Boyd's Country Woods Crystal, Glass, Porcelain & Pottery Repair and Restoration Services Restoration Services

With a unique blend of Old World craftsmanship and                
state-of-the-art technology, Boyd's Country Woods repairs,    
restores, and preserves your antiques and family                    
treasures.  We believe in preserving the beauty and               
integrity of the items entrusted to our care.  We avoid using  
techniques which may compromise the beauty and integrity   
of the item. We believe in following the original artist's           
intent and true art form.

Items we have repaired or restored:  Belleek, Meissen,
Fenton, Hummel, Roseville, Waterford, Galway, Killarney,
Edinburgh, McCoy, Hull, Moorcraft, Shawnee, Weller,
Rookwood, American Cut Glass, Kaiser, Lenox, Boehm,
Andrea, Czech Glass, Staffordshire, Depression Glass, Red
Wing, Norton, Blue & White Stoneware, Spongeware,
Spatterware, Redware, Crocks & Jugs, Occupied Japan,
many others,

Special Notes:
All repairs and restorations are done strictly on a best    
effort basis.  There is always a risk that item cannot be
restored or is damaged further during the process.  
All
liability for breakage and results remains that of the client.

Definition of surface types include stem rim, stem base, top
of vase, base/bottom of vase, etc.

Most items are restored to reflect their original beauty and
care is taken to preserve as much of the item's original
appearance.  Repairs are not always completely invisible or
undetectable.

Caution must be used in handling of restored items.  They
are not "fired" to the durability of the original surface.  We
will provide warnings concerning food use, dishwasher
use, soaking, or cleaners.

Estimated time for the repair/restoration process varies
based on damage.  At events or shows, chip repairs to
crystal or glass may be completed within an hour or so to
being ready the next day.  In studio chip repairs to crystal
or glass may take one (1) to two (2) weeks, re-bonding an
item only one (1) to three (3) weeks, and full
repair/restoration four (4) to eight (8) weeks.  Do not be
shocked if the estimated time is over eight (8) weeks, as
heavily damaged, special materials or color requirements,
or large items will require much longer to process.  Every
effort will be made to estimate the time needed for the
repair/restoration, but there may be instances when
unforeseen circumstances will cause delays.  Please be
patient, as repairs/restoration often require delicate and
time consuming processes.

We do not rush a project.  We follow a very strict  
repair/restoration process.  Each phase in the process has
check offs and there are waiting periods between select
project phases, i.e. an item which must be unglued and  
cleaned, will have a 48-72 hour waiting period before
starting the next project phase.  The item must be
completely clean and dry.    

Estimates

If an item is brought in or received at an event or show, an
on the spot, ballpark price estimate can often be given.  
However, this is not the binding estimate, as we may find
additional damage or other problems when we complete an
in-depth analysis and review in the studio.  If the client
approves the repair/restoration project, a deposit of one  
half of the low end estimate is required from the client.   

A client may also email us requesting an estimate for an
item.  The email must include client's name, address, phone
and email contact data, description of item, and at least
three photos of the item.  An estimate fee of $ 30.00 must
be paid in advance before an estimate is provided to a
client.  This fee is non-refundable, but will be applied to the
balance if the project is approved by the client.  After we
have completed an in depth analysis and review of the item
in our studio, we will contact the client with the estimate
figures and an explanation of repair/restoration
requirements.  The client will also receive a paper copy of
the estimate via email or fax.  If the client approves the item  
for repair/restoration, a deposit will be required before
starting the repair/restoration process.  The deposit is
usually one half of the low end estimate.  Upon receipt of
the deposit, the item will be assigned a project number and
placed in a process queue.

If a client ships us an item for an estimate, the client must
include name, address, phone and email contact data,
description of item, and all pieces to include any broken
parts.  An estimate fee of $ 30.00 must be paid prior to
performing estimate for the client.  This fee is
non-refundable, but will be applied to the balance if the
project is approved by the client.  After we have completed
an in depth analysis and review of the item in our studio,   
we will contact the client with the estimate figures and an
explanation of repair/restoration requirements.  The client
will also receive a paper copy of the estimate via email or
fax.  If the client approves the item for repair/restoration, a
deposit will be required before starting the
repair/restoration process.  The deposit is usually one half
of the low end estimate.  Upon receipt of the deposit, the
item will be assigned a project number and placed in a
process queue.  If the client declines, arrangements are
made to return the item.  This will include the cost of return
shipping.
Kaiser "Shepard"
received with left ankle
broken, staff broken in
two places, and little
finger missing from left
hand.  Ankle and staff
rebonded and
colormateched.  New
little finger molded and
colormatched, to
included fingernail
Vase with missing
handle
Crystal Cruet with broken
handle. New handle
created and bonded to
cruet
New Teapot Lid fitted
and colormatched to
Teapot
Repair & Restoration Services for
Crystal, Glass, Porcelain and Pottery
BOYD'S COUNTRY WOODS
Antiques, Collectibles, and Estate Items