Dedicated Furniture Restoration in Manchester
We repair, stabilise, and refinish solid wood and veneered furniture from our workshop on Newton Street. Every project is covered by comprehensive public liability insurance and treated with traditional joinery methods.
Our Restoration and Conservation Services
We undertake both in-workshop overhauls and delicate in-home repairs, alongside remote advisory consultations. Every commission begins with a thorough material assessment.
Solid Wood Dining Table Restoration
Complete surface refinishing and structural tightening for family dining tables.
from £280 per tableDetails & pricing
Antique Cabinet and Bureau Repair
Traditional conservation of period case furniture, veneers, and brass fittings.
from £340 per itemDetails & pricing
Wooden Chair Frame Repair and Regluing
Rebuilding loose, wobbling, or fractured chairs to safe working order.
from £95 per chairDetails & pricing
On-Site Timber Scratch and Gouge Repair
Discreet in-situ repairs for scratches, burns, and dents on fixed or heavy timber items.
from £160 per visitDetails & pricing
Mid-Century Teak and Rosewood Refurbishment
Sympathetic cleaning, stain extraction, and traditional oil finishing for twentieth-century furniture.
from £220 per pieceDetails & pricing
Virtual Timber Care and Restoration Consultation
Direct one-to-one video guidance on identifying woods, assessing damage, and DIY conservation.
from £65 per consultationDetails & pricing
Solid Wood Dining Table Restoration
This service is intended for homeowners whose dining tables have suffered water marks, heat rings, or loose joints over years of regular use. We carefully strip degraded varnishes, repair surface blemishes, stabilise the frame, and apply a resilient oil or lacquer finish. The finished piece retains its original character while regaining protection against everyday household spills.
- ✓Assessment of timber species and joint stability
- ✓Gentle chemical stripping of failed finish
- ✓Scrape and sand preparation by hand
- ✓Re-gluing and clamping of loose leg joints
- ✓Colour blending and stain matching
- ✓Three coats of heat and moisture resistant hardwax oil
What Our Clients Note
The Victorian dining table had two split leaves and unstable legs. Healthysimplehabits collected it from our home, reinforced the undercarriage with reclaimed oak, and French polished the surface. The table looks magnificent and stands solid.
Edward M., Manchester, GBArthur attended to our family bureau with tremendous care. The pigeonhole drawers slide smoothly once more and the original patina was conserved rather than stripped away. Exceptional, polite service from Newton Street.
Clare H., Salford, GBA set of six mahogany chairs had broken dowels and loose rail joints. The workshop re-glued every frame using traditional hide glue. They were returned carefully wrapped in blankets and remain entirely rigid.
Robert B., Stockport, GBHow We Carry Out Your Commission
Initial Consultation and Assessment
You submit photographs and dimensions. We provide a preliminary estimate and arrange a safe collection from your Manchester address.
Structural Stabilisation and Cleaning
In our Newton Street workshop, joints are dismantled, cleaned of old failed adhesives, and re-clamped using seasoned timber dowels.
Surface Refinement and Finishing
Blemishes are retouched by hand, followed by progressive applications of shellac, natural oils, or hand-buffed paste wax.
Before you book
How do I receive a quote for my furniture restoration?
You may provide photographs and basic measurements through our enquiry form. We inspect the images and supply a clear, itemised written estimate prior to booking any collection across Manchester.
What payment methods are accepted for completed commissions?
Payment is required only after your furniture has been returned and reviewed to your satisfaction. We accept cash upon return or direct bank transfer on invoice.
How does your workshop handle collections and returns?
Our own craft team carries out transit in Greater Manchester using heavy fleece blankets and bespoke securing straps. We agree a two-hour window to suit your household schedule.
What occurs if a joint loosens after restoration?
We provide a thirty-day workmanship guarantee on all structural joinery. Should any repaired joint show instability within thirty days of return, our team collects and rectifies it without charge.
Areas We Serve in Greater Manchester
We provide collection, delivery, and on-site repair visits across the following districts surrounding our central Manchester workshop:
Discuss Your Furniture Project With Us
Send us a brief description or photographs of your wooden furniture for an initial appraisal. We will respond with honest guidance and an estimate within four business hours.