28/08/2024
I'm in the process of restoring 6 Edwardian mahogany chairs to their former glory. It's always so satisfying to see the wood come alive again.
Restorer of fine antique furniture. French polishing, veneer repairs and conservation, using traditional methods and materials. Trained in Europe.
I am the Cape Restorer and am one of the few antique restorers in South Africa to use traditional methods of conservation and restoration. I offer quality and professional restoration of fine antiques. All work is done by hand, using traditional methods and natural finishes - such as fish glues, shellac and beeswax polishes. With years of experience and expertise in French polishing, fine veneer r
28/08/2024
I'm in the process of restoring 6 Edwardian mahogany chairs to their former glory. It's always so satisfying to see the wood come alive again.
29/09/2021
My latest project is the restoration of a 12 seater Victorian mahogany extending dining table.
06/02/2018
Antique Walnut box I've just restored as a jewelry box for my youngest daughter's 18th birthday.
03/08/2017
Before and After Restoration of a lovely little mahogany side table with ebony banding.
14/06/2017
Befores and Afters
05/06/2017
A little bit of feeding has brought the wood beautifully to life.
30/05/2017
I am busy restoring a lovely little 19th C Walnut Display Cabinet.
14/09/2016
A pair of Swedish mid-century "Nordiska Kompaniet" Birch armchairs.
28/10/2015
I've just finished restoring a 19th C walnut writing box into a jewellery box for my daughter's 18th birthday.
28/10/2015
The second Victorian Mahogany Chair completed. Before and After photos.
10/08/2015
The Danish armchairs completed.
14/07/2015
My present job - a pair of mid 20th century Danish armchairs in beech and oak veneer.