RGA Forster Furniture Restorer Ashford Kent 01233 712665
A pile of broken furniture.
FROM THIS
The restoration of period and reproduction furniture can cover a wide range activities from filling a scratch in a French Polished surface to the complete rebuild of a piece including making new components from material of a similar origin.
Beautifully restored antique bow fronted chest of drawers
TO THIS
 
Hand stripping is the first stage in restoration.This piece has been hand stripped and bleached to get back to its original unfinished condition
French polish has been applied in the traditional manner and authentic fitting added to restore the piece to its original finished condition.
French polishing give an identicle finish to the original piece
 

The two chests shown above and below are examples of restoration work completed recently by Gordon.

 
Bow fronted chest of drawers in need of a facelift.This bow fronted chest is typical of good quality furniture that has suffered the knocks and bumps of everyday life.
After a few days in the Forster workshops it has been restored to its former glory and ready to move into the next phase of its life.
Restored to a very high standard
 
Gordon Forster is sensitive to the personal nature of family heirlooms and other items of special value and as such is always pleased to discuss the best method of restoring any item to maintain its unique ambience while giving it new life.
The following is an example of the services available from RGA Forster to restore or rebuild furniture to your requirements.
 
french polishingFrench Polishing
Repair or Replace Veneer
Repair or Replace Veneer
Hand WaxingHand Waxing
Special Commissions
Almost any type of furniture can be built to match existing pieces or as a reproduction.
Restoration and replacing missing partsRepair and Rebuild
Hand stripping and Bleaching
Hand stripping and bleaching is essential if a first class finish is to be achieved
 
Spray polishing and other forms of finish are also available
 

Gordon will be pleased to hear from anyone requiring further information or advice.
email. enquiries@rga-forster.co.uk
Telephone. +44 (0)1233 712665
Mobile +44(0)7973440309
 
 
 
RGA Forster.Furniture Restorer and French Polisher , Westwell, Ashford, Kent