"Links"

Here are a few useful links to people and businesses
that have been a great resource to me.

	Austin Hardwoods- By far, one of the best hardwood lumber companies in Orange County. They stock lumber, hardware and finishing supplies.

	Schiffer Books- One of the best publishers of books on Antique American Furniture. They also write many books about collectibles.

	Professional Refinishers Group- A group of refinishers from around the world that communicate via e-mail to strengthen the profession and support one another. The well of knowledge is deep.

	Steve Nearman is a fellow member of Professional Refinishers Groop with 35+ years of experience in the trade.Your complete furniture service. We care about you, and your fine furnishings, antique or modern.

	Antique Leathers USA has been performing this centuries-old trade of custom in-layed leather surfaces with 23 karat gold leaf accents. Master Craftsman Billy Mulkey has been performing this centuries-old trade on all kinds of antiques and other surfaces for over 35 years. If you want quality leather works at an affordable price, Antique Leathers USA would be a good choice for you.

Muff's Antiques-
Located in the city of Orange. Muff's stocks a vast array of antique hardware as well as reproduction hardware for your furniture. Muff's is the must see store for the antique hardware adventure.

Howard Restore-A-Finish
Antique dealers use Howards to clean up their pieces prior to selling them. This an excellent oil with color for your furniture. It will remove white water rings and color other minor defects. Following up with wax seals in the oil. A truly wonderful product.

Understanding Wood Finishing-
Many years ago, I set the goal of writing a book on furniture refinishing. One day, I came across a book that far exceeded my dream. Bob Flexner has now written two excellent books on Refinishing. His approach is very detailed, yet written in a way that is easy to follow. His book can be found at most woodworking stores. Here is a link to Amazon if you wish.

Specializing in high quality repair of antique and vintage mechanical clocks

Mantel, Wall, Grandfather, Cuckoo, Anniversary
American & European,
Antique, Vintage & Modern

Touchup can be used on all your household furniture, your tables and chairs, bedroom furniture, living room furniture. If your kitchen cabinets are showing signs of wear and tear from water damage, or everyday use etc. Don’t replace or refinish. They just might need a touchup. All work is done on site. If it’s wood it can be cared for by the Wood Wizard.

If you are looking to weave the seat on a chair or have it done for you Franks is the place to go. They carry a large assortment of natural fibres like rattan, bamboo and cane. Take a look at their site and you will see what I mean. I have worked with Mike for the past 35 years. He's a great guy.