TAKE-A-BOO TAKES AVENUE ROADTake-A-Boo Emporium is a return to an old-style shopping experience. From Arts & Crafts furniture to Depression glass collectibles to furniture restorations, Take-a-Boo Emporium has something for everyone. Take a boo through the collectibles, antique Persian carpets and Hollywood memorabilia. Sneak a peek at the Art Deco light fixtures, balloon back chairs and vintage mirrors, and don't miss the extensive collection of antique toy cars. Shopkeeper Martin Swinton, a former antique appraiser, specializes in restoring forgotten and mistreated furniture - giving them new life. Mr. Swinton does all restorations by hand. No pieces are dipped or sanded. Mr. Swinton says, "I want to preserve the patina; that's the beauty of antiques. I don't like to use sand paper." Take-A-Boo Emporium accepts consignment, rents movie props and provides furniture restoration, custom upholstery services, appraisals and consultations. Take-A-Boo Emporium is owned and operated by husband and wife team, Martin and Andrea Swinton. Located in Toronto, Ontario, the shop has a large collection of rare antique pieces and vintage collectibles. Tired, broken, and damaged furniture are given a new life because the shop specializes in caning repairs hand & inset)and rushing, furniture restoration and repairs, custom upholstery. As well, appraisals, consignment, consulting, appearances at events and a monthly Antiques 101 course are offered. For more information please contact: Andrea Swinton Take-A-Boo Emporium 1927 Avenue Road Toronto, ON M5M 4A2 Phone 416-785-4555 E-mail info@takeaboo.com
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