Business Details
39 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Furniture Restoration Services in Kent
Established in 1987, Tozer Richard has built a reputation for excellence in furniture and interior restoration. With over four decades of experience, including a tenure at Harrods of London's restoration department, our founder Richard Tozer brings unparalleled expertise to every project. Joined by Ruth in 1999, we combine traditional craftsmanship with meticulous attention to detail, serving both loyal and new clients across Kent and beyond.Our work spans intricate repairs for royalty to bespoke interior solutions, reflecting our commitment to preserving heritage while embracing modern needs. We pride ourselves on using premium materials and time-honoured techniques, ensuring every restored piece meets the highest standards of quality and authenticity.
Services
Furniture Restoration
French Polishing
Gilding
Joint Repairs
Ornament Repair
Painting Restoration
Veneer Replacement
Lock Repairs
Turning Services
Insurance Restoration
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in furniture restoration.
- Our team has worked with high-profile clients including royalty.
- We use traditional methods like French polishing and gilding.
- We collaborate directly with insurance companies for claim repairs.
- Family-run business with a focus on quality and customer satisfaction.
Services
Furniture Restoration
Reviving furniture through meticulous restoration techniques, including joint repairs and veneer replacement. Our experts handle antiques and modern pieces, ensuring structural integrity while preserving historical authenticity. Clients benefit from tailored solutions for damaged or aged furniture.
French Polishing
Applying traditional shellac layers to achieve a deep, lustrous finish on wood surfaces. This method enhances natural grain patterns, ideal for restoring period furniture. Our process combines heritage techniques with modern durability requirements.
Gilding
Using fine gold leaf to restore ornate decorative elements on furniture and frames. We match original finishes precisely, maintaining historical accuracy while adding luxurious visual appeal to restored pieces.
Insurance Restoration
Handling post-incident restoration for flood, fire, or transit damage. We work directly with insurance companies and loss adjusters, providing professional documentation and expert repair services to meet policy requirements.
Turning Services
Creating replacement legs, feet, and components using lathe techniques. We age new parts to match original pieces seamlessly, ensuring structural and aesthetic continuity in restored furniture.
People
Richard Tozer
Founder
With over 40 years in furniture restoration, including Harrods' restoration department, Richard established TTozer in 1987. His expertise spans royal commissions and complex antique repairs, ensuring traditional craftsmanship meets modern needs.
Ruth Tozer
Co-founder
Joining in 1999, Ruth expanded the business while maintaining quality standards. Her focus on customer service and operational management complements Richard's technical expertise, ensuring comprehensive client support for all restoration projects.
Questions
What types of furniture do you restore?
We handle all periods and styles, from antique chairs to modern sideboards, including royal commissions and insurance-related repairs.
Do you work with insurance companies?
Yes, we collaborate directly with insurers for claim-related restoration, providing professional documentation and expert repair services for fire, flood, or transit damage.
What traditional techniques do you use?
Our methods include French polishing, gilding with gold leaf, veneer replacement, and lathe-based component replication to maintain historical authenticity.
Can you repair broken ornamental features?
Yes, we restore pierced carvings, missing sections, and decorative elements using traditional joinery and materials to match original designs.
How long does restoration take?
Timelines vary by project complexity, but we prioritise quality while maintaining clear communication throughout the restoration process.
