Abe is basically a wizard. (And a super punctual one who shows up precisely on time and answers the…read morephone anytime you call!) In a tragic didn't-fit-through-the-door scenario, we had to saw the back legs off a leather club chair. We'd attempted to screw them back on, but didn't do a good job, so the leg fell off again and the wood was damaged. Abe came to our house to assess the damage. He arrived at exactly the time he said he would, spent a few minutes looking at the chair, and gave us a fair estimate for the price. One week later, he brought the chair back. Abe had crafted totally new legs, stained them a perfect color, and reattached them (and fixed all the ratty upholstery under the chair where my cat had burrowed into the lining). It looks impeccable, and it's structurally sound. All within one week, including pick up and drop off! Abe is amazing and I'd use him again in a heartbeat.

Abe took this very old, squeaky chair with a broken back and made it stable and beautiful. The…read morewhole process was easy and he did an excellent job. This chair that my great-great aunt originally owned lives to see at least a few more decades!

My mother's hope chest has been in my custody since she died over forty years ago, and I'm sorry to…read moresay that I didn't take good care of it. The finish was damaged, and the top was badly scratched up by years of dogs jumping up on it. When I finally decided to have it refinished, I chose Murphy's based on my daughter's experience with them, and expected them to do as good a job as possible under the circumstances, but they really exceeded my expectations -- it looks wonderful, better than it looked when I first inherited it! I highly recommend this service! I wish I had a Before picture but I was too ashamed of its condition to take one!

I had scratched our dining room table during a move and didn't think it could ever be repaired to…read morethe original quality. But Bob and his team exceeded our expectations, even after close examination there was no way to tell that it wasn't the original finish. Bob delivered exactly what he promised and we could not be happier. He delivered on time and provided door to door pickup and delivery. If you are in the need for furniture refinishing I would absolutely recommend Murphy's Refinishing with no hesitation. It was a great experience for us.

A short while ago, I requested a recommendation to repair the gilded frame on our large mirror. It…read morelooked uncomplicated, but I hesitated fixing it myself. A few neighbors promptly recommended Trefler's in Newton. I took photos of the damage and stopped in at Trefler's. The person I met said the repair would be around $400 and would take about 10 weeks, which was far more than I expected for such a seemingly small repair. Consequently, to my delight I discovered Burma Design, Antique Furniture Restoration and Conservation at 65 Sprague St. East in Hyde Park. I called Matt Burstein, forwarded a few photos of the damages and had quick, thorough and professional email and phone correspondence with Matt. My wife and I moved the mirror to Matt's bright, spacious workshop and to our delight Matt was able to beautifully repair our mirror in less than a week for a fraction of what Trefler's suggested it would cost. We were so impressed and pleased with Matt's stellar work and our enjoyable and informative interactions with him, that I offered to write this unsolicited testimonial. In our talks, we discovered that with a background rooted in furniture design, custom cabinetry and furniture making, Matt Burstein has over 35 years of experience in museum quality antique furniture repair, conservation and restoration, period finishes and techniques, as well as antique furniture authentication. Passionate about detail and craftsmanship, Matt's diverse range of services include: * structural stabilization and joinery repair, * carving, fabrication & replacement of missing parts & carved elements, * color and finish matching * inlay, marquetry and veneer repair and replacement * finish refurbishing and conservative cleaning * French polishing and brass polishing * custom period finishes Matt at Burma Design, LLC, can be reached at 617.276.3776​ and MB@burmadesign.com https://www.burmadesign.com/

Matt is a true professional and I highly recommend him to anyone thinking about having a piece…read morerestored. I had a family heirloom that was essentially a museum piece mailed up to him from Florida. He was honest in his pricing and assessment and made sure that he explained everything he planned to do in depth so that I understood the process. He also was honest about timing which I greatly appreciated. Perhaps one of the best things besides the fact that the piece now looks immaculate is that he helped me with shipping and delivery of the secretaire to my house. I was pulling my hair out stressing about how I would get that part done, but lo and behold Matt has the perfect guys for the job. Every step of this process was easy and stress free. I wouldn't look anywhere else.

Sovalle furniture refinishing did an amazing job on my coffee table and 2 end tables. They look…read morebrand new. I am very happy and highly recommend them. Reasonable price and great quality.

