Roseberry House Restoration

Roseberry House Restoration is a London-based furniture restoration and repair service, run by Katie Keat. With over 20 years of experience in repairing and restoring both antique and modern classic furniture, Katie is dedicated to providing the highest standard of workmanship, regardless of the monetary value of the piece.

Katie trained in Furniture Restoration and Conservation at the London College of Furniture and is fully accredited by The British Antique Furniture Restorers Association (BAFRA). This accreditation is a mark of Katie's skills in all aspects of furniture repair and restoration, including cabinet making, French polishing, surface finish refinishing, Boulle work (tortoise shell), gilding, carving, and the restoration of Mid-Century and Modern furniture.

Roseberry House Restoration is committed to providing a personalised service, tailored to the individual needs of each client. Whether you require a minor repair or a complete restoration, Katie will approach the project with the same attention to detail and commitment to excellence. With a wealth of experience working for private members clubs, embassies, corporate clients, and private individuals, Katie has built a reputation for leaving her customers happy and satisfied, with many repeat customers and references available upon request.

Services Offered

Roseberry House Restoration offers a comprehensive range of furniture repair and restoration services, including:

• Cabinet making: Katie can undertake all aspects of cabinet making, from repairing broken joints to creating new pieces to match existing furniture.
• French polishing: This technique involves applying multiple layers of shellac to achieve a high-gloss finish. Katie is an expert in French polishing and can match existing finishes for a seamless restoration.
• Surface finish refinishing: Whether your furniture has suffered scratches, water damage, or sun fading, Katie can restore the surface finish to its original condition.
• Boulle work (tortoise shell): This is a decorative technique that involves inlaying a variety of materials, such as brass, pewter, and tortoiseshell, into a wooden background. Katie has the skill and expertise to repair or recreate Boulle work on your furniture.
• Gilding: Katie can apply gold or silver leaf to your furniture to create a luxurious finish.
• Carving: Whether your furniture has intricate carvings that need repairing or you would like new carvings added, Katie has the expertise to deliver exceptional results.
• Mid-Century and Modern furniture restoration: Katie can restore your Mid-Century or Modern furniture to its former glory, including sourcing spare parts for some classic designer pieces.
• Upholstery: While Katie does not provide upholstery services, she can recommend a trusted local upholsterer, Lisa Perry Upholstery, based in Brixton, South London.

Areas Covered and Estimates

Based in South London, Katie can easily reach most areas in London and usually provides free estimates. Site work can be undertaken if required. Since Katie's estimates are calculated on the basis of time and materials, you will always pay a fair rate for the work. Please note that Katie does not provide valuations.