Business Details
Expert Furniture Restoration Services in Gloucester
Established by Martyn Francis Frederick Sharp, our furniture restoration business combines traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to breathe new life into cherished pieces. With over three decades of hands-on experience, we specialise in upholstery, leather restoration, and both antique and contemporary furniture repair. Our City & Guilds qualified expertise ensures meticulous attention to detail, whether addressing minor repairs or complete restorations.We serve Gloucestershire and welcome inquiries from further afield, offering free advice and competitive pricing with no VAT charged. Our commitment to quality is evidenced by our extensive portfolio of satisfied clients and before-and-after transformations.
Services
Upholstery Restoration
Antique Furniture Repair
Leather Re-colouring
French Polishing
Veneer Restoration
Cane Seat Repairs
Chair Restoration
Furniture Polishing
Modern Furniture Repair
Highlights and features
- 30 years of specialist furniture restoration expertise
- City & Guilds qualified craftsmanship standards
- Competitive pricing with no VAT charged
- Free expert advice and consultation
- Serving Gloucestershire and surrounding areas
Associations and certifications
- City & Guilds
Services
Upholstery Restoration
Specialist restoration of damaged upholstery including chair re-covering, sofa reupholstering, and seat spring replacement. Using traditional techniques combined with modern materials, we restore both antique and contemporary furniture to original condition while preserving structural integrity. Our service includes fabric selection advice and complete interior reupholstering projects.
Antique Furniture Repair
Careful restoration of historic furniture pieces using traditional methods like French polishing and veneer repair. We maintain period authenticity while strengthening structural components and repairing surface damage. Our expertise covers all antique furniture types, ensuring preservation of value and historical character through meticulous craftsmanship.
Leather Re-colouring
Professional leather recolouring and restoration for chairs, sofas, and furniture items. We repair scuffs, stains, and wear while matching original finishes precisely. Our service includes leather conditioning and protective treatments to extend the lifespan of restored pieces while maintaining their natural appearance.
French Polishing
Traditional French polishing technique applied to wooden furniture surfaces for a high-gloss, protective finish. This meticulous process enhances wood grain while repairing scratches and wear. Ideal for antique restoration and modern furniture enhancement, our polishing service preserves wood integrity while achieving showroom-quality results.
Cane Seat Repairs
Specialist repair and replacement of cane seats in chairs and furniture. Using traditional materials and techniques, we restore damaged cane work to original strength and appearance. Our service includes pattern matching for period pieces and durable replacements for everyday use furniture, maintaining both functionality and aesthetic value.
People
Martyn Francis Frederick Sharp
Founder & Lead Restorer
With 30+ years of experience, Martyn established Francis Frederick after completing a City & Guilds apprenticeship and working at Gloucester Antiques Centre. He specialises in traditional restoration techniques while maintaining modern standards of quality and service.
Questions
What furniture restoration services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive restoration including upholstery, leather work, antique repairs, French polishing, cane seat restoration, and complete furniture reconditioning for both modern and historic pieces.
Do you work on antique and modern furniture?
Yes, we specialise in both antique conservation using traditional methods and modern furniture restoration, ensuring appropriate techniques for each piece's specific requirements.
Are your restoration services competitively priced?
We offer competitive rates with no VAT charged, providing value for money through our expert craftsmanship and efficient service delivery.
Do you serve areas beyond Gloucestershire?
While based in Gloucestershire, we welcome inquiries from outside the county and can discuss arrangements for larger restoration projects requiring transportation.
Can you restore severely damaged furniture?
Our expertise covers all levels of damage, from minor repairs to complete structural restoration, using specialist techniques to revive even heavily worn or broken furniture items.
