Restorations by Tom Williamson
Antique Restorations & Conservation
Our restoration and conservation studio has complete capabilities to care for pieces from all periods. A craftsman with more than forty years of experience, Tom Williamson will execute the most delicate repairs and restorations on your antique, with the highest regard for preserving its integrity.
Traditional hand tools and finishes are used to duplicate the look and feel of the original intent. Our approach to restorations is fundamentally conservative. Restored pieces are found all over Central Virginia, James Madison’s Montpelier, James Monroe’s Highland, UVA’s Pavilions and historic buildings, and other museum homes on the East Coast, to the fine fine estates of Mr. Jefferson's Country and beyond.
Our Capabilities include:
The focus of our work is on maintaining and restoring the look and artistic value of our client’s fine furniture, as well as retaining the value and integrity of the antique. We utilize the finest traditions of quality hand craftsmanship available coupled with environmentally safe products. Our products are highly durable and can achieve any look and feel from hand rubbed lacquer and French polish finishes.
- Carving
- Chair repair
- French Polishing
- Gesso repair
- Spot-gilding
- ·Frame repair
- Lacquer
- Lacquer boxes
- Leather desktops
- Marble repair
- Marquetry repair
- Hardware repair and replacement
- Lathe turnings
- Art objects restored
- Polishing
- Preservation of Period Finishes,
- Veneer repairs
- Antique glass replacement
- Structural repairs and Stabilization
- Waxing
We Provide Professional Services To Neighboring Museums
From James Madison’s Montpelier, James Monroe’s Highland, UVA’s Pavilions and historic buildings, and other museum homes on the East Coast.
To maximize the life of your fine pieces, call us to schedule a consultation.