Mid-Century Furniture Restoration Melbourne
Expert Repairs for Damaged Veneer, Timber & Structural Furniture
I restore sideboards, lounge chairs, dining tables and other mid-century pieces from my workshop in Fitzroy. I look at what each piece actually needs, repair what is damaged and keep as much of the original timber, finish and character as possible.
A practical approach to furniture worth keeping.
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 pieces I work on are from the 1950s, 60s and 70s. Before doing anything, I look at the timber, the joints, the finish and any previous repairs, then decide what actually needs attention.
Furniture Restoration Services & Workshops
The work varies from piece to piece. Some furniture needs structural repairs, 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 learn how to do this kind of work themselves.
MCM Furniture Restoration
Repair and restoration for sideboards, tables, chairs, cabinets and other pieces, depending on what is damaged and what is still worth keeping.
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MCM Home Interior Finishing
I also work on timber panels, built-ins, cabinetry and other original details in mid-century homes, repairing or refinishing them without making them look out of place.
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Teak & Timber Furniture Refinishing
If a finish is faded, scratched, cloudy or badly worn, I strip back what needs to come off, prepare the timber and apply a finish that suits the piece.
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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 and Courses
Tailored restoration workshops for groups and individuals, covering practical techniques, repair methods, and refinishing skills.
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Furniture Repair & Structural Restoration
Loose joints, damaged components and old repairs can often be fixed without rebuilding the whole piece. The aim is to make it sound and usable again without changing more than necessary.
See Furniture RepairsRespect the piece, repair what matters, and keep its character.
I do not believe every old mark has to disappear. Furniture picks up evidence of being used, and sometimes a small mark, a change in colour or an old repair is part of what makes the piece interesting.
A good restoration should make the furniture stronger, more usable and better to look at without making you wonder whether it is still the same piece.
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. His work was meticulous and showed incredible respect for both the furniture and their story.
Rich restored a beloved Parker table that had significant deterioration and water marks. The end result was incredible, and he also gave us helpful advice on how to maintain the table.
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 had restored. Lovely to work with.
Rich restored several pieces of furniture, some modern and some vintage. Exquisitely restored and clearly knows his craft.
Richard at MCM worked on a couple of pieces that needed restoration and his work was absolutely first class. I could not recommend him highly enough.
Richard restored our four Tessa mid-century swivel chairs, revealing beautiful blackwood timber and finishing it naturally. Very happy with the result.
A few years ago Rich lovingly restored a Parker sideboard and two Van Treight armchairs that I inherited from my grandparents. His work was meticulous and showed incredible respect for both the furniture and their story.
Rich restored a beloved Parker table that had significant deterioration and water marks. The end result was incredible, and he also gave us helpful advice on how to maintain the table.
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 had restored. Lovely to work with.
Rich restored several pieces of furniture, some modern and some vintage. Exquisitely restored and clearly knows his craft.
Richard at MCM worked on a couple of pieces that needed restoration and his work was absolutely first class. I could not recommend him highly enough.
Richard restored our four Tessa mid-century swivel chairs, revealing beautiful blackwood timber and finishing it naturally. 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
Simple from enquiry to completed restoration.
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Free quote via phone or email
In-home visit if required
We offer pick-up of furniture
Restoration, repair or new production
A private restoration space in Fitzroy.
Our furniture restoration workshop is based in Fitzroy, Melbourne, located in the rear of the Wilkins & Kent retail outlet. This private workspace is where all restoration work is carefully carried out.
Visits are strictly by appointment only.
- Private restoration workshop behind Wilkins & Kent
- Located in Fitzroy close to Melbourne CBD
- Dedicated space for mid-century furniture restoration
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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
Restore & Revive: Mid-Century Furniture for Beginners
Saturday 24 October 2026, 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, Fitzroy, VIC
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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