I know this is an old thread but ...
French polishing is quite hard work. 30 's items might not be French polished in which case strip and apply Danish oil, hardwax oil or varnish.
I have restored old Ercol items, it is well worth the effort as they are made from nice wood. My items are like new. Good restoration increases value, bad doesn't.
French polishing is quite hard work. 30 's items might not be French polished in which case strip and apply Danish oil, hardwax oil or varnish.
I have restored old Ercol items, it is well worth the effort as they are made from nice wood. My items are like new. Good restoration increases value, bad doesn't.