Upholstery & French Polishing
Upholstery & French Polishing Upholstery & French Polishing Services in London
Alongside my chair caning and restoration work, I provide professional upholstery and French polishing services for clients across London and the surrounding areas. These services allow furniture to be fully restored, improving comfort, appearance and longevity while respecting the original design and craftsmanship.
Whether you have a single chair, a cherished antique or a well-used piece of furniture, I approach every project with care, skill and attention to detail.
Beautifully crafted, unique furniture designed to last generations
Traditional Upholstery Services
Over time, upholstery naturally wears out. Fabrics fade or tear, padding compresses and seats lose their support. Professional upholstery restores both comfort and appearance, extending the life of your furniture and making it enjoyable to use once again. I work sympathetically with each piece, ensuring the upholstery suits the style and age of the furniture. My aim is always to achieve a finish that looks right, feels comfortable and lasts for years to come. My Upholstery Services Include:
Traditional and modern upholstery techniques
Seat pad and cushion replacement
Advice on suitable fabrics and finishes
Repair or renewal of internal padding and supports
Expert Upholstery & French Polishing for Fine Furniture Expert French Polishing & Wood Restoration
French polishing is a traditional method of wood finishing that enhances the natural grain and character of timber. It produces a deep, rich finish that is especially suited to antique and period furniture.
French Polishing Services:
- Traditional French polishing for antique furniture
- Restoration of worn, faded or damaged wood finishes
- Removal of scratches, marks and surface blemishes
- Careful colour matching and blending
Using time-honoured techniques, I restore wooden surfaces without stripping away their history. Wherever possible, original finishes are preserved and enhanced rather than replaced with modern alternatives.
Traditional Upholstery and Wood Finishing, Done Properly Complete Furniture Restoration by One Craftsman
By combining upholstery, French polishing and chair caning, I offer a complete furniture restoration service. This means your furniture is handled by one experienced craftsman who understands how structure, seating and finish all work together.
Each piece is individually assessed, and I provide clear, honest advice on what work is worthwhile. My focus is on practical, cost-effective restoration that improves usability while maintaining the integrity of the furniture.
Specialist Restoration for Upholstered and Wooden Furniture Areas I Cover
I provide upholstery and French polishing services throughout London, including: Kensington, Chelsea, Fulham, Putney, Barnes, Wandsworth and Hammersmith. I also cover nearby areas such as Richmond, Chiswick, Clapham, Battersea and Wimbledon. If you’re unsure whether I cover your location, please feel free to get in touch.
Contactable Hours:
Monday – Sunday: 7:30am – 9:00pm
Phone: 07496 181242
Email us using the contact form
Ray did an excellent job rapairing my cane dressing table stool. He completed the work in just a couple of hours and it looks great. He is a lovely man to chat with, too! I would highly recommend him to anyone.
By chance I came across Ray and I'm so delighted I did. We have owned a broken antique Bergere chair for 30 years and I've been told repeatedly by alleged specialists that there's no chance of fixgin the broken cane as there's nobody in the U.K. with this skill set.
I am absolutely delighted with the job Ray has done in fixing our beautiful chair, which included him spotting and repairing a hairline crack, in addition to replacing and matching the colour of the broken cane side panel.
Ray is a true specialist in his field, plus he is also reliable, courteous and well priced - I recommend him unreservedly.
Nigel Taylor.
Ray did an amazing job, re-caning my antique chair, thank you so much!
Professional, approachable and reliable. It’s rare to find this level of personal service and craftsmanship these days.
I appreciated being able to speak directly to the person doing the work. Ray’s advice was invaluable and the service was excellent.
Great communication throughout. Ray kept me informed and delivered exactly what was agreed. A pleasure to deal with.
From the first phone call, Ray was friendly, helpful and honest. He explained everything clearly and made the whole process straightforward.
A very skilled craftsman. The combination of upholstery and French polishing has given our furniture a new lease of life while keeping its original character.
Excellent upholstery work with great attention to detail. Ray helped advise on fabrics and the end result suits the chair perfectly.
The French polishing on our furniture was done to an extremely high standard. The wood has a deep, rich finish that really brings out the grain.
Ray upholstered an old chair and French polished the wooden frame. The transformation is incredible – it looks elegant and completely refreshed.