Card Refinery & Restoration

We specialize in the technical preservation of rare collectibles. From chemical restoration to surface smoothing, we ensure every card is maintained to the highest standard for collectors.

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Our Services

Pre-Grading Service

Designed for cards already in clean condition with no major imperfections. This service focuses on careful surface cleaning and light polishing to improve presentation without introducing unnecessary risk.

Each card is inspected under magnification and prepared for submission to grading companies, ensuring proper handling and final presentation. Penny sleeve and Card Saver are included.

Best for collectors looking to submit cards for grading with minimal intervention.

$30

Standard Restoration

Recommended for cards with visible wear or minor damage. This service includes targeted cleaning and refinement techniques to improve overall appearance while maintaining structural integrity.

Work may include edge refinement, scratch reduction, flattening and minor dent correction. Each card is carefully evaluated and treated based on its condition.

Best for improving presentation and reducing noticeable wear.

$60

Advanced Full Restoration

For cards with heavier wear or more complex damage. This service involves more intensive restoration techniques aimed at maximizing visual improvement.

Work may include deeper scratch reduction, more advanced dent correction, and expanded restoration methods depending on condition.

Best for heavily worn cards where maximum improvement is the goal.

$100

Safe removal of graded cards from sealed slabs.

This service includes the careful opening of PSA, CGC, TAG or similar grading cases using controlled techniques to minimize risk during removal. The card is extracted and prepared for cleaning, restoration, or resubmission.

Best for collectors planning to restore or resubmit previously graded cards.

Slab Cracking Add-On

$20

The Restoration Process

Microscope Inspection

Every card begins with a detailed inspection under magnification. This allows us to identify surface defects, micro-scratches, edge wear, dents, and structural issues that may not be visible to the naked eye. Based on this inspection, the appropriate restoration approach is determined to avoid unnecessary risk and ensure the correct level of treatment.

Precision Cleaning

The card is carefully cleaned using specialized card-safe solutions to remove surface contaminants such as oils, residue, and debris. Application methods are controlled and minimal to preserve the integrity of the card surface, especially for cards intended for grading.

Structural Correction

Any visible imperfections such as light creases, dents, or surface irregularities are addressed using controlled techniques. This stage focuses on improving the card’s overall appearance while maintaining structural integrity. Each correction is performed with careful consideration of the card’s condition and limitations.

Cards showing warping or structural distortion are stabilized using controlled flattening methods. Depending on the condition, this may include:

Heat press techniques
Humidity control (humidifier box)
Manual flattening processes

Flattening & Stabilization

All methods are applied gradually to reduce stress on the card.

Final Polish & Preparation

The final stage enhances surface clarity and presentation through light polishing and finishing techniques.Cards are then prepared for storage or grading submission, ensuring they are clean, properly handled, and ready for their next step.

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