Wooden Furniture Repair & Maintenance: Refinishing a Solid Walnut Dining Tabletop
Maintenance: Repair and Repainting of a Dining Tabletop
Custom Furniture, Architectural Woodwork, Built-In Fixtures, Remodeling, Repair & Maintenance by OJIKI Workshop
In this article, we would like to introduce a request from a client who owns a beloved solid walnut dining table that had been used for many years.
🔸Contents
1. Client Request
2. Work Process and Finish
3. Before and After Repair
4. Characteristics of Walnut Wood
5. Summary: Restoring the Beauty of Furniture with an Oil Finish
1. Client Request
The item we received this time was a solid walnut dining table that the client had used for many years.
The surface coating had peeled, and stickiness and scratches had become noticeable.
The client also requested that the legs be cut slightly shorter, so we handled both the repair and height adjustment.
2. Work Process and Finish
The following work was carried out:
• Surface sanding
We sanded away the peeling finish, scratches, and stickiness to expose the natural solid wood surface.
• Oil finish + wax
A non-colored oil was applied to bring out the character of the wood grain, followed by wax to add a subtle sheen and restore a natural feel.
• Leg height adjustment, -3 cm
The legs were cut according to the client’s request and reattached securely to prevent wobbling.
3. Before and After Repair
Before
• The overall surface appeared whitish, uneven, and faded
• Peeling coating and roughness on the surface were noticeable
After
• The beauty of the wood grain stands out, with a deeper color tone
• The moist sheen and smooth feel of the oil finish have been restored
• The edges of the tabletop have also been smoothed and refined
*The cut sections of the legs are not shown in the photos, but we carefully finished every detail.
4. Characteristics of Walnut Wood
Walnut is a highly popular wood used worldwide for high-quality furniture. It has the following appeals:
• Deep brown color and beautiful grain
It is a material that develops even more character over time.
• Excellent durability and strength
It has a substantial feel and the strength to withstand many years of use.
• Excellent compatibility with oil finishes
The contrast in the wood grain becomes more pronounced, resulting in a moist and refined finish.
Even when the surface coating has deteriorated over time as in this case, sanding and refinishing can restore the table’s beauty to a condition close to new.
5. Summary: Restoring the Beauty of Furniture with an Oil Finish
“Repair and continue using it instead of replacing it.”
This choice reflects a desire to cherish memories and attachment.
At OJIKI Workshop, we offer furniture repair services such as detailed adjustments and refinishing according to each client’s needs.
• You are concerned about peeling or damaged coating
• You want to change the height or color tone
• You want to continue using your furniture for many years
If you have any of these concerns, please feel free to contact us.
At OJIKI Workshop, we handle not only custom-made furniture and architectural woodwork, but also a wide range of repair and maintenance services, including restoration of high-gloss painted finishes on well-used furniture and the revival of antique furniture.
For detailed consultations and estimates, please feel free to contact us via our official LINE account, by phone, or through our inquiry form.
Phone: 046-204-5592 (Weekdays 9:00–18:00)
LINE: OJIKI Workshop Official Account
《About OJIKI Workshop》
OJIKI Workshop manufactures and sells furniture, doors, and architectural woodwork made from solid natural wood.
In addition to selling our original products, we also provide custom-made furniture, remodeling, repair, and maintenance services for unused furniture, aged doors, and built-in woodwork that no longer suits modern lifestyles.
For remodeling, repair, and maintenance projects, we listen carefully to our clients’ requests regarding design, functionality, and usability before beginning production. This approach has earned us many words of appreciation from our customers.
We hope to meet the needs of customers who wish to use their wooden furniture and wooden architectural elements with care for many years to come.
⚫︎You want to repair and maintain beloved furniture or doors so you can continue using them for a long time.
⚫︎You want to remodel furniture that your family has used for many years so it better suits your current lifestyle.
⚫︎You want to order custom-made furniture or doors made from natural materials, with careful attention to both design and usability.
⚫︎You want to live in a healthier environment, both physically and mentally, by using natural materials in the furniture and doors of your home.
⚫︎You want to incorporate a relaxing environment with natural materials into your office.
⚫︎You want to create a shop that uses plenty of natural materials.
And more.
For consultations about furniture and architectural woodwork made from natural materials, please leave it to us at OJIKI Workshop.
We look forward to hearing from you.
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OJIKI Co., Ltd.
Wooden Furniture and Wooden Architectural Woodwork [Custom-Made, Remodeling, Repair]
Zama, Yamato, Sagamihara
5-49-16 Hibarigaoka, Zama City, Kanagawa 252-0003, Japan
Phone: 046-204-5592 (Weekdays 9:00–18:00)
Representative Director: Kenichi Okawa
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Graduated from the Department of Architecture, Faculty of Engineering, Tokai University
Graduated from Chippendale International School of Furniture in the United Kingdom
(Furniture making and antique furniture repair)
Trained for three years at Rengesou Motomachi Workshop
Based on the traditional production process of Yokohama furniture, which has continued for more than 100 years, he continues to explore new designs using materials such as iron, leather, and glass while engaging in woodworking every day.
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