Memories matter.
Sometimes we have plans, but often, life happens faster.
Of course, memories matter, but restoring grandmother’s cabinet takes a lot of focused time. The day to day has to be the focus; your plans get stored for tomorrow.
This project was 20 years in the making.
Finally we completed tomorrow’s project.
Rekindled memories make a world of difference.
The Hoosier base cabinet was lightly stripped of remaining finish, any loose joinery was reglued and metal lower drawer patched
The chipped porcelain top was reversed, best edge out
Dust and Time's crumbs were thoroughly cleaned from the interior of the base
Door joints, most loose were re-glued and doors squared and cleaned up
The shelf surfaces were stripped of remaining varnish and dust. A new shelf created.
The tambour was waxed and squared for easy, smooth service
The base gets three coats of high quality varnish
Finish application process is under way
Doors receive the finish treatment
Original hardware is cleaned and painted the original color
Door is fitted and re-hung
The double doors are fitted and adjusted for alignment
Upper section reset on the base for the first time in 20 years
Hinges, original style latches and period glass pulls are installed. The lower door is next.
Grandmother's Hoosier Cabinet is set where it has been always meant to be. Looks great!!