Business Details
Expert Furniture Restoration Services
At Matthews Restoration, we combine over 50 years of expertise with a commitment to traditional craftsmanship in French polishing and furniture restoration. Our skilled team delivers meticulous attention to detail for both commercial and domestic projects, ranging from small dining tables to extensive wood-panelled rooms in stately homes. We specialise in on-site restoration, offering hard wax or oil finishes, staircases, doors, and wood paneling, alongside replacement leather services for desks and furniture.Our team operates with full insurance and a dedication to preserving historical integrity while meeting modern standards. With a reputation built on client testimonials, we serve London and the South of England, prioritising transparency, reliability, and exceptional quality in every project.
Services
French Polishing
Furniture Repair
Commercial Restoration
Replacement Leathers
Domestic Services
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience in furniture restoration and French polishing.
- Our team provides on-site services for both commercial and domestic projects.
- We are fully insured to carry out internal restoration within your property.
- We offer replacement leather services with custom colours and gold tooling.
- Our clients consistently recommend us for our quality and professional approach.
What people say
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Services
French Polishing
French Polishing is a meticulous technique to restore wooden surfaces to their original luster. We use traditional methods to achieve a smooth, durable finish on furniture and architectural woodwork. Ideal for antiques and modern pieces requiring premium care.
Furniture Repair
Our furniture repair service addresses damage while preserving structural and aesthetic integrity. From minor fixes to full refurbishments, we ensure functional and visual renewal using expert craftsmanship and materials.
Commercial Restoration
Commercial restoration covers large-scale projects like offices, churches, and hotels. We handle wood paneling, staircases, and doors, ensuring minimal disruption while delivering high-quality results tailored to business needs.
Replacement Leathers
We replace worn desk leather with premium materials in custom colours and finishes. Our service includes gold tooling for a refined, personalised touch, enhancing both functionality and aesthetics of workspaces.
Domestic Services
Domestic services focus on residential restoration, including staircases, doors, and panelled rooms. We work carefully in homes, ensuring safety and minimal disruption while achieving lasting, high-quality transformations.
People
Brian
Lead Craftsman
With over 50 years of experience, Brian is a master in French polishing and furniture restoration. He oversees all projects, ensuring traditional techniques meet modern standards for exceptional results.
Ben
Restoration Specialist
Ben, Brian's son, assists in on-site and workshop projects. His hands-on approach and attention to detail ensure seamless execution, particularly in matching new woodwork to existing structures.
Questions
What services does Matthews Restoration offer?
We specialise in French polishing, furniture repair, commercial and domestic wood restoration, and replacement leather services for desks and furniture.
Do you work outside London and the South of England?
While we primarily cover London and the South, we consider projects further afield. Contact us with details, and we'll assess feasibility.
Are your services insured?
Yes, we are fully insured to carry out internal restoration and on-site work in residential and commercial properties.
What experience do you have?
With over 50 years of combined experience, our team has completed countless projects, including stately homes, churches, and offices, using traditional techniques.
Can you restore large-scale wood paneling?
Yes, we handle extensive projects like wood-panelled rooms, matching new materials to existing structures for seamless, durable results.
Reviews (2)
Miranda Shipley
Feb 28, 2021
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Ive recently had a badly damaged coffee table restored by Brian, and an antique tea table which had old coffee cup marks on it. The restorations are fantastic, am thrilled to bits with the results. Brian picked my furniture up, and delivered both pieces back to me at the time and date as promised.
An absolutely brilliant job. Highly recommended, a true professional.
An absolutely brilliant job. Highly recommended, a true professional.
Phil Gillies
Aug 22, 2019
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I have had my 1930s staircase and panelling restored and also a bureau that was made by my father in the 1950s. Brian has done an excellent job on both and is a pleasure to deal with. I would recommend him unhesitatingly.
