We Fix Old Stuff

Vintage & Antique Repair in Seattle

Broken Lamp?
Wonky Chandelier?
We Can Fix It.

We provide expert repair and restoration of antique goods and vintage lighting.From rewiring and refinishing to replacement parts and structural repairs, we make your old pieces safe, functional, and beautiful again.

Recent Repairs

From chandeliers to kitchen fans, we rewire, clean, refinish, and update each piece while preserving its original charm.

Some examples shown reflect work completed by our team in previous professional roles. All repairs shown represent our repair methods and approach to craft.

Full restoration of a large light fixture that had fallen from a lobby ceiling.

Full restoration of a chandelier damaged in a fire.

Full restoration of a pot metal table lamp.

Full restoration of a vintage built-in kitchen fan.

Minor repair of a broken leg on a table lamp.

What We Fix

Electrical / Rewiring

Safe, reliable repairs to bring your antiques and vintage pieces back to life.

  • Full rewiring of lamps, chandeliers, sconces, and appliances

  • Socket and switch repair, replacement, refurbishment

  • Cord and plug replacement

  • LED or energy-efficient retrofit

  • Adapting vintage pieces for modern use/lighting

  • Converting European or other foreign lighting to US standards

Cleaning & Polishing

Restore the beauty of your fixtures without damaging their character.

  • Gentle cleaning and polishing of metal, brass, chrome, wood, and other materials

  • Crystal and glass cleaning

  • Patina/finish matching and preservation

Structural Repairs & Fabrication

Fix broken or missing parts while keeping the original style intact.

  • Repair or replacement of broken arms, rods, or framework

  • Minor fabrication of missing or damaged components

  • Stabilization and structural repair

Glass & Crystal Work

Replace or repair fragile elements with care.

  • Replacement of missing or broken globes, shades, or crystals

  • Cleaning, polishing, and restoration

  • Custom replacements for rare or unique pieces

Vintage Appliances

Make antique and vintage pieces fully functional again.

  • Motor repair or replacement

  • Blade balancing or replacement

  • Complete rewiring and restoration

Painting & Refinishing

Restore and protect the charm of your vintage pieces.

  • Repainting metal or refinishing wooden components in original or custom colors

  • Powder-coating or lacquering for protection and finish restoration

  • Antique finish matching and preservation

Request a Quote

Tell us about your piece (lamp, chandelier, sconce, etc.) and what needs repair. We’ll email you back and ask for photos to give you a quote.

Located in Seattle

New drop-offs begin March 17 at our Lake City workshop:

12325 Lake City Way NE
Seattle WA 98125Walk-ins welcome

Monday9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tuesday9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wednesday9:30 am - 4:00 pm
ThursdayClosed
FridayClosed
Saturday9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Sunday9:30 am - 4:00 pm

FAQ

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How long does it take?

Small fixes: a few days
Restorations: timeline quoted upfront

How much does it cost?

Simple repairs start at $40.More involved work is billed at $120/hour plus materials and tax.
A 50% deposit of the estimated total is required before work begins.We accept cash, check, or Venmo (@wefixoldstuff).

Can you fix anything?

We specialize in vintage & antique lighting, but we're happy to take a look at other decorative or electrical pieces.

Do I have to drop it off?

Drop-off is easiest.
We also accept shipping or can work onsite.

What if you find more problems?

We keep you updated.
Safety-related fixes are always required.

Do you guarantee your repairs?

Yes - we stand by our work.
If something we repaired fails within a year, we'll make it right.
Every piece is tested before it leaves our hands.

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