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Expert Furniture Repair Services in Tigard, OR
A Cane Wood & Wicker Fixer has been dedicated to furniture repair since 1975, specializing in caning, rush, rattan wrapping, splint, Danish cord, and rawhide techniques. Our founder, Randy S Keeling, began working with furniture through his family's Southern California store, gaining hands-on experience that evolved into a full-time repair business by 1988. After relocating to Tigard, Oregon in 1990, we've maintained a focus on restoring antique and vintage pieces with traditional methods. Our expertise spans cane seats, rawhide weaving, wood repairs, and even canoe seat recaning, serving clients across the Pacific Northwest.

With over 45 years of continuous operation, we combine generational knowledge with meticulous craftsmanship. Our services cater to both individual collectors and institutional clients seeking authentic restoration. Transparency and customer education remain central to our approach, with this platform designed to showcase our work and guide clients through repair options. We prioritize preserving historical integrity while ensuring functional longevity for every piece. Our commitment to quality has sustained us through decades of industry changes, reflecting our deep respect for traditional woodworking arts.
Services
Furniture repair Cane seats Rawhide weaving Wood restoration Rattan wrapping Danish cord seats Antique chair repair Canoe seat recaning
Details
  • Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
  • We have over 45 years of continuous experience in traditional furniture repair since 1975
  • Family legacy of furniture expertise dating to Southern California's wicker industry
  • Specialize in multiple historic techniques including cane, rush, and rawhide weaving
  • Offer complete restoration solutions from minor wood repairs to full seat recaning
  • Maintain strict adherence to authentic methods while ensuring modern functionality
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Services
Cane seat repair
Restoring traditional cane seats using authentic pressback techniques and period-appropriate materials. Our process preserves historical integrity while ensuring structural durability for modern use. Specializing in oak press cane dining chairs with precise pattern matching.
Rawhide weaving
Crafting durable rawhide seat weaves from premium leather strips using time-honored tensioning methods. This technique maintains flexibility while providing lasting support for antique chair frames requiring specialized tension distribution.
Rattan wrapping
Strengthening furniture joints through rattan wrapping techniques that combine structural integrity with aesthetic continuity. This method preserves original construction methods while extending the lifespan of fragile wicker frameworks.
Wood restoration
Addressing structural wood damage through precise regluing and replacement of compromised components. Our approach maintains original joinery techniques while implementing modern adhesives for enhanced longevity in antique wooden furniture pieces.
Danish cord seats
Creating durable Danish cord seats using 3-ply twisted rope material for mid-century modern and contemporary furniture applications. This technique offers both aesthetic appeal and functional resilience for high-traffic seating areas.
People
Randy S Keeling
Owner & Master Craftsman
Randy has specialized in furniture repair since 1975, transitioning from retail operations to full-time restoration work. His expertise spans multiple traditional techniques developed through decades of hands-on experience and family industry heritage.
Questions
What types of furniture do you repair?
We specialize in antique and vintage chairs, canoes, and wooden furniture requiring cane, rush, rawhide, or Danish cord seating restoration.
Do you handle complete furniture restoration?
While we focus on seat and structural repairs, we can address multiple aspects of furniture restoration including woodwork and joint reinforcement.
How long has your business been operating?
Our founder began furniture repair work in 1975, establishing the full-time repair business in 1988 with continuous operation since then.
Can you repair non-traditional furniture pieces?
We assess each piece individually, but specialize in traditional techniques for historical furniture rather than modern mass-produced items.
Do you serve areas outside Oregon?
While based in Tigard, we work with clients across the Pacific Northwest and can arrange consultations for complex restoration projects.