Business Details
5 Years
experience
Expert Furniture Restoration Services in Newbury
At Matthews Restoration, we specialise in French Polishing and furniture repair with over 50 years of combined experience. Our team delivers skilled craftsmanship and personal attention, ensuring high-quality results for both domestic and commercial clients. We handle projects ranging from small dining tables to large-scale wood panelled rooms in stately homes, prioritising precision and care. Our commercial services extend to churches, hotels, offices, and schools, while domestic projects include staircases, doors, and panelled rooms.We operate with full insurance and transparency, treating every client's property with the utmost respect. Our reputation for excellence is reflected in testimonials praising our transformative work and professional approach. Based in Newbury, we serve London and the South of England, offering on-site visits for accurate quotations and fast quotes via photo submissions. Our commitment to traditional techniques and customer satisfaction sets us apart in the modern restoration industry.
Services
French Polishing
Replacement Leathers
Commercial Restoration
Domestic Services
On-site Finishing
Details
- Year established: 2021
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience in furniture restoration.
- Our team provides on-site French polishing and finishing services.
- We are fully insured for internal restoration projects.
- We handle both commercial and domestic projects of all sizes.
- Our reputation is built on transformative results and professionalism.
What people say
First class quality job
Thrilled with the results
Professional and friendly
Massive thank you
Would use again
Services
French Polishing
Our French polishing service restores wooden furniture and surfaces to their original glory using traditional techniques. We handle projects from small tables to large panelled rooms, ensuring a flawless finish. Clients benefit from our decades of expertise and attention to detail.
Replacement Leathers
We replace worn desk leathers with premium materials in various colours, including gold tooling options. This service rejuvenates office furniture while maintaining historical authenticity. Our precision ensures seamless integration with existing woodwork.
Commercial Restoration
Specialising in commercial spaces, we restore church doors, hotel interiors, and office furniture. Our team handles large-scale projects with minimal disruption to operations. Clients receive tailored solutions that preserve architectural heritage.
Domestic Services
We offer bespoke restoration for residential properties, including staircases and panelled rooms. Our insured team works carefully in occupied homes, ensuring safety and cleanliness. Domestic projects receive the same meticulous attention as commercial work.
On-site Finishing
Our on-site service applies hard wax, oil finishes, or French polishing directly at client locations. This eliminates transportation risks for fragile items. We match finishes precisely to existing woodwork for seamless results.
People
Brian
Lead Craftsman
With over 50 years of experience, Brian is a master French polisher specialising in historic wood restoration. He oversees all major projects and ensures traditional techniques are maintained.
Ben
Restoration Specialist
Ben works alongside Brian, bringing modern expertise to complement traditional methods. He manages on-site assessments and contributes to complex restoration tasks with precision.
Questions
What services does Matthews Restoration offer?
We specialise in French polishing, furniture repair, leather replacement, and wood restoration for both domestic and commercial properties.
Do you work outside London and the South of England?
We primarily serve London and the South of England but consider projects further afield upon request.
How do you provide quotations for projects?
We offer fast quotes via photo submissions for small items or arrange on-site visits for larger projects to assess requirements accurately.
Are your services insured?
Yes, we are fully insured for all internal restoration work to ensure client peace of mind.
What types of commercial projects do you handle?
We restore woodwork in churches, hotels, offices, schools, and other commercial spaces, including doors, paneling, and furniture.
