Join furniture restorer and industry expert Britta de Laat from The Repair Shop, Australia, for this one-day introductory workshop to timber restoration. Gain hands-on experience and knowledge of the fundamentals of wood restoration. Don't miss this unique opportunity to enhance your woodworking skills and unlock the beauty hidden within every piece of wood.

For the workshop, you will bring your own restoration projects to work on. Prior to the course, you will be asked to email photos of your items with any questions so Britta can respond and advice regarding suitability.

COURSE OUTLINE

- Understand the anatomy of wood and common preservation challenges.

- Introduction surface preparation techniques, including paint and finish removal.

- Acquire skills for repairing and patching wood effectively.

- Discover the art of wood finishing and protecting with the right products.

- Get hands-on experience through practical exercises and demonstrations.

- Surface preparation

- Stripping

- Sanding

- Filling

- Veneer repairs

- Staining

- Surface sealing

- Small structural repairs

Come armed with your timber related questions to get advice on how to make your pieces sing again. Get hands on with some timber care products and see them in action.

Limited seats available. Reserve your spot today.

No previous experience needed. Materials included in the price. (excluding PPE)

BYO FURNITURE FOR RESTORATION

WHEN:

Saturday 23th MARCH 10AM - 4PM incl. ½ hour lunch break (not included)

WHERE: Unit 73, 6 Bellambi Lane, Bellambi, NSW 2518