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  • Racks and Trays


    Standard mission was the most widely used pattern in Hoosier's history. Begining in 1915 it was the standard cannister set used with very few variations. The basic set that came with the cabinet would have consisted of a coffee, tea, salt box, and... Read More »

  • Lacquer Shading Toner


    Master's Magic Shading Toners are a nitrocellulose based spray lacquer product with finely ground, top quality, non-fading pigments added for lasting color repair. Designed to be used over a clear finish.... Read More »

  • Lacquers & Sealers


    The technique of French polishing, a traditional application of shellac, has changed little since first formulated in the late 18th century. Various recipes were concocted over the years that call for ingredients believed to enhance the finish; most... Read More »

  • Phone Transmitter Parts


    On April 27, 1877 Thomas Edison filed a patent application for an improved phone transmitter. Edison’s carbon block telephone transmitter relied on variations in the conductivity of carbon as a result of pressure. Edison's patent claim was declared i... Read More »

  • Drawer Stops


    When refinishing a cabinetry, a common problem is missing doorstops, causing the drawers to go in too far. Determine what kind of stops are missing and where they should be. American Depression furniture often uses a metal bracket driven into the ra... Read More »

  • Electric Lamp Parts


    The word lamp is derived from the Greek word lampas meaning torch and refers to a lighting source in various forms using a multiplicity of fuels dating back to the dawn of man. Englishman Sir Humphrey Davy developed the first electric lamp in 1801, a... Read More »

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