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A subtle but beautiful restoration of this classic Tall Boy
Made from Solid Maple we have restored in such a way as to bring back that elegant blonde hue that is synomous with Maple timber …
A wonderful repolish to enhance longevity and this tall boy once again stands proud
Some pieces carry more than just weight - they carry stories that span years and often generations. This particular timber writing desk came to us, much loved and well worn, and is now full of rich history. Scratches and dents, which mark the years of love and use, tell a story of its previous life, but beneath it all, the craftsmanship and unique character were still evident.
Extensive repairs were made to the drawers, which now fit properly and glide effortlessly, as well as repairs to the body of the desk. We also removed the old finish and applied a carefully chosen stain to bring back that deep, rich mahogany hue
. A glorious repolish has culminated in a wonderful rejuvenation of this beautiful traditional writing desk. It is truly wonderful to be able to complete a restoration such as this and bring so much joy and satisfaction to our clients.
A beautiful transformation for this gorgeous writing desk
A recent restoration in our Brisbane workshop saw a classic pine dining table transformed from tired and worn to beautifully refreshed.
This piece, with its traditional lines and solid construction is an integral part of the home.
.Years of use had left the surface dull and marked, and the finish no longer did justice to the quality of the timber.
The restoration process involved carefully removing the old finish, taking care not to compromise the integrity of the wood. Once cleaned and prepped, the table was sanded smooth to reveal the fresh grain beneath. A rich mahogany stain was added for a fresh new vibe and then folowed by a lovely polish by Stuart to highlght that beautiful grain …
The table (and those beautifully restored chairs which we talked about here) offer a whole new look for this elegant dining space
A wonderful examply of adored and restored
This 1930s writing desk, a cherished family heirloom, had stood the test of time in a home for generations. However, after years of use, it had worn down, its surface scratched, its joints loose, and its finish faded. In need of extensive repairs and a repolish, the desk was ready for restoration to bring it back to life.
The repairs were extensive including repairs to the timber feet, the split in the dropdown and replacement of water damaged parts this followed by gentle cleaning of the beautiful leadlight replacing all the hardware and sanding before the all important finish.
Once the repairs were complete Stuart repolished and bought the gorgeous Australian Red Cedar back to it original glory
This restoration wasn’t just about fixing a piece of furniture – it was about preserving a piece of family history. The desk, once again sturdy and radiant, now stands ready for the next generation to create new
It is always our utmost joy and genuine pleasure to undertake the careful restoration of loved and cherished items of furniture that hold significant meaning for their owners.
The joy and satisfaction our clients receive from our work is something we truly never take for granted.
This particular box, which is nearly a hundred years old and has been treasured for generations, required us to take great care in restoring it while ensuring it retained its character and did not end up looking too new.
Careful and meticulous repairs, along with a fresh new lining and a stunning repolish, culminated in the creation of a wonderful heirloom piece that will be cherished and appreciated for many generations to come.
The overarching advantage of restoration lies in the delightful ability to preserve a cherished part of yesteryear—capturing its inherent beauty while imparting longevity so that it may endure for many years to come. This is exactly what we aimed to achieve with these stunning Silky Oak Heritage Doors.
Being exposed to the outdoors and vulnerable to the elements meant that they were showing signs of "their age," necessitating some essential repairs and care.
Our focus is on ensuring they can live their best life for generations ahead
. Congratulations to our dedicated team, who painstakingly repaired them, and a special shout-out to Stuart, who undertook the intricate task of repolishing to restore them to their original glory.
The workshop has been humming with excitement this month! We've had the pleasure of breathing new life into many beloved pieces, demonstrating that repairing cherished items is not only eco-friendly but also immensely satisfying.
Having your favorite furnishings professionally repaired adds years to their lifespan, contributing significantly to sustainability. It's a win-win situation—prolonging the life of your cherished pieces while reducing waste.
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Our professional reglueing processes have brought these charming occasional tables back to their former glory. They are now ready to serve again, adding both function and beauty to any room in your home.
And that stunning dining table? It's once again the centerpiece of the kitchen, ready to host many more years of joyful gatherings and family dinners.
