To restore a piece of furniture you need the skills of the original furniture maker. You need to know the character of the materials used to make it. You need to be able to graft in new materials where the old have deteriorated beyond repair. Antique dealers have let Charles Sandford pull antiques apart (and put them back together) for years. Charles has mastered the techniques, styles and materials of each period - Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian and Art Deco. He'll match the character, colour and patina of the original timbers from his stores of old wood. He'll steam-bend timbers and re-threads wooden knobs. He'll match details for authenticity. |
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It's an expertise and attention to detail that's won him repeat business from antique dealers and restorers. As well as the individuals who've entrusted Charles with their most precious pieces of furniture to repair. |