To repair the base of classic trophies

[davidross]

I don't know whether it is the right place to start this discussion. There are a lot of classic trophies and plaques in my home. Last day I noticed that the base part of some trophies has damaged. I would like to know whether it is possible to fix this ourselves, or should I take it to some shops. It is a walnut finish laminate base. If somebody has an idea regarding this please share it.

[johntech]

I used to run a custom furniture shop and we would sometimes make bases for a local trophy company. I would go to a wood store like wood crafters and buy some walnut. Cut it, drill the hole for the trophy mounting bolt, sand it with 100 then 150 grit, route the edge profile or if you don't have a router you can just round the edges with a sander, ( sharp edges damage easier then rounded edges) then either use stain or just put a clear coat finish, sand finish gently with a 320 or 400 grit sand paper the recoat.  Plaques are normally glued so removing the name plates can be easily or difficult depending on type of glue used. I would stay away from laminate end because it does not have the longevity that wood does.