Business Details
30 Years
experience
Expert Furniture Restoration Services in Suffolk
We are a dedicated team of furniture restoration specialists with over 25 years of experience in preserving and rejuvenating treasured pieces. Our workshop in Suffolk serves both local and national clients, offering traditional craftsmanship combined with modern techniques. We specialise in woodwork restoration, upholstery, French polishing, and lacquer work, catering to antique and contemporary furniture alike.Our team includes certified professionals with expertise in rush and cane seating, gilding, and leather restoration. We provide on-site services for prestigious establishments and maintain a stock of designer fabrics for interior projects. With a focus on customer trust and satisfaction, we ensure every restoration project receives meticulous attention to detail.
Services
Woodwork Restoration
Upholstery
French Polishing
Lacquer Work
Fabrics & Interiors
On-Site Restoration
Gilding
Leather Restoration
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in furniture restoration
- Our team includes certified specialists in traditional techniques
- We offer on-site restoration for large-scale projects
- We combine heritage skills with modern finishing technologies
- We maintain partnerships with designer fabric suppliers
What people say
Beautifully restored
Highly recommend
Excellent communication
Transformation amazing
Craftsmanship exceptional
Services
Woodwork Restoration
Specialist restoration of antique and modern wooden furniture. We repair structural damage, recreate missing elements, and preserve historical integrity. Our techniques include wood carving, inlay restoration, and period-appropriate finishing.
Upholstery
Traditional and contemporary upholstery services. We use horsehair, coir, and modern materials to restore comfort and appearance. Includes webbing replacement, spring restoration, and fabric selection from our stockist partners.
French Polishing
Hand-applied shellac finishes for period furniture. Our specialists recreate authentic patinas while protecting wood surfaces. Ideal for antique tables, cabinets, and decorative pieces requiring premium finishes.
Lacquer Work
Conservation and restoration of Asian lacquer surfaces. We repair cracks, recreate decorative elements, and maintain original finishes. Services include chinoiserie restoration and contemporary lacquer applications for modern furniture.
Leather Restoration
Specialist leather conservation for furniture surfaces. We repair tears, replace worn sections, and maintain patina. Services include bookbinding leather repairs, desk linings, and chair panel restoration using traditional techniques.
People
Steve Norman
Founder & Master Restorer
BA Hons in furniture restoration from Brunel University with 24 years' experience. Started business in 1996 and now leads a team of specialists in traditional crafts.
Carly Taylor
Senior Restorer
HND in Furniture Restoration from Ryecotwood College with 14 years' experience. Specialises in structural repairs and rush/cane seating restoration while managing key client projects.
Shelly Norman
Chinoiserie Artist
Former silk weaver with specialist skills in Asian lacquerware. Creates contemporary pieces while restoring antique chinoiserie with traditional techniques developed over 20 years in the business.
Lee Goddard
Master Upholsterer
Freelance upholstery specialist with expertise in both traditional and modern techniques. Works on diverse projects from antique wingbacks to contemporary seating solutions.
Willow
Workshop Manager
Oversees daily operations and project coordination. Ensures smooth workflow across restoration projects while maintaining quality standards across all completed works.
Questions
What types of furniture do you restore?
We handle antique, mid-century, and modern furniture. Our expertise covers woodwork, upholstery, lacquer, and leather restoration for both domestic and commercial clients.
Do you work on listed building interiors?
Yes, we provide on-site restoration for period properties and listed buildings. Our team has experience maintaining historical accuracy while implementing modern conservation techniques.
Can you match original finishes?
Our specialists recreate period-appropriate finishes using traditional methods. We maintain sample archives and use micro-analysis to match original stains, polishes, and lacquers.
Do you offer fabric sourcing?
We stock designer fabrics from Linwood, Blendworth, and Romo. Our team provides expert advice on appropriate materials for period and modern upholstery projects.
How are project timelines managed?
We provide detailed timelines during consultation. Complex restorations typically take 4-8 weeks, with regular progress updates and interim consultations available.
