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Before and after gallery

The same pieces, before and after restoration.

Some pieces arrive worn, loose, split, dulled or badly finished. These comparisons show the change after careful repair, surface work and hand finishing.

Antique writing desk after restoration.
Antique writing desk before restorationAntique writing desk after restoration

Antique writing desk

A full-piece restoration with the shape, hardware and finish all visible.

Cane chair before repairCane chair after repair

Cane chair

Repair work that makes the structure and seat usable again.

Cedar chest before restorationCedar chest after restoration

Cedar chest

A clear finish recovery example on a familiar timber piece.

Chest of drawers before restorationChest of drawers after restoration

Chest of drawers

Everyday heirloom work: practical, visible and worth doing well.

Huon pine drawers before restorationHuon pine drawers after restoration

Huon pine drawers

A Tasmanian timber example with a lighter, cleaner finish story.

Mahogany rolltop desk before restorationMahogany rolltop desk after restoration

Mahogany rolltop

A working desk with shape, drawers, hardware and surface all readable.

Platform rocker before restorationPlatform rocker after restoration

Platform rocker

Frame, arms and cane brought back into usable condition.

Trolley before restorationTrolley after restoration

Timber trolley

A smaller domestic piece that broadens the story beyond desks and chairs.

Walnut burl cabinet before restorationWalnut burl cabinet after restoration

Walnut burl cabinet

A surface and finish example where the top carries the story.