Business Details
28 Years
experience
Expert Antique Furniture Restoration Services in Staffordshire
Established in 1998, our business builds on a lifelong passion for antiques cultivated since childhood. With over 40 years of combined experience in traditional restoration techniques, we specialise in reviving antique furniture using period-appropriate materials and methods. Our workshop handles everything from minor repairs to full-scale renovations, maintaining the integrity and patina of each piece. Clients benefit from our extensive stock of authentic components, including period timbers, veneers, and hardware. We offer on-site assessments, free collection and delivery, and transparent communication throughout every project.Our expertise spans woodcarving, veneering, gilding, and both traditional and modern upholstery. Trusted by private collectors and antique trade professionals alike, we prioritise craftsmanship over cosmetic fixes. With two dedicated workshops in Staffordshire, we serve clients across the Midlands and beyond. Our commitment to quality has earned us repeat business and industry recognition since our founding. We adhere to ethical restoration practices that preserve historical value while ensuring functional longevity.
Services
Repairs
Polishing
Upholstery
Bespoke Upholstery
Woodworm Treatment
Veneering
Gilding
Cane Seating
Flood Damage Repair
Lock Restoration
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of specialist antique restoration experience
- Our workshop maintains an extensive stock of period-appropriate materials
- We employ traditional techniques like French polishing and hand-stitching
- Clients receive detailed project estimates with no hidden costs
- We serve private collectors and antique trade professionals nationwide
What people say
First class work
Exceeded expectations
Highly recommend
Professional service
Competitive pricing
Services
Antique Furniture Repairs
Specialist repair of antique furniture using traditional joinery and period materials. We address structural issues, woodworm infestation, and surface damage while preserving original finishes. Our approach maintains historical integrity while ensuring functional longevity for cherished heirlooms.
Traditional Polishing
Authentic French polishing techniques applied to restore period furniture finishes. We remove blemishes while preserving patina, using shellac-based coatings and colour-matching methods developed by 18th-century cabinet makers for luxury wood surfaces.
Heritage Upholstery
Traditional upholstery employing natural materials like horsehair and coir fibre. We recreate original stitching techniques and use period-appropriate tacks and hessian for Victorian and Edwardian furniture restoration, maintaining historical accuracy in every detail.
Modern Upholstery
Post-war furniture restoration using synthetic foams and modern fastening systems. We balance practicality with aesthetics for mid-century pieces, offering durable solutions while respecting original design intent for 20th-century furniture.
Woodcarving Services
Precision woodcarving to replace missing decorative elements and repair damaged sections. Using hand tools and period patterns, we recreate intricate details on chair backs, table legs, and cabinet embellishments to match original craftsmanship.
People
Timothy Warr
Director
With over 40 years in antique restoration, Timothy combines inherited expertise from his grandmother's antique trade with formal training in traditional techniques. He established the business in 1998 after decades of hands-on experience.
Questions
What types of furniture do you restore?
We handle all periods from Tudor to mid-20th century, including oak chests, mahogany tables, and Victorian seating.
Do you offer on-site assessments?
Yes, we provide free site visits for large projects or fragile items requiring specialist handling.
Can you match existing upholstery materials?
We maintain samples of traditional fabrics and leathers to ensure authentic replacements for period furniture.
How long does restoration typically take?
Project duration varies by complexity but most items are completed within 2-6 weeks with regular progress updates.
Do you repair water-damaged furniture?
Yes, we specialise in flood damage restoration using controlled drying techniques to prevent warping.
