is it possible to repair a damaged table top?

justaquestion

Hi folks,

We have a dinning room table that we have used constantly for over 20 years now, I would think its one of those tables where its probably some sort of manufactured top layer (as the drop leaf part in middle which we never use looks a lot newer than the rest of table that we use)

Anyways though we use place mats the top layer of table under the mats are well damaged probably from heat and age and from cleaning etc.

Time for a new table or is there some inexpensive sanding that some tradesperson could do might give it a new lease of life?

Thanks for any advice.

theonlywayisup

A photo may help.

Have you thought about painting it?

Ally_E.

It's always possible to repair furniture. Now you need to find out if it's solid wood, veneered or manufactured wood. Depending on your answer it might not be worth repairing as it will cost more than getting a new table or you'll sand through the top layer and ruin it anyway. If it's solid wood or veneered, lifting the finish with a stripper and then gently sanding and applying new finish would best. Plenty of videos on youtube on how to do this. If you go with a trades person again, depending on the quality of the table, it might be cheaper to buy a new one.

getmore4less

Depends on the surface layer if it will be worth an attempt at repair.

Have a look under to see if there is a manufacturer lable.
Should be able to find a specification.