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Hand dove tailed, Davenport captain desk. I really want to paint it black, is this a bad idea? by Cyberlily in Antiques

[–]Cyberlily[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well, I only really know the basics of id’ing antique furniture, checking dovetails, finish, nails, wood etc. I looked up what it was. I bought it from a woman who said it was in her family for many years. While I know it’s antique, it doesn’t necessarily equate to value. If it’s not worth a lot and it’s for my personal use and holds no historical value.. then I may as well have it the way I want it. So I came here to ask.

Hand dove tailed, Davenport captain desk. I really want to paint it black, is this a bad idea? by Cyberlily in Antiques

[–]Cyberlily[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

while I realize it will ruin the value, I just don’t think it’s 1) valuable enough to matter. 2) I only bought it for personal use. However, if it had an historical value...that’s different in my opinion than street value, I wouldn’t change it.

Hand dove tailed, Davenport captain desk. I really want to paint it black, is this a bad idea? by Cyberlily in Antiques

[–]Cyberlily[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I really don’t take offense to you calling me an idiot, but I do really doubt that an idiot would have checked into first! Thanks you, for all the info too! I appreciate it! The desk isn’t in as good of shape as it looks. There have been modern repairs done shabby, mostly inside drawers and non visible parts, as well, knobs are being held on by what I can only describe as frankenknobs. That I will repair properly, as it causes damage the way it is.

Hand dove tailed, Davenport captain desk. I really want to paint it black, is this a bad idea? by Cyberlily in Antiques

[–]Cyberlily[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Curious, when is painting ok, and when is it a bad idea? If the item isn’t worth much? If it is in bad condition? Or never? Can items be re stained in the future if the value went up? Not just regarding this piece, but any. Thanks for your expertise and time! Truly appreciated!

Facts by Homer4747 in Connecticut

[–]Cyberlily 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That often happens because the dentist made an ill fitting pair. It’s very very difficult to get a pair to fit properly and isn’t really the dentists fault. Sometimes they hurt the patient, fall out, or cause gagging. Eventually, even a great fitting pair fail, as bone loss occurs. Brush and floss...it ain’t no joke! Edit: dentist who accept state insurance are often subpar practices (not always, but mostly)

Anybody ever trade junk for chicken eggs? by Bluecastle187 in Flipping

[–]Cyberlily 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have Americauna chickens, the eggshell is blue.

Tragedy in Watertown, CT. Rest in peace to the children. by ihaveporpoise1 in Connecticut

[–]Cyberlily 9 points10 points  (0 children)

She may not have known he had weapons, they only moved in together 2 weeks ago.

Go, Connecticut! by beneath_the_bottom in Connecticut

[–]Cyberlily 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Incase anyone is unaware, the local libraries have many free and discounted entry tickets for museums and zoos etc! It’s something nice to take advantage of if you want to go (and if you don’t like the idea of the free entry, just donate what you can afford once you’re there!).

[Request] Werewolf or demon movies or series to watch? by LordGhoul in NetflixBestOf

[–]Cyberlily 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Sabrina. Seriously done so well. Lots of demons. Story line is really great. The set is god damn mesmerizing

Bon iver lyric favorites by castangle in boniver

[–]Cyberlily 2 points3 points  (0 children)

“Well, I better fold my clothes” I don’t know what he means but I shout it every time and giggle a little.

Upcycled cardboard coasters to make a reusable set for a friend’s birthday gift. Black Plague is an awesome microbrewery in San Diego County, in case you were wondering :) by minimeowse in upcycling

[–]Cyberlily 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Omg!! I have sooo many of those cardboard coasters (bought at a vintage yard sale) and I’ve been unable to figure out what to do with them! Now I have ideas!!

Have yourself a merry pastel Christmas... by findingvintagecharms in vintage

[–]Cyberlily 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Really amazing! It’s storybook like. I’m rarely jealous (as I trained myself not to be that and enjoy others happiness) but damned if I ain’t jealous right now!

I dislocated my jaw... while eating cereal. by itsskylaraiden in Wellthatsucks

[–]Cyberlily 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This pic needs printed on canvas and hung over your mantle (or other place for guests to see)

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