Barham (Ipswich), Suffolk Established 1986 • Family-run • Fully insured
What we do

Comprehensive Wood Finishing & Restoration

From hand-rubbed shellac finishes to ultra-durable ultra tuff 2 pac, we tailor each job for beauty and performance.

Traditional French Polishing
Shellac - hand applied

Ideal for antiques and fine furniture. Multiple thin coats, hand-rubbed to a deep gloss that enhances grain.

  • Dining tables, pianos, clock cases
  • Easily rejuvenated & repaired
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Furniture Repair & Restoration
Structural fixes, veneers, refinishing

From loose joints and dents to full strip & refinish. Extend life without losing character.

  • Sympathetic colour matching
  • Antique & modern pieces
Restore my piece
Painting & Lacquering
Any colour, any sheen

Professional finishes including ultra-tough lacquer for kitchens, bar tops & cabinetry.

  • Matt to wet look gloss options
  • Stains & toners mixed to spec
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On-Site Finishing
Floors, staircases, doors

We come to you for built-ins and large fixtures. Site snagging for new builds & refurb projects.

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Exterior & Marine Woodwork
Microporous paints, teak care

Breathable coatings for doors, windows & garden furniture; UV-resistant finishes for boats and decking.

Protect exterior wood
Beach Hut Renovation
Carpentry, weatherproof paints

End-to-end repairs, prep & repainting with flexible marine-grade or microporous coatings. Suffolk coastline specialists.

Renovate my hut
Since 1986

Three Generations of Craftsmanship

Founded in 1986 in Ipswich, we combine traditional skills with modern coatings. Fully insured, operating 7 days a week, serving East Anglia and the UK.

No job too small from a single scratched tabletop to a full house of woodwork.

How we finish

Materials & Techniques

Lacquer Durability

Two-part 2 part paint and lacquer for hard-wearing surfaces: kitchens, bars, tabletops resistant to heat, abrasion & spills.

Antimicrobial Additives

Optional antibacterial clear coats/paints for hygiene-sensitive areas (e.g., kitchens, hospitality, healthcare surfaces).

Colour Matching & Sheen

Custom stains/toners blended by eye; sheen from dead-matt to wet look gloss via lacquer selection & polishing compounds.

Microporous Exterior Systems

Breathable paints that let moisture escape, reducing cracking/peeling ideal for doors, windows & coastal huts.

Before & After

Portfolio Highlights

Please look below for examples of our work, we have even included some before and after to give you an idea of the sort of finish we can produce .

Furniture Dining Table (Mahogany)
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Room Renovations
Design my kitchen
Doors & Floors
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Beach Huts Coastal Renovation
How it works

A Simple 4-Step Process

1) Send photos

Quick assessment & free local quote.

2) Choose finish

Colour & sheen matched to your decor.

3) Workshop or on-site

We schedule at your convenience.

4) Final handover

Care guidance & maintenance tips.

Kind words

Testimonials

Our Victorian table looks brand new the shine is unreal.

- Lucy, colchester

Kitchen work saved thousands. Finish is flawless and tough.

- Dean, Woodbridge

Beach hut transformed and weatherproof - brilliant job.

- Eric, Felixstowe
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FAQs

Tough modern finish and durable design

we use modern tough durable and long lasting finishes on our items so is no need to throw things away we can bring them back to life.

Do you collect/deliver?

Yes, we can arrange local collection/delivery, or complete work on-site if preferred.

Is refinishing cheaper than replacement?

Almost always - especially kitchens and quality solid-wood furniture.

What areas do you cover?

Suffolk, Norfolk, Essex and wider UK on request.

Do you offer antibacterial coatings?

Yes, antimicrobial additives are available for clear coats or paints.

What sheen options are available?

From dead-matt to wet look gloss; we will recommend the best for use & look.

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Tell us about your project

Attach photos/measurements if possible. Well reply quickly 7 days a week.

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Workshop

Unit 1, Manor Farm, Church Lane, Barham, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP6 0PU

Open 7 days - Appointments available evenings/weekends.
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