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Cabinet doors and frames that look renewed — peeling finish gone, grain revealed and doors refitted with minimal fuss.
What We Do
Sanding, shellac application, buffing and reinstallation of doors and hardware.
Door removal and detailed sanding to strip old finish and prep surfaces for shellac application.
Multiple shellac layers with pumice filling and final buffing, then careful hardware refit and alignment.
Why Essex French Polishing
Incorrect prep or rushed refitting leaves uneven finish, visible repairs and hardware problems if unattended.
Peeling or patchy finishes make fitted kitchens look tired; period houses often need shellac matching to preserve original patina.
Who We Help
Homeowners in Chelmsford seeking sensitive cabinet work that preserves patina and matches original timber fittings.
Designers specifying finishes for city-centre joinery and suburban projects who need period-accurate shellac and clear delivery dates.
Managers requiring consistent cabinet finishes across reception or rental units with minimal downtime and scheduled returns.
How We Work
We assess the item, provide a written quote, then schedule on-site or workshop refinishing and confirm care instructions.
Assessment visit
We inspect cabinet doors, frames and hardware, note finish condition and recommend on-site or workshop work with a written plan.
Written quote
You receive an itemised quote listing scope, timings and door removal plan; you choose on-site polishing or workshop collection.
Refinish & refit
Work proceeds with sanding, pumpice or pumice filling, shellac layers, final buffing and careful hardware refitting to restore fit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Practical answers on scope, disruption, costs and local considerations for Chelmsford properties.
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Who We Are
All enquiries are reviewed by French polishers experienced with home furniture and office woodwork in Essex. We provide a free written quote after inspection or photos. Choose on-site polishing or workshop collection and return.
Our Full StoryWe exist to preserve and restore period wood finishes for homeowners and businesses in Essex by arranging specialist French polishing services.
Clear Quotes
Written estimates after inspection; no hidden fees.
Flexible Delivery
On-site or workshop collection with scheduled slots.
Traditional Techniques
Shellac pad application, pumice pore-filling and buffing.
Restore antique or vintage furniture with structural repair and finish preparation
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Stripped screws, bent hinges or misaligned fixings after work cause delays and extra repair costs if parts are not protected.
Thick paint or lacquer can obscure grain, making colour match difficult; careful sanding and shellac rebuilds depth without over-sanding.
You receive an itemised quote listing scope, timings, door removal plan and estimated disruption before any work begins.
Choose on-site polishing or workshop collection with scheduled returns, suited to period houses and modern kitchen cabinetry.
At least three thin shellac layers with pumice pore-filling and final buffing rebuild grain and deliver an even, stable sheen.
Doors and fittings are labelled, stored and refitted to prevent damage and ensure correct hinge alignment and operation.