Fine art restoration for paintings, artwork and sculpture

Yellowed varnish, grime, nicotine staining and mould growth are removed only where testing shows the paint layer will respond safely. We work incrementally so original paint is not over cleaned, including on works previously treated too aggressively.

Family portraits, ecclesiastic panels and civic paintings are assessed in the studio or on site before treatment begins. Cleaned paintings are protected with an appropriate varnish when the scheme requires it.

Tears, punctures, slack canvas and frayed edges are stabilised with minimum intervention. Options include strip lining, full relining with conservation grade adhesive, patch repairs and stretcher adjustments, discussed once the painting has been assessed.

We document condition with photographs and written notes so you can see what treatment is recommended before work proceeds.

Flaking or missing paint is consolidated and inpainted only where losses disrupt the image. Retouching follows reversible conservation standards: colours and brushwork are matched carefully, and new work remains distinguishable on close examination.

We treat oil paintings, works on panel and mixed media antiques in private homes, churches and collections across the North West.

Keeping the original frame often protects the value of a painting. We clean tarnished gilt surfaces, repair composite ornament, cast missing sections and regild with real gold leaf where required, with toning to match surviving patina.

Full frame regilding and architectural gilding for interiors are covered on our gilding service page. Email photographs and approximate dimensions for frame work when you enquire.

Antiques, gesso ornament and polychrome surfaces are treated with reversible methods where conservation ethics require it. Written condition reports can be provided for insurance, probate, parish committees or third party approval, with high resolution photographs and a detailed description of age, wear and previous restoration.

Studio work is based in Warrington. We collect across Liverpool, Manchester, Cheshire and the wider North West, and can discuss courier arrangements for pieces outside the region after assessment.