Mid-Century Furniture Restoration in Melbourne
Specialist Mid-Century Veneer Refinishing, Timber & Structural Repairs
At his Fitzroy workshop, Richard Lloyd restores sideboards, lounge chairs, dining tables and teak pieces using traditional, sustainable methods. The goal is always to keep as much of the original timber, veneer and finish as possible.
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Trusted Craftsmanship
30+ years restoring mid-century furniture for Melbourne homes — every repair carried out by hand in our Fitzroy workshop.
Who I Am
I work from a private workshop in Fitzroy, restoring furniture that I think is worth keeping.
I turned the workshop into a full-time business in 2020, but I had already been restoring and collecting furniture for years before that, mostly because I enjoyed the pieces and wanted to understand how they were made.
Most of the furniture I work on is from the 1950s, 60s and 70s. Before doing anything, I look at the timber, joints, finish and previous repairs, then decide what actually needs attention.
I try to keep as much of the original material and character as possible rather than changing a piece simply to make it look new.
Furniture Restoration Services & Workshops
The work varies from piece to piece. Some furniture needs structural repair, some needs veneer work or refinishing, and some only needs a careful clean and a few small repairs. I also run practical workshops for people who want to understand the work for themselves.
MCM Furniture Restoration
Expert furniture restoration for mid-century pieces, preserving authentic materials, craftsmanship, structure, and original design character.
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MCM Home Interior Finishing
Authentic interior finishing for mid-century homes, including timber panels, built-ins, cabinetry, and heritage-inspired surface details.
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Teak & Timber Furniture Refinishing
Careful refinishing for teak and timber furniture to improve colour, surface quality, durability, and long-term presentation.
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Woodwork Courses & Furniture Restoration Workshops
Hands-on woodwork and restoration courses in Melbourne for beginners and enthusiasts who want practical skills and expert guidance.
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Furniture Restoration Workshops & Courses
Practical workshops and structured courses for beginners and enthusiasts who want to understand furniture repair, timber preparation and finishing.
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Furniture Repair & Structural Restoration
Professional repair and structural restoration for damaged or ageing furniture, improving stability, strength, and usability.
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Why I Restore Rather Than Replace
Good mid-century furniture was made to last. If the timber, veneer or structure can be repaired, I would rather preserve it than replace it unnecessarily.
- Keep original timber and veneer wherever possible
- Repair structural problems before cosmetic ones
- Use finishes that suit the age and material of the piece
- Preserve signs of age when they belong to the furniture
- Avoid over-restoring pieces simply to make them look new
What Melbourne Clients Say
A few years ago Rich lovingly restored a Parker sideboard and two Van Treight armchairs that I inherited from my grandparents. When I found Rich online, his skill and passion was clear. This was reflected in his work, which was meticulous and showed incredible respect for both the furniture and their story. They are still glowing, and centrepieces of our home. I can't recommend Rich's work enough. He is a great guy, and great to communicate with.
Rich restored a beloved Parker table that had previously belonged to my grandparents and had quite significant deterioration and water marks. The end result was incredible, and not only did Rich do an amazing job but he also gave us very helpful advice on how to maintain the table in great condition. He is truly a master craftsman that takes pride in restoring furniture. I would happily recommend him to anyone with a piece requiring restoration!
Rich did a brilliant job of restoring a pair of FLER arm chairs for us. We also bought a beautiful coffee table from him that he'd restored. Lovely to work with. Highly recommend his work.
Rich restored 3-5 pieces of furniture in 2023, some modern, some vintage - dining table, coffee table, drinks unit. Exquisitely restored, knows his craft. Def utilize services in future. Thanks Rich.
Richard at MCM worked on a couple of pieces that needed restoration and I can only say his work is absolutely first class. A total craftsmen at what he does and I could not recommend him highly enough.
Richard did a great job of restoring our 4 Tessa mid-century swivel chairs. He stripped the original factory finish (red tinted varnish) to reveal beautiful blackwood timber. Finished with a natural wax to highlight the timber. Very happy with the result.
Fitzroy Workshop & Melbourne-Wide Service
Our private restoration workshop is based behind Wilkins & Kent, 230 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy VIC 3065. We collect and deliver furniture across Greater Melbourne, from the northern suburbs down to the Mornington Peninsula.
- Private workshop — appointment only
- Furniture pick-up available across Melbourne
- 5.0★ rated on Google, 30 reviews
Our Work Process
Complete our online Enquiry form
CONTACT
Free quote via phone or email
FREE QUOTE
In home visit if required
VISIT
We offer Pick-Up of Furniture
PICK-UP
Restoration / Repair / New Production
REPAIROur Work
Frequently Asked Questions
Every piece is different, so pricing depends on the size, materials, and extent of the damage. Complete our online enquiry form or send photos of your piece and you'll receive a free, no-obligation quote by phone or email.
We offer pick-up of furniture as part of our standard process, so you don't need to arrange transport yourself. If a home visit is needed first to assess the piece, we can organise that too.
The Fitzroy workshop is private and visits are strictly by appointment only. Book a free consultation and we'll arrange a time that works for you.
No experience is needed. Our furniture restoration workshops and woodwork courses are designed for complete beginners as well as enthusiasts who want to sharpen their skills.
We specialise in mid-century furniture from the 1950s–1970s, including teak sideboards, lounge chairs, dining tables, credenzas, and other solid timber and veneer pieces.
Our workshop is based in Fitzroy and we service Greater Melbourne, covering the metro area from Craigieburn and Epping in the north down to Frankston, Rosebud and the Mornington Peninsula in the south.
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If you are unsure what a piece needs, send a few clear photos. Richard can take a look and give you an honest idea of what is worth repairing, refinishing or leaving alone.
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Bring your vintage furniture back to life with expert mid-century furniture restoration in Melbourne.
- Expert restoration for mid-century furniture
- Traditional craftsmanship and sustainable methods
- Restore teak, timber, and vintage furniture pieces
- Professional advice and personalised restoration solutions