A Cane Wood & Wicker Fixer by Randy Keeling

Upholstery Shop in Tigard, Oregon

3.4(5 reviews)
(503) 684-576011740 SW Gallo Ave, Tigard, OR 97223View on Yelp
A Cane Wood & Wicker Fixer by Randy Keeling - upholstery in Tigard, OR

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About A Cane Wood & Wicker Fixer by Randy Keeling

A Cane Wood & Wicker Fixer, run by Randy Keeling out of Tigard, Oregon, fills a genuinely rare niche in the Portland metro area. Cane, wicker, and rush repair is a specialized craft that most general furniture shops won't touch, making Randy one of the few go-to options for people with antique or vintage pieces that need structural attention. Tigard's location just south of Portland means he's accessible to a large customer base across Washington County and Multnomah County. With 5 reviews and a 3.4-star rating, results here seem to vary, so clear communication upfront is a good idea.

Services

Antiques
Furniture Repair

Services & Process

Randy specializes in cane weaving, wicker repair, and wood furniture restoration, which are skills that require patience and specific technical knowledge. Cane repair involves replacing broken or sagging woven panels on chair backs and seats, either by hand-weaving individual strands or installing pre-woven sheet cane. Wicker restoration means repairing the woven reed or rattan construction of chairs, tables, and baskets that have broken or unraveled over time. General furniture repair rounds out the offering, covering loose joints, broken stretchers, and structural fixes on wood pieces.

Service Area

Randy operates out of Tigard, Oregon, which puts him within easy reach of Beaverton, Lake Oswego, Tualatin, and southwest Portland. Customers from the broader Portland metro area regularly make the trip for specialty cane and wicker work that's hard to find elsewhere in the region.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between hand-caned and sheet cane repair?
Hand caning involves weaving individual strands of rattan through holes drilled around the chair seat or back, and it's the most traditional method. Sheet cane uses a pre-woven panel pressed into a groove with spline, which is faster and often used on mass-produced antique reproductions.
Can wicker furniture be repaired if it's severely damaged?
It depends on how much of the structure is intact. If the frame is sound but the weaving is damaged, repairs are usually feasible. Extensive unraveling or broken core reeds may mean a more involved restoration, and some pieces aren't economically worth repairing.
How do I know if my antique chair needs cane repair or full replacement?
If the existing cane is sagging, torn, or has multiple broken strands, a full replacement of the cane panel is usually the right call rather than patching individual sections. A specialist can assess this quickly in person.
Does Randy Keeling work on rush or seagrass seats as well?
Many cane specialists also work with rush, seagrass, and Danish cord, though it's worth asking specifically about your material when you call. These are related but distinct techniques.
How long does cane chair repair typically take in Tigard?
A single chair seat replacement can take anywhere from a few days to a couple of weeks depending on current workload and the complexity of the weave pattern. Hand caning is time-intensive craft work, so patience is part of the deal.
Is it expensive to have antique furniture repaired rather than replaced?
For genuine antiques or sentimental pieces, repair almost always makes more sense financially and emotionally than replacement. Cane repair on a single chair seat typically runs $100 to $300 depending on size and method.

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