Repairing what you love isn't just about fixing an item; it's about preserving memories and making sustainable choices. Thank you for trusting us with your treasures—each project we undertake is a step towards a more sustainable and beautiful world
beautiful results in our table restoration
tables now ready to function - as tables :)
You may remember our beautiful retro restoration a few years ago
Beautiful 1940 ,s era kitchen classics, for a little refresher head over to the blog post here
Well we have been able to restore a few more of these classic pieces.
These gorgeous kitchen chairs have seeen their fair share of wear and tea
Our gorgeous retro chairs in need of some tlc
We carefully restored where we needed to and that included the all important glue up - to cement their longevity
Then once all repairs were made , Stuart repolished using a perfect colour match to their original beauty and carefully encapulated all that fresh colour in a final clear coat
The end result is nothing short of stunning
Our beautiful restoration is complete on these wonderful iconic chairs
Its all in the detail
A much loved , much used gorgeous round cedar table has been in the family for years and has seen many lunches play dates and craft endeavours , but it was not time for some care…
We repaired and repolished to bring back this highly sentimental family favourite back into the now, ready for many many years of play dates fun and good times
Classic never goes out of style
Timber possesses the remarkable ability to elevate a variety of surfaces.
Consider a classic automobile dashboard as an example
. Besides its functionality, timber contributes significantly to the atmosphere, charm, and unique appeal of any surface it adorns.
In the restoration of this vintage hot rod, our choice fell upon Zebrano timber, renowned for its exquisite aesthetic.
Meticulously crafting precise templates ensured a flawless fit for the dashboard cover
. Upon confirming its perfection, we intricately cut, shaped, and meticulously sanded the piece.
The final touch of a lustrous polish brought forth its beauty and elegance. The installation, skillfully carried out by Stuart, marked the exquisite culmination of this Hot Rod's construction journey.
A coat of paint can make all the difference
And our recent makevoer does all that and more
Our client loves their existing furniture but felt it left their home feeling a little dated and in need of a refresh
So we repolished or should we say repainted their favourite pieces in an “off white hue of our clients choosing and the results are nothing short of amazing …
A Beautiful fresh look with a repolish !
The importance of preserving our history cannot be underestimated and it is for this reason that we impart so much pride and satisfaction in the process of restoration.
For a much loved family heirloom the role of restoration is an important one ; it gives the special piece longevity so that it is able to be kept in the family and passed on for generations and generations.
Our case in point is this lovely travel blanket box
A special piece that has seen many a mile and many a story
We repaired and restored this and kept the integrity and authenticity of the box to keep all the wonderful markings of time
As we begin to embrace a new month ( and a new season!!) we take a look at some of the wonderful restoration projects we have had the joy of undertaking this month …
With its delicate tapestry, this quaint occasional table was carefully repaired and then repolished to bring this cute piece back to its beautiful original glory.
This beautiful rather grand Oak sideboard, was rescued from the 2021 Brisbane floods, as you can see from the watermarks .
We carefully repaired all internal and external damage and gave it a beautiful fresh polish to make this spectacular piece “Pop” !!
This beautiful 1920’s miners couch, hold high sentimental value for our lovely client, and we were only too happy to restore and really enhance the rich grain of the timbers, as you can see the results are just beautiful and all ready for the upholster to work his magic …
We have been so lucky being able to undertake so many beautiful restoration projects.
Each and every piece of furniture we repair, repolish and restore has a unique history, its own blueprint from which we are sure many a good story could be told
Oh if only the walls could speak.
Our latest restoration provided so much joy and came all the way to Brisbane from Wyong (Central Coast of NSW) and dates orginally from Austria circa 1940’s.
Our suite of retro furniture comprised of many glorious pieces, including a funky kitchen console, a buffet table, mobile daybed and kitchen dining room table and chairs to name but a few in this wonderful collection.
Each piece was repaired, restored and repainted as close to the original colour scheme as per our client request.
Our retro sideboard definitely got the special treatment , as seen some extensive repairs were needed to make those drawers glide effortlessly as well as a thorough sanding before application of the finish.
How utterly fabulous is this TV Unit, the wonderful shape, the original handles, the colour what is not to love about this iconic slice of history.
The finished result was nothing short of spectacular.
Two beautiful examples of the power of restoration , we often say adored and restored but really it is true. These family heirlooms have been given a new lease of life and now take pride of place in the family home. Ready to be used enjoyed and passed down through the familly.
