Cabinets

Candle Boxes

Candle Sconces

Clock

Some of you have asked for more details about the construction of our pieces. This is a step-by-step description of the work that is done to finish each piece. The piece we follow through construction is a painted one; stained pieces have a slightly different process because they do not have any paint applied. All pieces are constructed from a high grade of northern white pine (native to New England, New York and Canada). By the way, if you still have questions, feel free to email us at sales@replitiques.com.

1. Lumber planed to desired thickness.
2. All components cut to size and shape.
3. All mating surfaces jointed and squared.
4. Pieces are sanded (first with medium coarse, then with medium paper)
5. Pieces pre-moistened and allowed to dry.
6. Final sanding with fine paper.
7. Components assembled using authentic cut nails, pegs and water resistent glue.
8. All joints sanded flush.
9. First coat of paint applied.
10. Thoroughly-dried paint is fine sanded.
11. Crackling compound is applied.
12. Second coat of paint applied.
13. The second coat of paint is fine sanded.
14. Seal coat applied.
15. Finish distressed to simulate age.
16. Finish is hand-rubbed.
17. Aging glaze applied.
18. Finish is hand-rubbed.
19. Final coat of high-grade furniture varnish is brushed on.
20. All interior surfaces are stained and sealed.
21. Finished piece is signed and dated.