Examples of my work

Projects I’ve worked on over the years

Bringing timeless furniture back to life with care and craftsmanship.

A little about me...

Hi, my name’s Steve.
I’ve been running S.P. Polishing since 1994 — over 35 years of doing what I love. French polishing has always been a real passion of mine, and I take pride in using this traditional method to achieve a finish that’s truly unique. The process is as rewarding for me as it is for my customers.

Alongside French polishing, I also restore antique and modern furniture, as well as carrying out specialist woodwork repairs. Based in Swindon, I’ve built up a strong reputation over the years, and I’m proud that much of my work now comes through word of mouth.

Polishing & Finishes

Techniques perfected over 35 years, delivering timeless polish and shine.

Our Polishing Services Include:

Recent Projects

Examples of our work

To see the wide range of furniture repair and restoration work that I can undertake have a look at our “services” page.

Restoring 2 lovely oak chairs
Two large oak chairs came in needing repairs, full restoration and re-upholstering.
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Restoring a 300 year old long Oak table
This lovely refectory table was in dire need of restoration.
Restoring a backgammon table
This lovely games/backgammon table came in for a full repair and restoration.
Repairing a Gibson Twin Neck Guitar
This very nice Gibson Twin Neck guitar, (6 and 12 string) came in for repairs to the headstock, which had split.
Colour Matching Modern Oak Interior Doors
These modern Oak interior doors joined the lounge to the hallway of my customer’s house.
Restoring a desk
This lovely desk shows years and years of use and its owners wanted it restored
Restoring Ted Baker’s Unique Board Room Table
I was asked to refurbish and restore the large table in the boardroom at Ted Baker’s London headquarters.
Restoring this Walnut Chest of Drawers
This is a lovely walnut chest of drawers. It came in for a full restoration.
Restoring a Walnut Dining Table
After many many years of use, this extendable Walnut dining table came in to the workshop for a full restoration.

Restoration & Repairs

Furniture restored using traditional methods, brought back to life with care, precision, and craftsmanship that ensures lasting quality.

Restoration Services Include:

Testimonials

Here are some testimonials from some of our customers that we have received over the years.

Here are some testimonials from some of our customers that we have received over the years. Just click on the image to see the full document. Certain details have been blanked out for confidentiality purposes although the full details are available on request.

S.P. Polishing provide a call-out service for local businesses, removal companies, building contractors and retailers as well as private customers.

Just click the testimonial you are interested in to see it open, and if you have any questions, or would like a free quotation please give me a call on 01793 848 314

Interior Woodwork

Tailored interior woodwork — from staircases to doors, custom fitted to your home. 

Restoration Services Include:

Project spotlight:

Restoring a Boardroom Table

Project type: Table Restoration

Two large oak chairs came in needing repairs, full restoration, and re-upholstering.

Description: This project began with a 4m x 2m boardroom table originally made from gloss black MDF. Years of use had left the surface covered in cup rings and heat marks. The client asked if it could be stripped and repolished, but MDF simply doesn’t allow for that kind of restoration.

I advised two options: a replacement MDF top, which would only last a few years before needing to be scrapped again, or a new solid walnut top — far more durable and prestigious. They chose walnut.

Working alongside a cabinet maker, we built the new table with integrated supply boxes for meeting use. I then finished it with a high-sheen polish, giving the table both elegance and longevity. Unlike MDF, this walnut top can be stripped and repolished many times over, ensuring it remains a centrepiece for years to come.

If you have a piece that needs some care, call us on: 01793 848 314 or email S.P. Polishing — we’d love to help.

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Unit 6, Elm Court Industrial Park
Royal Wootton Bassett
Swindon
SN4 7ED