occasions! by design » Maintenance/Repair http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com a contemporary art, jewelry, and dinnerware gallery in old town scottsdale Fri, 03 Feb 2012 23:27:22 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1 Repairing Is More Affordable Than Replacing! http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/maintenancerepair/repairing-is-more-affordable-than-replacing/ http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/maintenancerepair/repairing-is-more-affordable-than-replacing/#comments Sat, 07 Aug 2010 01:23:36 +0000 emily http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/?p=368 For over ten years occasions! by design has been assisting customers with their broken glassware, dishes, lamps, frames and serving pieces. We have fully restored 50-year old wedding champagne flutes, heirloom lamps passed down for many generations, and priceless collectibles.

We are able to repair all types of glass.

We are able to repair all types of glass.

Many repairs look much worse than they really are. With some bonding, grinding, sanding and a little repainting we can have your precious items repaired to their original quality.

Our repair service is offered year round. Just bring in your piece along with its broken parts and we will give you a quote, so that you can get on your way to restoring your favorite items.

Please call or come in anytime, to our new location on Main Street in the heart of the Scottsdale Arts District.

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]]> http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/maintenancerepair/repairing-is-more-affordable-than-replacing/feed/ 1 Caring for Your China and Crystal http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/new-inventory/caring-for-your-china-and-crystal/ http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/new-inventory/caring-for-your-china-and-crystal/#comments Mon, 12 Apr 2010 21:16:52 +0000 emily http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/?p=275 Having china requires the responsibility to care for it. Earthenware and stoneware are dishwasher safe and you may stack them without worry. However, china requires a bit more consideration. The following are some tips for caring and maintaining your treasured pieces.

Waterford Crossroads 5 pc place setting

Waterford Crossroads 5 pc place setting

1. Avoid stacking plates together as they may scratch. Dish stacking pads and rubber racks are available for safe storage or use a piece of cloth between each dish.

2. Rinse vinegar, lemon or salt leftovers at once from dishes that are decorated with gold or silver leaf. Wash china in warm water. Avoid scouring pads as they scratch intricate decorations.

3. Store china cups on hooks or side by side, avoid stacking.

4. Fine china, even with gold and platinum decorations, may be washed in the dishwasher – provided that a mild detergent is used.

5. Avoid using dish detergent with lemon scent – it has acidic elements which may be harmful not only to your china and crystal but other dishes as well.

The most important thing is to be aware of how you are storing, serving and cleaning your china. Guaranteed with a little effort and preventative care you will be able to serve and display your treasured china for many years.

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