Restoration Hardware Furniture Factory Cart
>> Tuesday, September 15, 2009
I would love to find a more reasonably priced version of this cart. Under $500 would be ideal! It would be perfect for my living room.
Thanks,
Kristin
These vintage factory furniture carts are just yummy aren't they? Here are a few options available, but I haven't found anything truly cheap yet ;) If you guys have any tips let us know! Thanks!
Restoration Hardware Furniture Factory Cart = $995
Pottery Barn Wheel Coffee Table = $699
Z Gallerie Factory Cart Table = $599
Mike's Antique Factory Carts = $399+
13 comments:
There was a guy in a nearby city (one that was a hub for furniture manufacturing years ago) who was converting the old cars into coffee tables for reasonable prices. I think he was giddy when Restoration Hardware tried to sell theirs for those outrageous prices.
How cool and unique is that!!
If you are interested the Syracuse NY craigslist has them leftover from Syracuse China that closed. They are 300.00.
Besides Restoration Hardware (which is always overpriced)the cheaper carts being sold usually do not have the greatest finish on them. You want to look for a cataylst finish.
I do like Restoration Hardware and have purchased many items, especially for my California clients... but their prices never fails to shock me.
Char Charles
www.changethestage.wordpress.com
I just bought one of the carts and had the seller finish it for us so that it better matched our other furniture. He gave us a great deal and shipped it to Michigan for us. Try here at http://www.redtruckantiques.com/
Thank you Copy Cat Chic for posting a picture of one of my tables above. I am the owner of Antique Factory Cart Coffee Tables and I am proud to say that our carts are 100% original (every board and bolt). Buyer beware of cheaper carts where parts have been replaced because you might also find that the quality of the finish is greatly affected by this in. We specialize solely in restoring antique factory carts to be used as coffee tables and take great pride in paying attention to detail when sanding and professionally refinishing each one to the customers exact specifications. Also note that our carts are leveled and stabilized unlike most of our competitors carts. Please visit our site at: www.antiquefactorycartcoffeetables.com
Mention you saw this blog and receive $50 off any cart! thank you, Michael Gamotis mgamotis@gmail.com
Hi Michael- Thanks for the generous discount! I'll make sure my readers know about it :)
I just purchased one at the SoWa vintage market in Boston for $300, so they're out there if you dig around. Some people know about the RH ones and have scoured and sold accordingly, undercutting RH.
My question, is, what's the best way to stabilize it? I was going to have Home Depot make me up a couple of chocks for the smaller wheels. But does anyone else have any suggestions?
I have several of these carts, quite by chance. The casters all seem different. I"ve been told if I move the wheels, this is what stabilizes? HELP anyone?
The way you stabilize a factory cart is to drill a hole into the shaft housing the wheel stem. Then use a tap (as in tap n' die) of the same diameter to thread the hole. You then can use a set screw to stabilize one end of the cart. Be sure to place a four foot level across the table while drilling the hole in order to keep it level. Some folks like to use a hexagonal set screw that is flush with the bracket holding the stem. Good luck!!
David Clifton
www.Designs4ArchitecturalSalvage.com
Note: I routinely sell these carts among other "Industrial Americana" .
I love the St. James Bed from Restoration Hardware; however, It is a little to expensive for my budget. If you guys know where I can find a comparable bed, please let me know! Thanks!!
I.A Decor makes antique style factory carts with old nails and 100 year old lumber. These carts look real old and are functional.
No factory oil smells or creosote from rail road ties.
Each cart is numbered.
Better coffee table sizing of 30 x 42 x 17.5.
Locking wheels so the cart does not roll and turn as a coffee table.
Custom sizes available.
See them here: http://www.iadecor.com/reclaimed-wood-factory-cart-antique-style-p-201.html
http://www.iadecor.com
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