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.