Reclaimed Wood
Restoration
Clean & Polish
What areas do you cover for furniture restoration and repair?
Based in Saxmundham, Suffolk, Roberts Restoration provides professional, traditional furniture restoration services across a dedicated 30-mile service radius. This includes local collection and delivery for fine antiques, cabinetry, and structural repairs throughout the local region.
Can heat rings or water marks be removed from an antique table finish?
Yes, white water marks and clouding on traditional finishes like French polish or spirit varnish can usually be professionally drawn out and restored without requiring a full strip and finish. Retaining the original period patina is always the priority during surface revival.
How do you fix peeling or lifting wood veneer on antique furniture?
Lifting or blistering veneer is stabilized by carefully cleaning out centuries of old, degraded animal glue underneath, flattening the original wood fibers using moisture and heat, and resetting the veneer using period-accurate traditional hide glues under clamp pressure to ensure a seamless repair.
Is restoring an old piece of furniture going to ruin its antique value?
A sympathetic, traditional restoration using period-correct methods (such as hot animal glues, vintage wood screws, and hand-rubbed shellac) will preserve and protect an antique item, enhancing its value. Modern polyurethane varnishes or aggressive sanding should be strictly avoided as they strip away historical integrity.
Comprehensive Furniture Restoration & Repair Services
Specialising In Antique Furniture Restoration
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George III Mahogany Fold Over Games Table With Integrated Chess & Backgammon
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My Work
These are just a few of the varied projects I have had the pleasure of working on
Some of which are for sale
19th Century mahogany bow front chest of drawers
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Nice bow fronted chest of drawers which was looking a bit sad, restored back to life and looking for a new home. Any
Victorian mahogany and crossbanded chest of drawer
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This lovely little chest of drawers was saved from the scrap-heap and brought back to its former glory 'almost anyway
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While I primarily serve a 30-mile radius around Saxmundham (including Ipswich, Southwold, and Woodbridge), I am happy to discuss projects from further afield. Pieces can be brought to the workshop by appointment, or I can help coordinate specialist furniture couriers for clients across the UK.
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