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Refurbing these units..
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WOW.
That looks stunning.
Absolutely love it
Is there a specific area on here you can ask re paints, parts, techniques etc?
Or look on pinterest. :j
Thanks, it's not actually as blue as it looks in the pic, it's darker in real life.. And i there's enough left to do the smaller unit so maybe I should be money saving that way?! Just worry it won't sell.
The first one strikes me as late 1920s /early 1930s from the colour of the wood and the little bit at the back on top. I remember similar in my great aunts' houses - bought new to hold cherished wedding gifts inside.
The second one - depends on what the lock, back and underside are like, and the quality of the wood. It might be 1980s repro (expensive in its day due to the detailing) or late Edwardian.
Nothing wrong with reproduction if somebody wants an attractive piece of furniture to use, btw.
It is difficult when I can't feel the wood and look underneath etc
They are both attractive pieces and will stand out when finished.