Antique Mirror Restoration

Over time, antique mirrors can lose their finish and decorative appeal. Our frame conservators can restore mirror frames with precision and accuracy.

Mirrors can become damaged in a multitude of ways, from small accidental breakages to major household disasters.

What can we restore?

Broken decorative areas
Loose corners
Unstable structure
Broken mirror glass
Lost decorations
Unsafe hanging mechanisms
Loss of gold leaf or colour
Woodworm and pest damage
Water and fire damage
Surface discolouration

Our frame conservators can restore mirrors that have faced all levels of deterioration, whether they require a full reconstruction or a simple surface clean.

Gold Leaf Restoration

Antique mirrors can be restored to a level of your choice, they can be gilt to their original appearance or toned down to retain historic appeal.

Gold leaf is applied by hand after all areas of wood or gesso are stabilised or rebuilt. We can then age the gilding appropriately, allowing for an antique finish.

Mirror Glass Replacement

Some historic mirror glass can leak contaminants, whilst others may be smashed beyond repair.

We can replace the glass with a bespoke option, made to the size and shape of the original – allowing the mirror to return to display.

Contact Our Team Today

We are happy to assist with the restoration of gilt and decorative frames. Please fill out the form below and our experts will be in touch with a bespoke treatment plan.

From our customers

I just wanted to compliment you on the restoration you performed on my two mid 19th Century oil paintings by W Muller. The dramatic improvement brought about by the cleaning and re-varnishing together with the stabilisation and re-gilding of the plaster frames was extraordinary. The quotation, collection and return were all accomplished professionally. It was a pleasure using your company.

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The restoration of the damaged artwork was expertly carried out, bringing back subtle colouring, and included the repair of broken and missing details of the gesso on the frame such that they were perfectly matched. We were delighted with the communication throughout and with the results achieved.

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