How Do You Buy An Antique Bakers Rack?
When you buy an antique baker’s rack for your home, you bring old-world style and elegance to your decor. Some are fashioned completely from wood; however, many are a combination of decorative wrought iron with wood or marble shelving. Finding well-preserved antiques can be challenging, so you need to know what to look for when you buy an antique baker’s rack. Verify the age of the baker’s rack before you consider buying it. A baker’s rack must be at least 100 years old to be a true antique. Pull the baker’s rack away from the wall so you can really inspect it from each side and underneath carefully before buying. Ask the dealer if you can look at the baker’s rack outside in natural, bright light to further examine the piece for signs of wear and tear. Consider the overall condition of a baker’s rack before you purchase it; it should have solid, original construction. Ask if the dealer, owner or anyone else has repaired or reconstructed the baker’s rack in any way. Keep in mind that re
