Surrey's Traditional French Polishing & Furniture Restoration
Family-run craftsmanship restoring antiques and bespoke furniture across Surrey, Guildford and London. Expert French polishing, upholstery and domestic woodwork restoration using time-honoured hand-finishing techniques.
Why Choose Us
Why Choose Us
Traditional Craftsmanship
Four decades of practiced hand-finishing — feathering, colour matching and burnishing carried out using methods passed down through the family workshop.
Specialist French Polishing
Authentic shellac-based French polishing to restore patina, depth and gloss on antiques and high-quality joinery without over-restoration.
Complete Furniture Care
From upholstery and structural repairs to final finishing and reassembly — coordinated restoration that preserves value and appearance of each piece.
French Polishing
Traditional French polishing for antiques and fine timber in Surrey — restore deep lustre and protective shellac finish using time-honoured craft methods.
Furniture Restoration
Traditional, meticulous furniture restoration for domestic interiors in Surrey. Repair, refine and revive antiques and bespoke pieces using heritage techniques.
Upholstery
Traditional upholstery for chairs, sofas and bespoke soft furnishings — re-covering, padding replacement and expert fabric selection. Family-run in Surrey with 40 years' craft experience.
Staircase & Handrail Restoration
Traditional staircase & handrail restoration across Surrey — careful repair, sanding, staining and protective finishing of treads, risers and balustrades to revive period homes and modern interiors.
About Us
A Family Tradition in Fine Wood Finishing
For 40 years J Hardy has restored household furniture and domestic woodwork with patience and precision. The family workshop combines traditional French polishing with sympathetic repairs and upholstery to bring antiques and bespoke pieces back to life.
“40 years' family experience repairing and refinishing domestic furniture”
- Specialist French polishing using traditional shellac techniques for deep, mirror-like finishes
- Comprehensive furniture care: restoration, upholstery, stair and fireplace work
- Domestic focus — careful handling, on-site visits and tailored solutions for household projects
Ready to restore your heirloom?
Request a home consultation — we’ll assess the piece, outline sympathetic options and provide a detailed quote tailored to your furniture and home.