Fixing Up My Great Grandma's Table

This poor mahogany antique table was looking more than a little bit shabby.  Lots of surface scratches and a part of the pie crust trim along the top and split.  I decided Sunday evening I should give it a bit of a makeover.

This is such a pretty little table

After a light cleaning I used some wood glue and fixed the split piece of trim.  I was careful to wipe up any excess glue and make sure the piece was perfectly aligned.  I didn't even need to use a clamp.  It set up right in place and after an hour of drying time I was ready to proceed.

Lots of little surface scratches and the finish is pretty dull

I got out my trusty Howards Restore-A-Finish and some fine steel wool and went over all of the surfaces.  As usual it did a fabulous job and I was amazed at how it filled in the scratches and transformed this piece.

Looks amazing!

No more scratches

I had refinished this table some thirty plus years ago and it has done a wonderful job for us.  I am really happy I was able to bring it back to its former glory and shine once again.  I think it is a beautiful piece and since it belonged to my great grandmother it is definitely one of those heirloom pieces we hope to have for a very long time.  One day I hope to pass it down to one of my daughters.  In the meantime I will continue to care for and enjoy it.