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By Melissa Camacho
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Some salty language in antique restorer's reality series.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 12+?
Any Positive Content?
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American Restoration
What's the Story?
AMERICAN RESTORATION is about a team of antique restorers converting rusty old items into valuable vintage collectibles. It features Rick Dale, a metal artist and expert classic object restorer, who spends his time looking for resourceful ways to repair and restore items ranging from old-fashioned candy dispensers to dated gasoline pumps. He also manages his Las Vegas, Nevada shop, where his madcap crew, including his friend Kowboy, his brother Ron, and his son Tyler, helps bring each piece back to life.
Is It Any Good?
The series presents a lighthearted, but interesting look at the hard work and creativity that goes into the restoration of vintage objects. It also reveals how much each high-end restoration is worth, and the value added to each object once the project is complete.
Granted, most folks won't be drawn to this kind of thing unless they have an interest in antiques or vintage collectibles. But for those who are, it offers a chance to see how historic objects documenting America's popular culture are being salvaged one piece at a time.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the difference between an old piece of "junk" and a "classic object." How can people tell if their trash is actually treasure? What would it take to get that treasure looking like new again?
TV Details
- Premiere date : October 25, 2010
- Cast : Rick Dale , Ron Dale , Tyler Dale
- Network : History
- Genre : Reality TV
- TV rating :
- Last updated : November 11, 2020
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