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re: anyone know what kind of chairs these are?

6 years ago

Hi. I recently bought these chairs at a thrift store. They are sturdy and comfortable so I figured I would re-stain and reupholster. Any ideas as to what time frame these are from and/or any ideas as to what I should do with them will be appreciated! Thank you in advance to all replies.

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Beth H. :

6 years ago

last modified: 6 years ago

if you want to re-stain, all of the old finish needs to be stripped. don't just wipe on a gel stain over whats there, it will look horrid.

you can try sanding the flat parts until you reach bare wood, but those turned front supports are going to be difficult. Even if you paint, it will all need a very good sanding until it's smooth.

i think if you kept the leather, gave it a good cleaning and conditioning, and painted the wood a satin black, they would look great.

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JudyG Designs
6 years ago
Photo?
Ma Pdl
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6 years ago
sorry having trouble uploading...
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Ma Pdl
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6 years ago
Ma Pdl
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6 years ago
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JudyG Designs
6 years ago
last modified: 6 years ago
Right off the bat…maple wood, guessing 1950’s, cushions ( leather?) looks in good shape.

Paint the wood frame white or black?
Ma Pdl
Original Author
6 years ago
Thanks for your thoughts! The leather is in fact in decent shape, but I guess I assumed the make over would be on the cushions and not on the wood. hmm something for me to think about...
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JudyG Designs
6 years ago
last modified: 6 years ago
The chairs are definitely 50’s; a sad attempt at early Colonial style. Keep the leather and paint the maple in a high gloss finish to make it “today". Nice buy!
teeda
6 years ago
Great chairs! Research Cushman Colonial Creations. They look very similar to some of the earlier lines--1930s. Very well made, and last forever. There is definitely a market for them.
Ma Pdl
Original Author
6 years ago
Thanks for all the replies. That's 2 votes for painting the wood! I'll try to find pics that would look similar to the finished product and will check in with my local handyman to see what he can do. Thanks!
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Beth H. :
6 years ago
Ma,,,,that's only if you don't want to do the staining yourself. I think if it was stained a richer, warmer walnut tone, it would look equally as good as the black paint. it all depends how much your want to do or spend.

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