A Fine Georgian Side Table In The Workshop Recently For Restoration.

Stuart Nicolson Antiques & Restoration Services.

Monday, February 9, 2026

This table appeared to be used a bench in a potting shed at some stage.

The top was heavily scored & marked with deep stains.

I�m always reluctant to sand old period furniture but this table was so heavily marked it was thought best in this instance to do so.

After scrapping & sanded though the grades down to 400g the top was then bleached with 2 part bleaches & oxolic acid.

The table was then traditionally hand French polished with the addition of blues & green pigments to return a nice Georgian colour once again.

Once the polish was fully hardened the surface was dulled with fine pumice & rotten stone followed by a tradition hand wax polish.

The table now has a lovely glow & not looking too shinny for a Georgian piece.

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