Antique Furniture Restoration in Bath
Timeless Restoration for Antique Treasures
Vintage armchairs, family heirlooms, or mahogany settees—if it carries history, trust it to South West Upholstery in Bath. Our antique furniture restoration service revives cherished pieces with skilled craftsmanship, conservation methods, and a passion for preserving original character.
Why Restoration is So Important
Antique furniture holds stories, tradition, and craftsmanship that can’t be replaced. Proper restoration ensures these pieces remain part of your home and history, maintaining both their beauty and their value. From stabilising joints to renewing horsehair padding or delicately reviving finishes, our restorers enhance durability while preserving authenticity.
The South West Upholstery Approach
Every project begins with a detailed assessment. We check frames for strength, inspect padding and springs, and create a restoration plan that honours original methods and materials. Our team avoids modern shortcuts in favour of time-honoured techniques such as hand stitching, traditional fillings, and reversible adhesives, ensuring restorations that respect heritage and can be maintained in the future. We also guide you through fabric selection, finishes, and final details. Your involvement helps shape a restoration that blends professional skill with personal taste, ensuring the result is both historically sensitive and uniquely yours.
Built to Last Another Century
We believe in doing the job once—and doing it properly. That’s why every antique restoration from our workshop comes with a guarantee, offering peace of mind as well as enduring quality. Our sustainable approach reduces waste and keeps treasured pieces in use, giving them many more years in your home.
What We Restore
- Frames and Structure: Reinforcing or repairing weakened joints with traditional methods
- Padding and Springs: Replacing or revitalising with heritage options such as horsehair or with modern alternatives for durability
- Surface Finishes: Cleaning, conserving, or retouching to preserve patina without erasing character
Every step is handled with care to ensure the piece retains its identity while gaining renewed strength and life.
Craftsmanship Rooted in Tradition
At South West Upholstery, we understand that antique furniture deserves more than routine repair. Our craftspeople combine formal training with years of hands-on experience, using skills passed down through generations. From delicate marquetry to hand-tied springs, every detail is executed with precision. The result is work that not only restores function but also honours the artistry that makes antiques timeless.
We’re proud to support the local community by keeping traditional upholstery skills alive. Many clients come to us with pieces that have been in their families for decades, and we treat each item with the respect it deserves.
Restore Your Antique with Confidence
Don’t leave heirlooms gathering dust or risk poor workmanship. At South West Upholstery, we combine experience, artistry, and respect for tradition to bring antiques back to life. Contact our Bath team today to arrange your consultation and let us restore your antique furniture with the care it deserves.