Picture restoration and cleaning
We offer expert picture cleaning, painting restoration, and conservation. Our team is skilled in a range of services, including:
· Re-lining paintings on canvas
· Retouching and restoring damaged artwork
· Remaking old and worn frames
· Comprehensive picture cleaning and re-varnishing
We specialise in handling various types of artwork, including easel paintings on canvas, board, or panel, in both oil and acrylic. Our restoration experts are also highly experienced in re-colouring watercolours and reversing foxing caused by humidity and temperature fluctuations. We also offer the delicate process of removing paper-based artworks from their backing.
We provide free consultations and estimates, and for larger pieces, we offer a convenient collection service from your home.
Picture and Painting Restoration & Preservation
At Northampton Fine Art, we specialise in the cleaning, restoration, and preservation of paintings, drawings, photographs, and other works of art.
Restoring a painting or picture is a delicate craft, built on centuries-old traditions that have changed little over time. The skills required take many years to master, and our team combines this expertise with modern conservation knowledge to give your treasured artworks the care they deserve.
Painting Restoration
For easel paintings, our services range from cleaning and retouching to repairing tears, patching holes, and even re-lining canvases. Each piece is treated with the utmost respect, ensuring both its beauty and integrity are preserved.
Works on Paper
Paper-based artworks require a different level of care. We can remove harmful acids, clean prints and paintings that have become dirty, discoloured, or foxed with age, and even restore lost details in watercolours. Where needed, missing sections of paper can be carefully reconstructed and seamlessly restored.
Studio & Conservation Expertise
Our spacious, well-equipped studio is dedicated to conserving works on paper and board, including pastels, sculptures, installations, and more. With advanced facilities and a deep understanding of both traditional and contemporary methods, we provide a uniquely comprehensive service. Some treatments are carried out in-house, while particularly specialised processes are entrusted to trusted external experts who work closely alongside our team.
Preventive Care
Sometimes, preserving your artwork is as simple as improving storage and presentation. For example, replacing acidic mount boards with acid-free cotton rag and buffered boards can prevent future deterioration—often removing the need for additional treatments later.
Frame Restoration
Our skilled staff also restore and repair antique frames. This includes stabilising structures, replacing missing details with new plaster cast mouldings, re-colouring, and reapplying gold or silver leaf. These techniques breathe new life into old frames while maintaining their original character.
For expert picture, painting, and frame restoration, contact Northampton Fine Art today
