Business Details
44 Years
experience
Antique Restoration & Furniture Sales in Surrey
Established in 1982, Surrey Antiques has built a reputation as a trusted authority in antique furniture restoration and sales. Our expertise spans over four decades, specialising in Georgian, Regency, Victorian, and 20th-century iconic design pieces. We combine traditional craftsmanship with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring every item in our collection undergoes sympathetic restoration in our dedicated workshop. Our services extend to private collectors, auction houses, and institutions, including notable clients such as Sotheby's and the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst. With a gallery in West End, Surrey, we offer a curated selection of antiques, from early oak to exotic timbers like rosewood and satinwood. Our commitment to preserving historical integrity while maintaining market value has earned us recognition at international antique fairs including Masterpiece and Olympia.We prioritise personal service, transparency, and customer satisfaction, ensuring each transaction reflects our deep knowledge and passion for antiques. Our restoration capabilities encompass marquetry, gilding, carving, and French polishing, addressing even the most complex conservation challenges. This combination of experience, technical skill, and ethical practice positions us as leaders in the antique trade. We maintain strong relationships with dealers across London and the provinces, continually expanding our expertise through hands-on practice and scholarly research.
Services
Antique Restoration
Furniture Sales
Marquetry Repairs
Period Appraisal
Wood Conservation
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of specialist experience in antique furniture restoration
- Our workshop handles complex techniques like marquetry and gilding
- We maintain strict quality control through in-house restoration processes
- Our stock undergoes rigorous appraisal for authenticity and condition
- We provide expert guidance combining academic knowledge with practical experience
What people say
Skilled craftsman
Trustworthy dealer
Knowledgeable staff
Passionate about antiques
High-quality restoration
Services
Antique Restoration
Specialist restoration of antique furniture using traditional techniques. We address structural damage, surface wear, and decorative elements while preserving original patina. Our process maintains historical integrity while ensuring functional longevity for pieces from early oak to Regency periods.
Period Furniture Sales
Curated selection of authentic Georgian, Victorian, and 20th-century furniture. Each piece undergoes rigorous authentication and condition assessment. We offer transparent provenance details and market value guidance to private collectors and trade clients.
Marquetry Repairs
Precision repair of intricate wood inlays using period-appropriate materials. Our techniques replicate original patterns through traditional hand-cut methods. We document each stage to ensure accurate restoration of damaged decorative surfaces on high-value antique furniture.
Wood Conservation
Specialist conservation of rare timbers including rosewood, satinwood, and mahogany. We employ traditional finishing techniques like French polishing to restore original lustre while maintaining structural integrity of historic wooden components.
Gilding Services
Traditional gilding restoration for decorative furniture elements. Using genuine gold leaf and age-old techniques, we repair ornamental details on period pieces while matching original finishes to preserve historical authenticity and aesthetic value.
People
Gary
Owner & Master Restorer
Gary has specialised in antique furniture restoration since 1982. His expertise covers Georgian mahogany to Victorian walnut pieces. He combines traditional craftsmanship with academic knowledge, serving both private clients and major institutions through Surrey Antiques.
Questions
What periods of antiques do you specialise in?
We focus on Georgian, Regency, Victorian, and early 20th-century furniture. Our collection includes pieces from Chippendale, Sheraton, and Adam periods, alongside modernist designs.
Do you offer restoration services for damaged antiques?
Yes, we provide comprehensive restoration including marquetry, gilding, and structural repairs. Our workshop handles complex conservation projects using traditional techniques to preserve historical integrity.
Can I view antiques before purchasing?
Our Surrey gallery displays stock by appointment. We offer detailed condition reports and provenance information for all items, with viewing available Monday-Friday and Saturday mornings.
What accreditations do you hold?
While we don't hold formal accreditations, our reputation is built through 40+ years of expert practice, collaborations with major auction houses, and commissions from institutions like the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst.
How do you ensure authenticity of antiques?
Each piece undergoes rigorous appraisal for original condition, quality, and historical accuracy. We maintain detailed records of provenance and use our extensive experience to authenticate items before sale.
Do you deliver purchased items?
We offer delivery services within the UK and can arrange international shipping. All deliveries are carefully packaged and insured, with options for white-glove service available upon request.
