffets, antique trunks, bookcases, cabinets, bed frames, and sofas and chair frames. We have worked on American Colonial, Victorian, Arts and Crafts, Art Deco, mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern, and French Provincial pieces, among others. If you have something that does not fit a neat category, send us a photo and we will let you know whether we can help.
Get a Free Estimate for Your Denver Furniture Restoration Project
If you have a piece that needs attention, the easiest first step is to send us a photo. We review every submission, respond promptly, and give you a clear picture of what is involved before any commitment is required.
- Call or text: (970) 493-8737
- Email: shop@gmrestores.com
- Online: gmrestores.com
- Address: 113 Hickory Street, Fort Collins, Colorado 80524
- Hours: Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm
Free estimates. Pickup and delivery across the Denver metro. Satisfaction guaranteed on every job.
Located in the historic city of Fort Collins, Colorado. G. Michael's is an esteemed furniture repair and antique furniture restoration wood shop. With many years of hands-on experience breathing new life into heirloom pieces and estate finds, our master craftsmen treat every restoration as a personal commitment to preserving the stories your furniture carries. Families and collectors across Fort Collins and Denver metro area trust G. Michael's for work that honors the original character of each piece while restoring it to its full, lasting beauty.
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