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Default REQ: Wood/Furniture Identification

On 5/10/2017 10:14 AM, Casper wrote:
I would bet that is sycamore.
Robert


Drawer bottoms and sides, yes. What about fronts?


Fronts appear to be a linen paint wood.

That will change if you remove the paint.


Been researching Woodard but can't find much. They were a huge
furniture maker, and later the world's largest casket maker, starting
in the 1860's. Known for mahogany and local Michigan woods like pine
and others. One would think if they were that large one could find
more information. Trying to determine if it's worth restoring.


Furniture manufacturers use many types of woods for the same pieces,
depending on what is ordered.
The type of wood should not be a determining factor as to it's worth of
being restored.