There are more wonderful pieces in this collectoin we cant way to share
#lovewhatwedo
Its been a while, since we last updated on the wonderful projects we have been completing in the workshop.
So many restoration makeovers, some truly unique custom made furniture pieces and the wonderful joy of sharing our passion and knowledge in our woodworking classes…
But first some restoration.
These gorgeous Bentwood chairs have been in our client’s family for generations.
You just have to love the boldness of these curves, the laidback ambience they evoke, many a story they could tell .
Considering their age circa 1930’s these chairs are in fair condition, but we knew we could take them to the next level.
Our gorgeous Bentwood Chair all ready for its makeover
To begin the restoration process, we dismantled the chairs, and repaired and reglued where necessary
In situ, our fabulous chairs getting the 5 star treatment
Our client chose an elegant beige pinstriped fabric to contrast beautifully with the rich grain of the timber
and as you can see the results are truly beautiful.
Just waiting to for a PImms and a good book
Our restored Bentwood Chairs
#lovewhatwedo
It has been an absolute joy to complete some beautiful restoration projects over the last few months.
We love providing a source of joy to our clients when they receive their recently restored piece of yesteryear.
Needing some love
Beautiful end result
Beautiful silky oak table restored
This gorgeous 1920’s Silky Oak Dining Suite with its classic shapes had “good bones” and needed some love to bring out its orginal glory.
We repaired, sanded and Stuart colour matched the finish of these to match the clients existing decor, so these pieces would blend seamlessly to their surrounds and not look new.
Our client then chose some bright floral fabric for the chairs to give a beautiful contrast to the silky oak timber.
A glorious end result to this wonderful era of furniture.
Beautiful blanket box
Blanket boxes are a wonderful practial addition to any home. Our Silky Oak friend here was in need of some TLC and we happily obliged.
Our restoration process included some major repair work to both the internal and external surfaces of this gorgeous 1920’s piece.
Our client once again chose exquisite fabric to complement the warmth of the Silky Oak Grain.
A beautiful old yet new addition to this family home
Restoration comes in many shapes and forms, it can be an old rocking chair, a writing desk, a dressing table or rattan furniture.
Rattan, cane or wicker furniture often lends itself to a wonderful restoration process, and done properly and professionally the results will last for so many years.
Like our beautiful examples below, be fuelled by colour, let the brightness shine and give that old lounge or table some special treatment and bring a little bit of sunshine into your home .
Crisp blue and fresh
Giving new life to old furniture
The perfect pink makeover
The last couple of weeks we have completed some lovely restoration pieces for our clients.
They have made for wonderful birthday presents and the element of surprise at having a special sentimental piece of furniture lovingly restored is one of those heart pulling moments.
Bringing or restoring family heirlooms back to their or even better original glory is one of the most satisfying aspects of our work ( we know we say it all the time ) but the pleasure we gleam from this is enormous.
1930’s Pot Cupboard
beautiful end result for this iconic piece of furniture
Pot Cupboards were originalyy used to hold a chamber pot next to the bed before the advent of indoor plumbing.
quirky and cute this silky oak shelf is in need of some tlc
Repairs included in the restoration process brought this funky little stand into the now and will give it much need stability as well as bringing out the gorgeous Silky Oak grain . A light and natural finish provides the final touch on this wonderful antique.
We always love the journey of restoration and when it is a family heirloom such as a Piano , the satisfaction for us as a team in achieving a great outcome is one of the best parts of what we do …
A much loved family favourite in need of some repairs
Gorgeous finished product. This treasured family item back to its orginal glory
This mahogany upright piano was restored, repaired where needed and repolished to match the clients’ existing decor .
A beautiful journey of great sentimental value
We always take delight in restoring a part of yesteryear and restoring a Cedar Boardroom table circa 1970 crafted by the renowned maker Robert Dunlop ( 1925 - 2014 ) was certainly an honour.
This elegant boardroom table made for an innercity Brisbane School, has certainly seen many student and teacher meetings.
It was in dire need of repairs, repolishing and in particular the Emblem a fragile work of veneers was starting to crumble and needed some intricate repairs.
Restoration needed for the school emblem
Boardroom table pior to its makeover
Extensive repair work on the veneers and emblem was undertaken by Stuart.
The table was then sanded and many applications of finish were applied to bring this wonderful part of history back to its original glory
A beautiful finished products
The delivered and restored boardroom table
