handmade Thonet rattan weaving of chairs and armchairs and also groove weaving

complete period restoration of Thonet articles, including rattan weaving

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  Dismantling

  At the very beginning of the restoration process, each item must be dismantled and disassembled very carefully.

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  Hand sanding with a card scraper

  This is a very old and time-consuming but, on the other hand, the most gentle method of removing the original lacquered layers of historical items.

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  Treatment against wood-destroying agents

  In its sanded state, it is the ideal time for preventive treatment of wooden parts against wood-destroying insects and other pests.

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  Petrification with resin – hardening

  In some cases we use the period method of petrification with resin on a natural resin base for the overall strengthening of historical artefacts.

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  Repair of local defects

  In cases where the restored item contains signs of significant damage or even missing parts, we always try to repair or replace the parts locally or sensitively, taking into account the original condition of the part.

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  Stained finish

  At this point, everything is in coordination with the investor. We can stain the product to the desired shade, most often we use the original colours, i.e., walnut, oak, beech, chestnut or even a colourless finish.

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  Shellac finish

  A key part of the whole restoration process, in our case we use hand-mixed natural-based shellac in several shades. Normally applied by hand, min. 10 layers, always according to the current surface condition. We use different shades of shellac for the final effect.

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  Rattan weaving

  We offer two rattan weaving variants. The period method consists of manual pre-weaving, which is a more difficult but more durable repair option. A newer and quicker method is the so-called groove weave, which is significantly cheaper but also less durable variant of repairing the weave.

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  Assembly and final inspection

  This is the last part of the restoration process before the actual handover. After assembly each product undergoes a detailed final inspection for strength and durability, and a visual inspection. The product then travels to its owner in different parts of the world. Thank you, with love, A1R.