Preserve Your Family Heirlooms for Generations
Expert restoration of antique and period furniture using traditional techniques. We understand the historical and sentimental value of your treasured pieces.
- Period-appropriate restoration techniques
- Preserve historical integrity & value
- Free assessment & consultation
Our Antique Restoration Specializations
Period Furniture
Victorian, Edwardian, Art Deco, and Colonial era pieces restored with period-appropriate techniques
Heirloom Preservation
Family treasures restored to preserve memories and value for future generations
South African Antiques
Yellowwood, Stinkwood, Kiaat, and other indigenous wood antiques
Structural Integrity
Careful rebuilding and reinforcement while maintaining authenticity
Antiques We Restore
From Victorian treasures to Cape Dutch heirlooms, we restore all types of antique furniture with care and expertise.
Victorian Furniture
Edwardian Pieces
Art Deco Items
Colonial Furniture
Cape Dutch Antiques
Yellowwood Tables
Stinkwood Chairs
Vintage Cabinets
Antique Desks
Period Sideboards
Heirloom Beds
Old World Chests
Our Antique Restoration Philosophy
We believe in preserving the authenticity and historical value of antique furniture while making it functional for modern use. Our approach balances preservation with practical restoration.
Historical Research
We research the period and style of your antique to ensure authentic restoration techniques and materials.
Minimal Intervention
We preserve as much original material as possible, only replacing what's absolutely necessary.
Traditional Methods
Using time-honored techniques like hide glue, French polish, and hand-rubbed finishes.
Documentation
We photograph and document the entire process, providing you with a restoration history.
Reversible Repairs
Where possible, we use reversible methods that future restorers can undo if needed.
Value Preservation
Our approach maintains or enhances the value of your antique investment.
Traditional Restoration Techniques We Use
Period Finishes
- French polishing (shellac)
- Oil and wax finishes
- Hand-rubbed varnishes
- Patina preservation
Traditional Joinery
- Hide glue repairs
- Mortise and tenon reconstruction
- Dovetail joint repair
- Period-appropriate wood matching
Structural Restoration
- Woodworm treatment & prevention
- Crack and split repair
- Veneer restoration
- Missing piece fabrication
Surface Restoration
- Gentle cleaning methods
- Water damage reversal
- Scratch and dent filling
- Color matching & touch-ups
Why Trust Your Heirlooms to Us?
10+ Years Experience
Decade of expertise in antique and period furniture restoration
Passion for History
We treat every antique with the respect and care it deserves
Value Preservation
Methods that maintain or enhance your antique's worth
Preserve Your Family Legacy
Let our experts assess your antique furniture and provide a detailed restoration plan. Free consultations available.