Behind Every Antique Is a Tale Worth Telling Restoration is more than a technical process — it’s a deeply human act of care, memory, and connection. At Antique Restoration School, we have seen how students transform not just objects, but relationships to the past. In this article, we share several real-world examples from our workshops […]

Understanding the Difference That Makes All the Difference In the world of antique restoration, one of the first and most crucial decisions a restorer faces is choosing between conservation and renovation. Though often used interchangeably, these two approaches have very different goals, methods, and ethical considerations. At Antique Restoration School, we teach students not only

How to Approach Wear, Breaks, and Aging with Confidence and Care Restoring antiques can be one of the most rewarding artistic endeavors — but also one of the most challenging. Every crack, stain, and missing part tells a different story and requires a unique solution. At Antique Restoration School, we guide our students through these

Rediscovering the Past through Skilled Restoration Antique restoration is not merely a craft — it’s a dialogue between eras. Each worn surface and delicate curve holds echoes of lives once lived, of traditions, artistry, and time itself. Through careful and respectful techniques, we can preserve not only the physical object but also the soul it