From the owner: Your Trusted Partner for Furniture Repair, Custom Creations, and Assembly Services!…read moreAre you looking for expert furniture repair, custom-built pieces, or reliable assembly services? Look no further! With years of experience our professionals ready to take on any project, big or small. Services We Offer: • Furniture Repair: From fixing broken chairs to restoring antique furniture, our specialists can make your pieces look and feel like new again. • Custom Furniture: Need something unique? We design and craft custom furniture tailored to your exact specifications and style. • Furniture Assembly: Fast, efficient, and precise assembly for your new furniture, whether it’s from IKEA, WayFair, Amazon or another brand. • Furniture Moving and Transport: Need your furniture relocated? I offer moving services with our fully equipped boxtrack. • Inventory Assembly: we can also help assemble office furniture, storage units, or any other type of inventory you need to set up. Why Choose our team? • Extensive Experience: we’ve worked on countless furniture projects, both residential and commercial. • High-Quality Tools & Equipment: our specialists use only the best tools and materials to ensure a top-notch result. • On-Time & Reliable: We value your time and always deliver on schedule. • Affordable & Transparent Pricing: No hidden fees—just honest and fair pricing for high-quality work.

Who knew that furniture disassembly and reassembly was a thing? I certainly didn't until I treated…read moremyself to an extra cozy Boston Interiors sectional and the sofa portion wouldn't fit up my front or back staircase. Whoops! I had already been waiting two months for delivery, so to say I was disappointed is an understatement. Then the panic kicked in. Since it was a custom sectional, I would get majorly dinged if I returned it. But what other options were there? That's where Melo and Sons came in. The delivery guy put me on the phone with his manager to talk it over. Yes, returning the sectional was an option, as was taking out my dining room window to bring the sofa portion in that way (hell no!) Or... I could have some pros disassemble it at their warehouse then reassemble it in my living room. Of my three options, the third was the winner by a longshot. As I was the first delivery of the day, I patiently waited until Melo and Sons opened then gave them a ring. Joanne immediately answered and put my nerves at ease. It was obvious I wasn't the first numpty to purchase a too big piece of furniture that needed saving by them. After providing her all the requested information, I had a delivery date for about three weeks out. By the time my Boston Interiors salesperson called to discuss the failed delivery, everything was already tucked and tied with Melo and Sons. When the big day finally arrived, Mike and George showed up right on time and quickly got to work. They laid down moving blankets to protect the floor then brought up the disassembled sofa in several carefully wrapped pieces. Aside from being the consummate professionals, they were funny to boot. It took them less than two hours to reassemble the sofa and at long last reunite it with its other half. That evening, after three long months, I finally got to relax on and enjoy my sectional in its full glory. All thanks to Melo and Sons and their niche specialty.

This review is long over due! Melo & Sons saved the day by helping us move a large couch into our…read moresmall third floor apartment in October 2024. The team was able to take it apart in Ipswich, bring the pieces to my new apartment in Beverly, and rebuild it in my living room. The two gentlemen who helped us were kind, professional, and a blast to hang out with while they worked. They saved me from spending thousands on a new couch. HIGHLY recommend Melo & Sons.

Steve repaired and refinished several dining room pieces that had been damaged in a move. He also…read morerepaired a split drawer in an antique 1850's campaign chest. It was a very minimal restoration and thus did not diminish the value of the piece. His work is first rate and reasonably priced.

I had two items repaired and the workmanship and color match were exceptional. One of the items…read morewas a family heirloom and T.M. brought it back to life. I hope to have it for many more years and then pass it on to my family. The work was done in a reasonable amount of time. I highly recommend T.M. Woodworks. I have already scheduled additional items to be repaired and have told family and friends.

I can't say enough about Patrick and Kevin. I brought in an Ethan Allen chair and they made it look…read moreso beautiful. The pattern was put together so perfectly and the piping was spot on. Thank you!

Patrick Bowen is a genius in furniture repair! He doesn't just repair furniture, he makes it part…read moreof his "family" as he lovingly cares for your precious item. He has repaired 2 different pieces for me and I am extremely pleased. He is an absolute delight and I enjoy each encounter with him. You may have to wait awhile to get a space in his very busy schedule, but it is worth the wait. I recommend him 100%!