ANTIQUE FURNITURE RESTORATION
Preserving the past. Restoring its beauty.
Monks bench before a full restoration:
Fully restored and French polished:
Antique furniture is more than something to furnish a room. It can represent craftsmanship, history and memories passed down through generations.
At Hagues Restoration Services, we specialise in the sympathetic restoration of antique and period furniture, combining traditional craftsmanship with many years of experience to carefully restore each piece while preserving its character and integrity.
Whether your furniture has suffered from years of wear, accidental damage, faded finishes or simply needs careful attention, we can assess the piece and recommend the most appropriate method of restoration.
TRADITIONAL CRAFTSMANSHIP FOR TIMELESS FURNITURE
Every antique is different.
The age, construction, timber, veneer, previous repairs and existing finish all need to be considered before restoration begins.
Our approach is therefore never simply to make an old piece look new. Where appropriate, we aim to retain the character, patina and individuality that makes antique furniture special, while restoring its appearance, condition and usability.
Canteen-of-cutlery before restoration:
Veneers fully repairs, restored and French polished back to an amazing gleam:
OUR ANTIQUE RESTORATION SERVICES
FRENCH POLISHING
Traditional French polishing can transform tired and worn timber, bringing back depth, warmth and richness to the original finish.
We carefully build and restore the finish using traditional techniques, allowing the natural beauty of the timber to show through.
SURFACE & FINISH RESTORATION
Years of use can leave antique furniture scratched, faded, stained or dull.
We can carefully restore tired surfaces and finishes, improving their appearance while retaining the character and age of the piece.
VENEER REPAIRS
Loose, damaged or missing veneer can significantly affect the appearance of antique furniture.
Where possible, we sympathetically repair and replace damaged veneer, matching the existing timber and grain as closely as possible.
STRUCTURAL REPAIRS
Antique furniture can develop loose joints, damaged components and other structural problems over time.
We undertake suitable repairs to restore strength and functionality while respecting the original construction of the piece.
DAMAGE REPAIR
Accidents, water damage, scratches, knocks and everyday wear can all leave their mark.
We assess the damage carefully and determine the most sympathetic way to repair and disguise it.
COLOUR & FINISH MATCHING
When part of a piece has been damaged or previously repaired, achieving a seamless result can require specialist colour matching.
We can match existing timber tones and finishes to help repairs blend naturally into the original furniture.
Demi-lune before restoration:
Fully repaired and French polished
RESTORATION WITH RESPECT FOR THE ORIGINAL PIECE
The most important part of antique restoration is knowing what not to change.
We take a sympathetic approach to each piece, considering its age, construction and existing finish before deciding what work is appropriate.
Our objective is to enhance and preserve the furniture rather than remove the characteristics that tell its story.
Where an original finish or patina can be retained, we believe it often should be.
FROM CHERISHED FAMILY PIECES TO VALUABLE ANTIQUES
We restore a wide variety of antique and period furniture, including:
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Antique dining tables
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Dining chairs
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Sideboards
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Cabinets
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Chests of drawers
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Desks
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Writing desks
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Bookcases
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Tables and occasional furniture
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Victorian furniture
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Edwardian furniture
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Georgian furniture
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Period furniture
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Family heirlooms
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Other individual and unusual pieces
If you’re unsure whether your furniture is suitable for restoration, simply send us some photographs and we’ll be happy to advise.
WHY CHOOSE HAGUES RESTORATION SERVICES?
OVER 75 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
As a father and son team, our family business has generations of experience in traditional and modern furniture restoration and refinishing.
TRADITIONAL SKILLS
We continue to use traditional furniture restoration and finishing techniques alongside modern specialist methods where appropriate.
SYMPATHETIC RESTORATION
We understand that antique furniture should not simply be made to look new. Our approach is focused on preserving character, craftsmanship and individuality.
ATTENTION TO DETAIL
From the smallest repair to the final finish, every stage is carefully considered to achieve the best possible result.
LOCAL NORTH YORKSHIRE CRAFTSMANSHIP
Based in Malton, we provide specialist antique furniture restoration throughout North Yorkshire and surrounding areas.
