One of the most common worries about restoring an antique is whether refinishing will hurt its value. Done correctly, it will not, and neglecting a deteriorating finish often does more harm. The key is knowing when to conserve and when to refinish.
Conserve First
For genuine antiques, original finish and patina carry value, so our first approach is conservation: cleaning, stabilizing, and repairing while preserving as much original surface as possible. We refinish only when the existing finish is failing beyond repair or the piece is a working item rather than a collector’s antique.
What We Repair
- Veneer, inlay, and marquetry damage
- Water rings, heat marks, and finish failure
- Loose joints, structural repairs, and hardware
- Sun fading and color loss
Heirlooms and Designer Pieces
Whether it is a family heirloom or a high-end designer piece, the goal is the same: restore beauty and function without erasing character. Our craftsmen treat each piece according to its age, construction, and value.
Ask Us First
We will tell you honestly whether to conserve or refinish. See our antique and fine furniture restoration service, or explore all of our wood restoration work across DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Send photos for a written estimate.
Get a Free Assessment from Rose Restoration
Tell us about your marble, stone, terrazzo, or concrete and our senior technicians will recommend the right restoration approach. Family-run and trusted across Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia since 1978.
Call (703) 327-7676 · Email info@roserestoration.com · or send us photos.
Restore. Don't replace.
47 years of polishing marble, terrazzo, concrete, and tile across Washington DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland. IMF, Four Seasons, Smithsonian, and the Virginia State Capitol trust us — you can too.