Restoration

A day in the life of a National Trust Conservator

Emma Schmuecker, a senior objects conservator at the National Trust, who also manages the conservation studio at Knole in Kent, talks us through her day
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8 steps to restore a Victorian house

Is your Victorian home in need of some renovation work? We show you where to start and who to call...
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How to set up an antique longcase or Grandfather clock

Keep your antique longcase or Grandfather clock in perfect working order with this helpful guide
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How Jay Blades got into furniture restoration

The restorer and designer reflects on his journey into the world of furniture, and how much he has learned along the way. Image: Jesse Wild
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Drew Pritchard's best antique finds

Salvage Hunter Drew Pritchard reveals the secret to his success as an antiques dealer and why he lives for the thrill of the next find
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Drew Pritchard: How I got into the antiques trade

The Salvage Hunter on the stained-glass windows that transformed his career in the antiques industry
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Top tips for buying antiques on online auctions

Discover top tips for picking up a one-of-a-kind antique online through a vast network of digital auctions
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Heirlooms in the making: Greenaway Mosaics

Traditionally trained, Thomas Greenaway draws on his time in Italy to piece together pietra dura, creating artworks that will be treasured for a lifetime, and longer
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10 ways to create a sense of faded grandeur

We explain how to recreate this romantic look in your home
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How to clean antique candle holders

Make your antique candelabra shine in time for the festive season with these useful cleaning tips and tricks!
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10 ways to bring personality to your home with upholstery

With these easy tips, we show you how old or new upholstery can bring colour and pattern to your home
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Escape to the Chateau returns for a fourth series

Join Angel and Dick Strawbridge as they continue their French adventure in Channel 4's Escape to the Chateau
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5 historic Open House homes to visit

Take a look inside five of our favourite Open House residences, all of which boast interiors that embody their owners' individual styles
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Top tips for restoring old buildings

French interior designer Catherine-Hélène Frei Von Auffenberg shares her love of antiques and some useful advice for renovating ancient buildings
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How to restore a mirror and add a frame

Antiques restorer Huw Griffith explains how to transform a plain mirror using your fabric of choice, for the ultimate in custom styling
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Country kitchen ideas and styles

A timeless investment that’s sure to bring pleasure for years to come, a bespoke country-style kitchen is a style statement that’s rarely out of fashion…
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