Condition Guide

At House of Cascadia, vintage is the foundation. Each piece reflects a specific moment in design, preserved and restored for modern use.

Vintage furniture is not new. Signs of age are part of the material and history. Our approach is to restore each piece while maintaining its integrity and clearly communicate what to expect.

The following condition standards are used across all listings:

Mint
Deadstock / unused.

Quality Vintage
Very minimal signs of age. Any wear is subtle and not immediately noticeable.

Typical Vintage
Light signs of use remain. Small marks, nicks, indents, or surface wear may be present.

Aged Vintage
More than a few light scratches, indents, nicks, or chips will be present.

As Found
As the name implies, this piece is presented in largely original, unrestored condition with visible wear, age, and character acquired over time.

A Note on Vintage...

Any significant areas of wear beyond these general standards, along with whether the piece is refinished, restored, or in original finish, will be indicated in the listing.

For more on materials and Mid Century Modern furniture construction, see our page on Veneer and Solid Wood furniture.