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Care of any piece of wood furniture,  whether new or old,  is relatively simple. If in actual use in your home,  the surface should be protected with a good coating of paste wax and buffed out to a soft sheen. … Continue reading →

The inventory we maintain is shown on our website www.damarine antiques.com where you can review the items we offer for sale through the internet , our shop in Damariscotta and at our booth spaces in Avalon Antiques Market ( a … Continue reading →

Slide each drawer out and in. Do they slide easily and in a  straight line backwards and forwards ? If not the drawer bottom runners and the drawer support boards may be extensively worn. If the drawer wiggles from side … Continue reading →

Whenever a piece of furniture is damaged save the broken pieces. Typically fancy moldings , pieces of veneer  , chair rungs , spindles , knobs and pulls are broken off during use or while being moved to a new location. … Continue reading →

Midcoast Maine ranks as an area replete with historic sites , astounding ocean and river vistas , rolling lush farmlands , contemporary services for lodging and dining ,  and cultural activities for every taste and interest. The Pemaquid Peninsula thrusts … Continue reading →

A couple`s  search for authentic antiques  for their home evolved into a full time business in 1987 with  the opening of of our first shop on ” Antiques Alley ” U.S. Route 7  in Ridgefield , CT in the heart … Continue reading →