Business Details
13 Years
experience
French Antique Furniture & Upholstery Experts in Driffield
Established in 2013, Angilou Genuine French Furniture is a family-run business based in East Riding of Yorkshire, specialising in sourcing, restoring, and selling genuine French antique and vintage furniture. Our dedicated showroom and workshop, located in Octon near Driffield, showcases pieces collected over 15 years of exploring French flea markets and auction houses. We combine traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to breathe new life into forgotten furniture, offering bespoke upholstery, reupholstery, and restoration services. Our expertise extends to creating custom-made mattresses tailored specifically for French bed styles, ensuring both comfort and authenticity. With a deep appreciation for French design and textiles, we provide a curated selection of fabrics from renowned design houses, enabling clients to personalise their furniture.Our commitment to quality is reflected in every project, whether transforming a family heirloom or crafting a unique piece from scratch. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional attention to detail, using time-honoured methods that guarantee enduring finishes. Our services cater to both private clients and commercial projects, including restaurant and bar refurbishments. By maintaining strong relationships with suppliers in France and the UK, we ensure a continuous supply of distinctive pieces that add character to any space. Our team's extensive experience in furniture restoration and upholstery positions us as trusted specialists in this niche market.
Services
Antique Furniture Restoration
Upholstery Services
Bespoke Mattress Production
Headboard Manufacturing
Fabric Consultation
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We combine 15+ years of French furniture sourcing experience with expert restoration skills
- Our bespoke mattress service caters specifically to non-standard French bed dimensions
- We maintain traditional craftsmanship techniques while embracing modern upholstery standards
- We offer direct access to premium fabric collections from renowned design houses
- Our team provides transparent pricing with clear guidance on measuring for custom orders
Services
Antique Furniture Restoration
We specialise in restoring genuine French antique furniture using traditional methods. Our team carefully repairs wooden structures while preserving original finishes. This service includes structural reinforcement, surface restoration, and appropriate finishing techniques to maintain historical authenticity while ensuring modern usability.
Bespoke Upholstery
Our comprehensive upholstery service covers complete reupholstery of various furniture types. We work with premium fabrics from renowned design houses, offering clients a wide selection of materials. The process includes frame preparation, webbing replacement, foam and fibre cushioning, and final fabric application with attention to decorative details.
French Bed Mattresses
We create made-to-measure pocket sprung mattresses specifically for French bed styles. These include Capitonne, Demi-Corbeille, and Full Corbeille designs in all sizes. Each mattress combines breathable natural materials with perimeter support systems to ensure comfort and durability for non-standard bed frames.
Scallop Shaped Headboards
Our handcrafted headboards are inspired by 19th-century French designs. Each piece is made to order using traditional woodworking techniques. Customers can choose from standard sizes or request bespoke dimensions, with fabric covering options selected from our extensive pattern library for customised interior solutions.
Fabric Consultation
We provide expert guidance on fabric selection for upholstery projects. Our showroom displays extensive collections from leading manufacturers, with swatch samples available for off-site review. The service includes fire safety compliance advice and recommendations based on durability requirements for different furniture types and usage scenarios.
Questions
Do you supply mattresses for non-standard French bed sizes?
Yes, we create bespoke pocket sprung mattresses for all French bed styles including Capitonne, Demi-Corbeille and Full Corbeille designs in any size from small single to super king.
Can I choose my own fabric for upholstery projects?
Yes, we offer extensive fabric selections from renowned design houses. You can view our full range in our showroom or request swatches to be sent by post for consideration.
What areas do you serve?
While based in East Riding of Yorkshire, we serve customers nationwide across the UK. We offer shipping services for headboards and mattresses to mainland UK locations.
Are your opening hours fixed?
Our showroom is open Tuesday to Friday 10am-5pm. Saturday and Sunday visits require prior appointment. We recommend contacting us in advance to ensure availability.
Do you restore furniture purchased elsewhere?
Yes, we accept restoration commissions for French antique furniture acquired from other sources. Our team can assess the piece and provide appropriate restoration options.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards and bank transfers. Payment terms for larger projects can be discussed and agreed prior to work commencement.