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re-tinning copper pot | tin lining | copper pot restoration

04.23.10

Do you have that favorite copper pot or pan than you just love but it has lost it’s luster or more important the tin lining is gone?  This hammered copper pot with brass handles was cleaned, polished and re-tin lined and is as good if not better… [read more]

dent removal | bowl repair | silver repair and restoration

04.20.10

We realize the value of your silver items – not only from a monetary value but also from a sentimental value. We have always utilized the old methods of silver repair and restoration – some of our tools are well over 100 years old.  We also perform detailed repairs with… [read more]

front door hardware restoration

04.17.10

In by 9:00 out by 4:00 that’s our same day service Monday through Thursday.  Here is a before & after of a set that was given new life with a dark oil rubbed bronze finish.  Give us a call at (847)251-0187 if you’d like to know more about our same… [read more]

exterior hardware plating & finishing

04.10.10

We did this project for a commercial builder in Chicago over a 3 week period.  They were restoring the exterior hardware on a building with over a dozen exterior doors. Vintage thumb levers, mail slots and cylinders were provided as well as our own wilmette hardware mortise locks.  The finish… [read more]