I recently purchased a dining room table and six chairs from Ziggy at his Ravenswood location. I also purchased a buffet/bureau for my living room. Ziggy was very responsive when the payment process was unfolding (i.e. when I was in the process of paying him). Even though we agreed on terms he called days later asking for more money upfront than we agreed (he wanted to change the terms). He was also deceptive in trying to convince me that someone else wanted the chairs even though they sat in his store for months. Sales technique I'm aware but still poor service for a supposed upscale antique store. In terms of the quality of his work and professionalism ... I agree that it borders on "refinishing" not "restoring." An example, my dining room table is mid-century, it has developed some veneer weakness. I've been trying to get Ziggy over for 3 months to fix the issue (which I believe is minor). I have been given the run-around and some unpleasantness. Ziggy can be on one hand pleasant and on the other sneaky and petty. Mind you, I've spent a very considerable amount of money at his store including the expectation that I'm in the market for more furnishings and restoration work. He's completely disappeared. Bottom line, I do not recommend Ziggy. It's unfortunate to say he is a typical used salesman. Avoid his store and shop elsewhere. There are plenty other places that could use your business. He's overpriced and has a poor after-purchase relationship. Do not agree to give him money upfront, it's not worth your time. Additionally, I've been visiting his store for a year. The same items are there from last May, tells you something.
