How do you restore an antique trunk?
Remove Damaged Materials and Fix Problems
- Use a scraper and water to remove stained and damaged paper inside the trunk.
- Place the trunk outside in the sun to remove odors.
- Remove rusty parts and use a wire brush or sandpaper to scrape off the rust.
- Remove rotten leather and other damaged parts.
How do I know if my old trunk is valuable?
Condition is a big factor to consider when valuing your antique trunk. Missing hardware pieces, broken slats, rust, large dents and other defects make a trunk unappealing for household use. Broken slats and missing hardware pieces can be replaced but will look “new” and out of place unless you can find original parts.
How old is my antique trunk?
1) To be considered antique, trunks must be at least 100 years and cannot have been restored. This greatly affects their value and should definitely be taken into consideration when you’re looking to start or expand your collection.
How much does it cost to refurbish an old trunk?
The cost of antique trunk restoration services varies greatly depending on what you would like to have done. Generally speaking costs range from $350 to $1,200 dollars on the very high end plus shipping each way.
How do you restore a steamer trunk?
Use a putty knife to remove old paper from the inside of a steamer trunk. Scrape old paper from the inside of the steamer trunk with a putty knife and remove excess glue, using a spray bottle with water and vinegar mixture.
What is my steamer trunk worth?
These are the two most important factors in determining the value of your antique steamer trunk. Louis Vuitton trunks will sell for between $3000 and $20,000 while an unmarked steamer trunk will only sell for between $75 and $100. Martin Maier and Goyard steamer trunks may sell for between $500 and $3000.
What can I do with an old trunk?
A vintage trunk can be also turned into a home bar, just renovate or decorate it as you need and then put on some legs of your choice, or put several trunks on each other. Voila! you can use the top or open the chest and place bottles and glasses inside.
How much is an old steamer trunk worth?
How do you clean an old trunk?
Clean metal antique trunks with a mixture of one part white vinegar and one part water in a spray bottle. Gently clean paper lined trunk interiors by spraying the vinegar solution on your cleaning cloth and carefully wiping down the interior.
How do you clean an old army trunk?
Clean trunk thoroughly using ammonia and soap dissolved in warm water to remove grease and grime. Use a soft brush where necessary but do not keep the trunk wet longer than necessary. Rinse by wiping with water and vinegar and buff dry. Let dry overnight.
What can you do with an old trunk?
How do you clean an old steamer trunk?
Mix up a 1/2 cup of Murphy’s Oil Soap in a bucket of warm water. Dip a sponge in the solution and wring it out until it’s damp, not sloppy wet. Wipe the inside of the old steamer trunk out until it’s clean. Rinse and wring the sponge out as needed.
Is it possible to repair an antique trunk?
Many times, antique trunks have been sitting for years in an attic or cellar, and are in pretty poor condition: but even so, trunks are almost always repairable & the transformation can be incredible! We have replacement leather Handles, Brass Corners, Fasteners, Rollers, Locks & many more items to help you with your project.
What kind of Hardware do I need for antique trunk?
We also carry numerous finishes to add the finishing touches to your antique trunk, including stitched and embossed leather handles as well as gleaming polished brass. With everything we offer to complete the job, you can round off an easy DIY trunk project with the perfect hardware.
How many antique trunks have Shenandoah restoration restored?
Click here NOW! Order our New Catalog and Price List. Refinishing Aids, Supplies, and Chemicals. Read what people are saying about the services and products at Shenandoah Restoration!!! We have restored, refinished and repaired since 2003. Over 1000 antique trunks have passed through our hands.
How to print out an antique trunk catalog?
If you’d prefer to print out a paper catalog that shows some (not all) of our trunk parts, please download this Adobe PDF file and print it out on your own printer. Cool!
