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09-19-2026, 08:43 AM
The faceplate of this looks like carpet. Is this something that can be replaced?     
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09-19-2026, 10:24 AM
I would think a craft store would have several burlap style selections. Even some with a stripe pattern. Maybe just a beach towel, Lol. It needs brightening.
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09-19-2026, 04:36 PM
I got this for $20 and shipping. I'll take a look at Hobby Lobby for the burlap.
I'm concentrating on Philcos 1940-1942 so this is one I don't have
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09-19-2026, 08:00 PM
Michaels might have something that works also...
https://www.michaels.com/search?q=burlap
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09-23-2026, 04:27 AM
I think it's some sort of cotton or flax based fabric, that has been what they used to call "doped" with a lacquer or varnish. Finding a similar material should not be a problem, but recovering the cabinet might be, it's like an upholstery job without the padding.
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