The
Traditional French Polishing techniques we recognise
today can be traced back to a period around the 1830's.
However, before this, furniture was commonly finished
by the use of a fascinating array of local materials
from earth pigments and root dyes which were used for
colouring, whilst mead, beeswax and resins were used
for sealing and polishing.
In
order to maintain the authenticity of Antiques or quality
pieces it remains essential to select the appropriate
methods and traditional materials for each finish, ensuring
the preservation of the original patina and natural
ageing.
The
specialist French Polishers and Finishers at Wheathills
in Derbyshire have earned an enviable reputation by
recognising the important relationship between period
and materials, believing that correct furniture conservation
principles are paramount in producing museum standards
of finish everytime.
Chippendale
Console Serving Table Case
Wheathills Farm, Brun Lane, Derby, DE22
4NE. Telephone: 01332 824819. Email: info@wheathills.com
Our normal opening hours are Monday To Friday 8.30am - 5.00pm and Saturday 10.00am - 4.00pm.
The
Traditional French Polishing techniques we recognise
today can be traced back to a period around the 1830's.
However, before this, furniture was commonly finished
by the use of a fascinating array of local materials
from earth pigments and root dyes which were used for
colouring, whilst mead, beeswax and resins were used
for sealing and polishing. 
In
order to maintain the authenticity of Antiques or quality
pieces it remains essential to select the appropriate
methods and traditional materials for each finish, ensuring
the preservation of the original patina and natural
ageing. 
The
specialist French Polishers and Finishers at Wheathills
in Derbyshire have earned an enviable reputation by
recognising the important relationship between period
and materials, believing that correct furniture conservation
principles are paramount in producing museum standards
of finish everytime.
