Good Questions: Make My Eames Glossy Again?

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I just got my hands on a set of 4 orange Eames for Herman Miller shell chairs. Right now they are in great structural shape (no chips or scratches), but the finish is dull and hazy. Is there a way to safely restore the rich, glossy shine?

Thanks! Suzie

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Dear Suzie,

Our only tip is to give Modernica a call and ask them. They've made these chairs for years (originally for Herman Miller) and should have an answer.

Anyone else?

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I have found the comments really useful. I have found two Eames Chairs, the condition is awful. The fiberglass is cracked in places and the finish is like flaking skin. The legs are rusted. One repairer said it was not worth the effort. However I cannot find it in me to throw these away they are clearly 1960 versions. I dont' want to get rid of this style and history (I am English you see). Any suggestion on where they can be repaired ?

I just bought 2 original herman miller eames buckets (cream white colour) for my 16 month twin babies. I quickly brought them home and was admiring how great they looked when my 8 yr. daughter old sat in one while wearing a t shirt and said, dad they are itchy. Sure enough i found that they had been worn or sanded at some point and the fiberglas is ever so slightly exposed. need to put new finish of some kind on before babies can go near them. anyone know of a finish that might be baby safe but the right thing to seal in the surface?

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