ANTIQUE FURNITURE RESTORERS,
FURNITURE DESIGNERS AND MAKERS
Established in 2013
BEFORE / AFTER
Furniture Repair Examples
リストリーでは長年培ったアンティーク家具の修理・修復だけでなく、
アンティークステンドグラスなど美術品の修理・修復も承っております。
まずはお気軽に下記内容につきましてご連絡ください。
1. 製品の全体写真と修理ご希望箇所の詳細写真
2. 修理対象製品の数量、おおよそのサイズ、材質
3. 名前、住所、電話番号、メールアドレスなどの連絡先
お客様より頂きました写真、情報をもとにお見積りさせていただきます。
お見積りは無料です。名古屋市近郊への出張見積りも無料で対応致します。
２営業日以内に、弊社スタッフよりご連絡を差し上げます。
Repair Antique Stained Glass .
アンティークステンドグラス修理・修復
SPICE UP your ANTIQUES
英国王室御用達アンティーク家具修理工房"A J Brett &Co"で長年修行を積んだ家具職人が
お客様の大切なアンティーク家具を修理・修復致します。
天然素材のみを使用し、何十工程もかけて磨きぬかれたその妖艶なまでの
美しさを与える塗装技術は ” フレンチポリッシュ” と呼ばれ、
木材の吸放湿性を妨げることなく、100年という長い時を超えて、
今もなおアンティーク家具独特の風合いと味わいを湛えています。
Point ① Antique furniture maintenance
普段のお手入れは、綿布で木目に沿った乾拭きが原則。
水拭きは家具の劣化を早めます。
As the saying goes, "Trees breathe."
Even after being sawn, wood expands and contracts depending on the environment.
To mitigate these changes and protect the furniture from drying out, a protective coating is applied to the surface.
Applying oil wax once every 1-2 months will keep the item looking beautiful.
アンティーク家具は長い歴史を経て現代まで受け継がれた価値ある存在です。
しかし、長い年月の中 修理・修復を必要とする事は避けられません。
現代文化の生活においては利便性を優先し、熱・水・アルコールに強いとされるウレタン塗装の様な硬くて丈夫な
塗膜で塗装・修理されるのが日本国内では一般的ですが、当然それまで受け継がれてきた価値は失われてしまいます。
ですので、ヘリテージ家具・美術工芸品としてのアンティーク家具には相応の修復・塗装（フレンチポリッシュ等）が不可欠です。
・French polish = sustained value, antique color and luster, long life. Weak against heat, water and alcohol.
- Urethane coating = Excellent heat and water resistance, can withstand heavy use. Short lifespan, lacks color, luster and texture. French polish = Maintains value, unique antique color, long lifespan. Weak against heat, water and alcohol.
The lifespan of urethane paint used on typical furniture is said to be 5 to 7 years.
On the other hand, shellac varnish used in the "French Polish" paint for antique furniture has been around for half a century to a century.
With regular maintenance, the effect will last almost permanently (until it decays).
However, in modern times, the paint on antique furniture does not necessarily have to be French polished.
The painting method required will vary depending on the intended use of the customer, the current owner.
POINT ② Types of paint used on antique furniture
SUITABLE to your STYLE
Shellac, an essential ingredient in antique furniture, is a traditional alcohol varnish that has been around since the 16th century, made by dissolving a substance produced by a certain insect in alcohol.
Since it is a natural substance, it is used as food coating, nail paint, etc.
It is also famous as a paint to prevent house sickness.
This shellac varnish is applied to fabric and then layered on top of it, called French polish (also called tampo rub in Japan).
Each process only produces a very thin film, so the paint must be applied over and over again, and drying and sanding processes are required between coats, making this a very time-consuming and labor-intensive painting method for furniture repair.
All furniture that can be classified as antique furniture is made with this paint.
Its unique texture and alluring, beautiful luster give it a special appeal not found in modern paints.
What are shellac and French polish used on antique furniture ?
What's The Shellac and Polish?
What is the traditional technique of French polish and its raw material, shellac?
Repair: REPAIR
Fix functional issues like a door coming off, a worn-out table top, a wobbly chair, or a drawer that won't open.
It means finishing the piece neatly without compromising the balance and creating a natural look.
The materials and methods used for the repair are not very important, so the price is low and the work period is short. General furniture repair falls into this category.
Repair = The process of fixing something that is broken and unusable, regardless of the materials or techniques used, so that it can be used as a tool.
Antique furniture, by its very nature, is designed and constructed to be repaired, restored and used for a long time.
Partial repairs and restorations (such as a heavily damaged tabletop) are cheaper than the total cost and take less time.
For items like antique furniture, which are expensive to repair, it is best to repair them little by little.
When carrying out restoration work , we try to recreate as many items as possible that were used at the time, in keeping with the era of the furniture in question.
This will be more expensive than typical furniture repairs, but it will not reduce the value of your antique furniture.
When it comes to repair work , we decide on the materials and process according to the customer's needs, and we do it without upsetting the overall balance and creating a natural look.
