Q: I inherited a chest from a neighbor when he moved, and I would like to restore it. It doesn’t have to look like new, just a bit nicer. What is the best l can do? A: You’ve inherited a steamer trunk ...

When I write about how to maintain or restore antiques, I get feedback and more questions from you. I’m not an expert, but I have my own methods of preserving and ...

When Phares Wenger retired in the mid-1980s, he was "full of energy" and looking for something to do. The Mount Joy resident would go to auctions and craft shows searching for antiques, particularly ...

Eight months ago, Apple Valley resident/antique trunk restoration expert Randall Barbera truly hit the mother lode of opportunity when he was hired to restore a collection of vintage Louis Vuitton ...

A local couple has discovered a hobby that is, literally, outside the box. Mary Ann and Jim Thomas find enjoyment in collecting and refurbishing antique steamer trunks. A few years ago, the Thomases ...

What once was a rusted, battered steamer trunk is now a masterpiece of restoration. Over 100 hours of sanding, polishing, and rebuilding reveal its timeless beauty. 'Robbing them': Treasury slams ...