Furniture Restoration Workshop Melbourne
I like old furniture, especially pieces that were made properly and still have a story behind them.
The workshop is about understanding what a piece needs, repairing what has failed, and learning how to work with timber, veneer and finishes without stripping away the character that makes the furniture worth keeping.
Sessions are practical and based around real restoration work from my Fitzroy workshop in Melbourne.
What Happens During The Workshop?
The workshop is designed around practical learning.
You will spend time understanding how restoration works, from assessing a piece through to preparing surfaces and applying suitable techniques.
Depending on the session, we may cover:
Understanding Furniture Construction
Learn how quality furniture was originally built and why construction methods matter when planning repairs.
Timber Preparation And Finishing
Learn how surfaces are prepared and how finishes can protect timber while maintaining the original character of the piece.
Assessing Damage And Restoration Needs
Understand how to identify problems and decide what should be repaired, preserved or left untouched.
What We Cover
The exact work depends on the session, but the main areas usually include:
Furniture Assessment
How to inspect a piece and understand what work it requires.
Timber And Materials
How different timbers behave and why material knowledge matters.
Repair Techniques
Approaches for dealing with common furniture problems.
Restoration Decisions
Knowing when to repair, preserve or leave original elements untouched.
Finishing Methods
Understanding how traditional finishes enhance and protect furniture
Who Is The Workshop For?
You do not need previous woodworking experience. The workshop suits people who want to understand how restoration is actually done, including:
Furniture Owners
People with an old or damaged piece who want to understand how restoration works.
Collectors
People who want to learn how to care for and preserve quality furniture.
Beginners
Anyone interested in learning a traditional craft and developing practical restoration skills.
Furniture Enthusiasts
People who appreciate well-made furniture and want to understand how it can be repaired and preserved.
Learn From Real Restoration Work
Every piece presents different problems, from loose joints and damaged veneer to worn finishes and earlier repairs.
The workshop is built around the same decisions I make in day-to-day restoration work: what to repair, what to preserve and what should be left alone.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need previous woodworking experience?
No. The workshop is suitable for complete beginners as well as people who already have some practical experience.
Should I start with a workshop or a course?
A workshop is ideal if you want a hands-on introduction. A course is better if you want structured learning and to develop your skills over time.
Can I bring my own furniture piece?
It depends on the session. Send me a few photos first and I can tell you whether your piece is suitable for the workshop format.
What type of furniture do you restore?
I mainly work on mid-century furniture including chairs, tables, cabinets, sideboards and other timber pieces from the 1950s–1970s.
Where are the workshops located?
Workshops are held in Melbourne, with sessions based around my Fitzroy restoration workshop.
Workshop Enquiries
Sessions are based around my Fitzroy restoration workshop and are available by arrangement.
If you want to know whether a workshop or course is the right fit, send me a message and tell me what you want to learn.
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