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Category: antique furniture restoration
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Limed Oak Furniture
Limed oak furniture refers to furniture made from oak wood that has been treated with a liming wax or paste. This process involves applying a mixture of wax and white pigment to the surface of…
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William IV Furniture
William IV furniture is from the era of when King William was on the throne in England from 1830 to 1837 and although it was a short period some very nice pieces of antique furniture were made…
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Arts and Crafts Furniture
Arts and Crafts Furniture date from the late 19th and early 20th century and are made by hand in Oak and Walnut timbers. Antique Arts and Crafts furniture was a movement caused by cabinet makers…
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Antique Linen Press
The Antique linen press has been made throughout the late 18th and 19th century. The most sought after is the Georgian linen press as this is made from the finest quality timbers including solid Mahogany….
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Antique Satinwood Furniture
Satinwood was a very expensive timber used in the 18th century and was often used to create decorative veneer patterns in antique furniture. Satinwood originates from the West and East Indies and was imported into…
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Antique Chair Styles and Designs
Antique chair styles changed throughout the 18th, 19th and 20th century and below we list the different styles, designs in a comprehensive list from A – Z with pictures. You can use this for identification…
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How to Age and Patina Copper or Brass
When you buy new metal fittings, they can often look too shiny and garish but there is a very simple way to age and patina Copper or Brass along with other metal such as mild…
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Antique Furniture by Morison & Co
Morison & Co. were a renowned Furniture maker, cabinet makers and upholsterers established by Mathew Morison in Ayr, Scotland c.1808. In 1862, James Morison took over his father’s business after his death on the 2…
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Antique Furniture by Miles and Edwards (C Hindley)
Miles and Edwards were renowned cabinet makers who produced fine antique furniture from 134 Oxford St London. They were later taken over by C Hindley and Sons in 1844. Henry Miles and John Edwards were…
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English Cabinet Makers – A to Z.
Here is a list of English Cabinet makers and antique furniture designers throughout the 18th and 19th century from A to Z. A Blain Liverpool – Arthur Blain established in 1835, at 35 Paradise Street,…
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How to Clean and Restore your Antique Clock
Antique clocks are usually passed down to from generations to generations and the clock case becomes tired or damaged over time. There are some easy tips to quickly restore and revive your antique clock back…
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Antique furniture and upholstery manufacturer Harris Lebus
Cabinet furniture and upholstery manufacturer Harris Lebus The name Harris Lebus may be familiar to antique and collectible furniture dealers. Harris Lebus antique furniture, perhaps not so. The majority of Harris Lebus antiques are not…
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Antique Furniture by the cabinet makers Harrison & Son of Burnley
Antique Furniture by the cabinet makers Harrison & Son of Burnley In the late 19th Century there were a small form of the cabinet makers called Harrison & Son of Burnley in Lancashire who built…
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Decorative Veneer Patterns Used in Antique Furniture
Antique furniture was constructed using different types of Veneer decoration. You can see the different styles of cuts of veneer here, on our informative page showing the beautiful grains used. Below is more detail on the…
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Antique Furniture by James Winter & Sons
The renowned cabinet makers James Winter & Sons were based in Soho London between 1823 to 1870 and produced some amazing pieces of antique furniture. James Winter founded his company in 1823 as a cabinet…
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Antique Furniture is Eco-Friendly
There are many reasons to buy antique furniture but here are a few reasons that you may not have thought of. Antique furniture is officially environmentally friendly A report by Carbon Clear has done research…
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Antique Bergère Chairs
Antique Bergère Chairs are Caned Victorian French armchairs also known as a fauteuil (meaning armchair in French) having upholstered armrests and usually with a loose cushion. The sides, base and back of these chairs will…
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Antique Bed & Library Steps
Antique bed steps and Antique Library Steps were a Victorian invention usually with a dual purpose. In the bedroom, as beds were quite tall with large stuffed mattresses, you would need these steps to climb…
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Druce & Co Antique Furniture
Druce & Co were renowned antique furniture cabinet makers and furniture restorers based in Baker street London. They would make, upholster and restore furniture for the wealthy clientele throughout the Victorian era. Druce & Co…
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Antique Wine Tables & Lamp Tables
One of the most popular pieces of antique furniture is either the antique wine table or the antique lamp table as they are so small they can fit anywhere in your home. Antique Wine tables…
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Original Antique Painted Furniture For Sale
Antiques world offers good English Antique Painted Furniture for sale in the UK, some in the Original painted condition and other pieces fully restored using Chalk paint with a wax finish. Our skilled team of…
