Testimonials
Nothing speaks to our commitment to quality work like the words of satisfied customers. In addition to the following testimonials, references are available upon request.
Brenda Bertram, Sunderland, Ontario - "When we bought our new mahogany harvest table we decided to colour match our six ‘honey oak’ dining room chairs. Merrick and Marilyn did such a great job that we started looking at other treasured articles of furniture we’d inherited but hadn’t used. With their skilled and careful workmanship Merrick and Marilyn refurbished several cherished old chairs that we can use and enjoy every day. For a fraction of the cost of a new one, the dynamic duo at ‘Once Restored’ transformed a modest but perfectly proportioned pine coffee table into the focal point of our living room by matching the mahogany theme from the dining room. The last project we asked them to work on was perhaps the most gratifying – and by far our favorite! For a small investment, the master ensuite vanity countertop we both hated now has the look and feel of marble – without the cost. It’s simply amazing what’s possible with these two talented people…and we’re not done! There’s kitchen cupboards, and a pine sideboard, and…”
Lisa and Todd Coe, Cannington, Ontario - "It is a pleasure for us to recommend Once Restored. Marilyn and Merrick take pride in their work and this shows through the flawless restoration and refinishing they have done for us. Our furniture was lovingly restored and more beautiful than we could have ever imagined. If you are looking for perfection look no further than Once Restored."
Brenda Wakeline, Whitby, Ontario - "Just wanted to thank you again so much for the work on the cedar chest. It is absolutely gorgeous! It looks better now that it did brand new! I will definitely call you in the New Year about another piece."