Antique furniture restoration in Saint Paul, MN is one of Dale’s specialties, and it takes a steady hand and decades of experience to do it right. Dale’s Furniture Refinishing restores antiques, heirlooms, and vintage pieces for families across Saint Paul and the Twin Cities, bringing tired old wood back to life while protecting the history that makes each piece special. As a solo master craftsman, Dale does every step by hand.
Our restoration process
Antiques deserve patience, not shortcuts. Dale begins by evaluating the piece, the type of wood, the original finish, and the damage, then chooses methods that respect its age and construction. Where possible, he conserves the original surface; when refinishing is needed, he hand-strips old, failing finishes and applies a new custom finish that suits the era of the piece.
Color and stain are matched by eye so repairs blend seamlessly with the surrounding wood. Dale’s custom finishes give a unique sheen and bring wood to life, guaranteed not to have a manufactured look. Loose joints are re-glued, veneer is patched, and worn hardware is cleaned or replaced to keep the piece true to its original character.
What we restore
- Antique dressers, bureaus, and chests of drawers
- Dining tables, sideboards, and buffets
- Chairs, rockers, and settees (including chair caning)
- Desks, secretaries, and bookcases
- Cabinets, curios, and china hutches
- Heirloom and inherited pieces of sentimental value
- Water-damaged, sun-faded, or insect-damaged antiques
Why choose Dale’s for antique restoration
- All work done by hand by a single master craftsman, never rushed or farmed out
- Custom finishes matched to the age and wood of your piece
- Fair, honest pricing with no upsells
- We always guarantee our work
- 40+ years of craftsmanship serving the Twin Cities since 1975
- FREE estimates so there are no surprises
- Local to Saint Paul and easy to work with
Restore, don’t replace
That dresser from your grandmother or the dining table that has hosted decades of family dinners simply can’t be replaced by something new. Restoration keeps the story alive, and you can often save up to 70% by restoring rather than buying a comparable antique. Good antiques were built to last for generations, and with the right care they will.
Ready to bring your antique back to life? Call Dale today at (651) 748-9465 for a FREE estimate, or contact us here. You can also explore our full furniture refinishing services or check current pricing.