Furniture Restoration in Greenwich

Family pieces tell stories—of generations gathered around a dining table, of cherished writing desks passed down through estate sales, of vanities that witnessed decades of daily rituals. When joints loosen, veneers lift, or finishes dull, you face a choice: discard irreplaceable history or entrust it to craftsmen who understand its value.

European woodworking inc restores high-end and antique furniture using methods rooted in decades of apprenticeship and hands-on experience. From our Yonkers workshop, we serve Greenwich homeowners and designers who demand precision in veneer repair, structural reinforcement, and period-appropriate finishing. Antique furniture properly restored can retain or even increase its market value by 30 to 50 percent, especially when original joinery and patina are preserved.

Whether your piece hails from a Riverside estate or a Back Country manor, we assess damage, recommend repair strategies, and execute work that respects both original intent and modern durability standards.

Greenwich's Architectural Heritage Deserves Expert Care

Greenwich's legacy of Colonial, Federal, and Shingle-style estates means interiors often house furniture that predates the structures themselves. Fluctuating humidity from Long Island Sound, combined with a century of use, stresses delicate inlays, glue joints, and hand-rubbed finishes. Restoring these pieces requires more than sanding and staining—it demands an understanding of hide glue, shellac application, and hand-cut replacement parts.

We begin every project with a detailed evaluation: documenting existing damage, photographing joinery, and proposing a restoration plan that balances authenticity with functionality. Hide glue, used in 18th- and 19th-century cabinetry, remains reversible for future conservators and maintains traditional flexibility, making it the preferred adhesive for period work. Our toolkit includes scrapers, rasps, and hand planes—tools that preserve original surfaces rather than obliterating them.

Contact us today for Furniture Restoration in Greenwich. Schedule an in-home evaluation or bring your piece to our studio for a no-obligation damage assessment and timeline estimate.

Every restoration is unique, but our process ensures consistency, transparency, and respect for original craftsmanship. Services include:

• Structural repair of loose joints, cracked rails, and split panels using traditional joinery
• Veneer patching and replacement with period-matched wood species sourced from specialty mills
• Hand-rubbed French polish, shellac, or oil finishes that replicate original sheen and color
• Hardware restoration or historically accurate replacement sourced from antique suppliers in Greenwich and beyond
• Climate-stabilization guidance to prevent future damage in Connecticut's variable seasons

Proper restoration can extend a piece's usable life by another century while maintaining the wear patterns and patina collectors prize, ensuring your investment benefits both your home and future generations. Whether you're a designer matching vintage interiors or a homeowner preserving a family legacy, our work honors the past without sacrificing function. Get in touch today for Furniture Restoration in Greenwich and give your treasured pieces the care they deserve.