Since the purpose is to provide a finishing touch, it is cheaper and quicker to complete than restoration work.
POINT ③ Difference between furniture repair and furniture restoration
REPAIR or RESTORATION
Restoration = The process of restoring something broken to exactly the same condition as it was originally, using the same materials and techniques.
Restoration: RESTORATION
Mainly paintings, cultural properties, antique furniture, etc., without compromising the texture such as scratches, fading, luster, etc. that have developed over a long period of time.
It means reproducing the materials used at the time as much as possible and restoring the item to its original condition using the same methods and techniques.
This is a term used by many antique dealers in Japan, but in reality there are only a handful of businesses that can restore furniture.
Repair example: Removal of ring stains, water stains, and scratches on the tabletop
Repair target: Occasional table
c1920~1930 Mahogany
Repair area: Entire table top repainted
Summary: Cup ring stain on table top,
The bottom of the vase is covered with marks.
Peel off the entire coating and dirt,
Fill deep scratches with putty, smooth out the surface,
Repainted with water-based stain and urethane paint.
Repair cost: 55,000 yen (excluding tax)
Repair time: Approximately 1 week
修理対象：ヴィクトリアンオーバルテーブル
c1890~1900 ウォールナット瘤材
修理箇所：テーブル天板全体再塗装
概要：花台として使用していたこともあり、
霧吹きの水・過度の使用による浸水で木材が腐ちてめくれ上がっています。
全体のコーティングを剥がし、腐食した木材を修復し、表面を整え、今後の使用に耐えうる為、ウレタン塗装にて再塗装。
修理費用：155,000円（税別）
修理日数：約2週間
Repair example: Center table decorative veneer damage
Restoration example: Antique bureau complete restoration
Restoration target: Antique Bureau
c1850~1860 Walnut wood
Restoration area: Complete restoration
Summary: All parts, including the drawers and metal fittings, were dismantled. The existing coating was removed and scratches and holes were filled. Since the restoration was based on restoring the color and luster of the original, after adjusting the base, the color was gradually corrected using a water-based stain, predicting fading and damage, and then a finishing coat of French polish was applied over a period of about a month to complete the work.
Repair cost: 560,000 yen (excluding tax)
Repair time: Approximately 2 months
Repair target: Old oak sideboard
c1910~1930 Oak
Repair area: Overall oil and wax repair
Summary: Deterioration of the surface due to lack of maintenance.
It has a French polished finish.
There are no major scratches or damage, and the surface is clean and oily.
Due to damage caused by a lack of oil, the surface was lightly scraped with wire wool, smoothed out, and repaired by replenishing the oil content using only Scotch oil and wax.
On-site maintenance is available within the scope of possible locations.
Repair cost: 35,000 yen (excluding tax)
Repair time: 1 day
On-site repair example: Antique sideboard maintenance and repair
PROFILE
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 AJBrett.2011 |  FAMOUSGROUSE |
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 Scotland |  worker or wanker |
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Umemoto Shusaku
Born in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture
2005: Travelled to England alone
Based in London, he traveled around Europe, North Africa, the Middle East and Asia.
Fascinated by the historical architecture and creative works of various countries, he studied furniture design and interior design.
He is the first Asian to join AJ Brett & Co, an antique furniture restoration company based in London.
After working as an Apostle Cabinetmaker, he worked as a French polisher, a traditional painter.
It has clients including the dukedom of Cavendish and partners with a major British auction house.
Also serves as a supervisor for LMU Restoration & Conservation interns.
In 2013, he returned to Japan and founded THE RESTORY CO.
Opened a showroom and antique furniture repair workshop in Kakuozan, Chikusa-ku, Nagoya
In 2017, a new store opened in Hoshigaoka, Meito Ward, the same city.
[Payment method]
Payment can be made by cash, bank transfer or various credit cards.
If you wish to pay by credit card, a handling fee of 3.75% of the total amount will be charged.
Our store has introduced the Square System, which allows us to accept credit cards at the customer's location. ＞＞＞Click here for details
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Please rest assured that your card number will be encrypted and transmitted securely.
[Repair estimate process]
First of all, please feel free to contact us by phone or email.
On-site estimates within the area are free. A representative will visit you at your home on the same day or on the day of the meeting and provide you with an estimate on the spot. ＞＞＞Free on-site estimate areas
If you send us an email with a quotation, we can provide you with a quick estimate if you attach the size, material, and photos or videos.
Please feel free to contact us with any other interior design inquiries.
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詳しくはお電話又はメールにてお問い合わせ下さい。
It's too heavy to carry by yourself... Our staff will come directly to your home!
Can I use a credit card? ... Yes, you can use the supported cards!
Is it okay if I live far away? ... Our contractor will pick up and deliver the item to your home!
0120-953-258
REPAIR INFORMATION
家具修理のご依頼について
Is it okay if it's not an antique? Please feel free to contact us about any kind of furniture!
Packing seems like a lot of work... No need to pack. Leave it all to our staff!
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Consultation and estimates are free of charge.
Please feel free to contact us.
CONTACT
0120-953-258