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Round Top Restoration

my and Brian Kleinwachter were destined to meet. Their passion for antiques started early in childhood and would eventually draw them together later in life. Brian’s love for antiques sprouted from growing up in the business with his parents—from years of refinishing, going to antiques shows, and helping his mom and dad sell their wares. Amy’s came from her mother, who had

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