Business Details
Expert Furniture Restoration & Traditional Upholstery Training in Warwickshire
Established by Peter White, our business has been dedicated to the art of furniture restoration and conservation for five decades. With formal training from Rycotewood College and a First Class Honours degree in Furniture Conservation and Restoration from Buckinghamshire Chilterns University College, we specialised in reviving antiques, Arts & Crafts, Art Nouveau, Art Deco, vintage, and Mid Century pieces using traditional techniques. Our services encompassed cabinetmaking, veneering, marquetry, carving, and traditional upholstery, always prioritising the preservation of historical integrity.Winner of the BAFRA Conservation Award in 2007, we adhered to ethical practices, maintaining original materials and patina while ensuring reversibility of interventions. After 50 years of practice, we now focus on sharing this expertise through hands-on upholstery training courses, maintaining the same commitment to craftsmanship and client collaboration that defined our restoration work.
Services
Furniture Restoration
Upholstery Training Courses
Conservation Services
Mid Century Furniture Repair
Traditional Cabinetmaking
Highlights and features
- We offer 50 years of experience in traditional furniture restoration techniques
- Our team holds formal qualifications in furniture conservation from accredited institutions
- Low student-to-tutor ratios (max 4:1) ensure personalised training
- Winner of the 2007 BAFRA Conservation Award for excellence in practice
- Ethical approach prioritising historical integrity and material reversibility
Associations and certifications
- British Antiques Furniture Restorers Association (BAFRA)
Services
Furniture Restoration
Specialised restoration of antique and fine furniture using traditional techniques. Preserving historical integrity while addressing structural issues and surface finishes. Services include frame repair, veneering, and marquetry work for pieces dating from 18th century to Mid Century periods.
Upholstery Training
Hands-on upholstery courses teaching traditional techniques using horsehair and stitched edges. Small group instruction (max 4 students) covers complete chair restoration including caning, rush seating, and fabric application with flexible scheduling options.
Conservation Services
Professional furniture conservation maintaining original materials and patina. Comprehensive condition assessments followed by stabilisation treatments to prevent deterioration while ensuring all interventions remain fully reversible for future preservation.
Mid Century Furniture Repair
Restoration of Mid Century modern furniture including rosewood veneers, chrome components, and foam replacement. Specialising in Thonet chairs and Richard Hunter designs while maintaining original design integrity through appropriate material selection.
Traditional Cabinetmaking
Custom cabinetmaking services employing hand-cut joints and period-appropriate construction methods. Expertise in recreating historical woodwork details and repairing complex components while matching original finishes and structural characteristics.
People
Peter White
Owner & Tutor
With 50 years' experience, Peter trained at Rycotewood College and holds a First Class Honours degree in Furniture Conservation. Winner of the 2007 BAFRA Conservation Award, he now shares his expertise through upholstery training courses.
Questions
Do you still offer furniture restoration services?
I have retired from active restoration work but now focus on teaching traditional upholstery techniques through hands-on courses.
What areas do you serve for training courses?
Our Warwickshire-based studio serves clients across the West Midlands, Oxfordshire, Northamptonshire, and surrounding counties.
Are your upholstery courses suitable for beginners?
Yes, our training accommodates all skill levels with small class sizes ensuring personalised instruction for novices and experienced makers alike.
What types of furniture do you specialise in?
My expertise covers antiques, Arts & Crafts, Art Nouveau, Art Deco, vintage, and Mid Century pieces using authentic conservation methods.
How are course prices structured?
We offer flexible 'pay-as-you-go' pricing aligned to individual project needs with no fixed end date for course completion.
