Perfection, professional, courteous and reasonable are a few words that come to mind in describing…read moremy experience with Classic Furniture Works. Mike McDowell went above and beyond to ensure perfection and that every detail was to my exact liking. There was an immediate rapport as I explained how the one-of-a-kind coffee table I designed more than forty years ago while attending university in Tallahassee and how I found the planks of cherry wood to use in building it at a small sawmill near Whigham (GA). Although I was able to create the legs, I had no idea how to assemble the design. To my surprise, my father showed up one day at my apartment with the completed table. He was just that kind of guy--part of the Greatest Generation, fought in some the worst parts of the Battle of the Bulge, and went on to serve more than fifty years in public education. People and things have come and gone through the years, but the table remained with me as I traveled across the country and around the world. My most recent move to Bel Air (MD) did not break the table, but at long last, there were enough marks and dents that could justify turning it into kindling. Mr. McDowell intently listened as I explained how the table was not perfectly square. My father also added braces that were not part of the original design. Mr. McDowell assured me the table could be preserved and asked to study it before offering to provide an estimate. I soon heard back from Mr. McDowell with a detailed description of what would be required to restore and also achieve the original design. He never rushed nor did he try to speed through the restoration. He took his time to make sure his work reflected the high quality and precision of his craft. I also received periodic updates from him at each step of the process. The finished restoration is now indeed the work of art that my father and I originally envisioned more than four decades ago. I feel very fortunate to have connected with Mr. McDowell to restore this table, which for me holds a sentimental value. I highly recommend Classic Furniture Works to anyone who wants to restore a fixture they feel is precious and irreplaceable.

I had some furniture damaged during a cross country move. They did an amazing job restoring all the…read moredamaged furniture pieces. The craftsmanship on the restoration of all the wood pieces was superb and made my job drop upon seeing it. I would use them again in a heart beat and recommend them to everyone!

Mary did an unbelievable job restoring two antique arm chairs that I inherited when my grandmother…read morepassed away. The frame and woodwork on these chairs was in very good condition, but the upholstery was a tapestry look that was worn and had tears. I wanted these chairs to be renewed but without destroying their late 1800s character. I opted for a green velvet. I was confident that Mary would take good care of these chairs when she saw them and got excited about the restoration. These chairs turned out beautiful - Mary restored the springs, batting and straps to preserve the firm but comfortable seating. The velvet and piping work are beautiful. This was our first engagement with Mary and we could not be more pleased. We have other pieces that we will be bringing to Mary for restoration.

Even though Mary is not set up to do the work I requested she gave me some helpful information in…read moremy search.

We requested that the antique couch and chair, whose bottom was beginning to fall out, be repaired…read more After receiving a fair quote London picked up the furniture then proceeded to tell me more work would be required and the cost would be more. We refused to pay this additional cost and asked that our furniture be returned. After months of promising to return it he surprised us be saying the repairs had been made. Upon returning the furniture, almost a year later he proceeded to tell us he would not recommend sitting in the furniture because it may not hold. I told him if I had known this I would not have had him do any of the work, which I also told him not to do. After i complained he changed his tune to say it would be okay to sit in. I am completely disappointed with this whole event and certainly will not be using him again.

Leather stools were cracked and peeling. One had a broken foot rest. They were reupholstered and…read moreall came out perfectly and repaired. Thank you!

Excellent upholstery shop! As an interior designer, Kevin &…read morehis crew have help me with lots of projects. My clients are very pleased with their workmanship.

The response was very fast. The price seems reasonable. At this time I cannot get the job done but…read morewill keep them first as my choice.

I just went back to Century after getting a few pieces done a few months ago and they did not…read moredisappoint yet again. Rick was helpful and enthusiastic to assist me in choosing the right fabrics and design for my rooms. Very highly recommended and by far the best in the Baltimore area.

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Honestly my dad's mercury has been in this shop for over 2 years and the guy who has been working…read moreon his car keeps coming up with excuses after excuses for when the project will be finished!! It's absolutely ridiculous that he is still in business with this timeframe! Plus he's hardly even there anymore. I get that my dad's cars is rare but really over 2 years that's not Kosher. All we want is my dad's car back home so he can complete his pride and joy! Don't go there to get upholstery done if you want it done fast.

Worked seamlessly with my insurance company. Did an excellent job replacing the sunroof of my…read moreSubaru.

OK, Donnie is a true craftsman. We had a gouge on the top of our painted table top. Donnie came…read moreout, assessed the damage and told us it was no problem. He showed up as scheduled a couple of days later and spent about two hours repairing the damage. This included nearly perfectly matching the complex color of the top. The match was very good initially but Donnie spent the time to perfect the match. Repairs of this type are not inexpensive but quality is worth the cost. We are VERY satisfied.

I hired this company to reinforce a sagging cushion on a recliner for my handicapped brother…read more Donnie spent an hour inserting a piece of foam inside the cushion and stitching the cushion back up. He charged $400 for this. I was shocked. Foam will compress after time and I assumed he would use a better material. I called him to discuss, and he said he was sorry I felt this way. He thought $400 was a good price. A lot of other people said he charged a fair amount. Not even close. For 1 hour's work and a piece of foam.

Heche's was owned byJim Young. He has been an excellent hand scissor, custom slipcover cutter, for…read moreas long as I've been alive. In addition, Jim Young can also make custom draperies. He has worked for most of the older Custom Design Houses on the East Coast. I have even met a customer who had her sofa upholstered 20 years ago and was so glad to hear that Jim Young was still working so she could ask him to re-upholster her same sofa. Give him a call, 443-928-4744, tell him what you have to be covered & how. Jim Young will tell you what you need to do next. Older furniture is most likely made sturdier and even if a new slipcover seems pricey compared to a new piece of furniture, it will definitely be worth it because the bones of your furniture are stronger than new made furniture. But if those bones need to be repaired & strengthened, Jim Young can get that done too.