What the laser takes off.
Old furniture often carries several coats of paint over good timber. Laser cleaning reveals the original surface without gouging carvings or lifting veneer.
- Layered paint on carved detail
- Aged varnish and shellac
- Wax build-up
- Stains from spills and age
Why not sand or strip?
Dip stripping can loosen glue joints, and sanding flattens carved profiles. A controlled laser pass is the lowest-risk option for pieces that cannot be replaced.
How the job runs.
Assess
Photos and a short call, or a site visit for larger jobs.
Test
A hidden patch confirms the settings.
Clean
Controlled passes with extraction running.
Protect
Finish applied, or the surface handed over ready.
Common questions.
Can you clean veneer?
Yes, with low power and a test patch first. Very thin or lifting veneer may need a conservator.
Do I need to bring the piece in?
Small and medium pieces come to our workshop. Fixed joinery can be cleaned on site.
Ready to bring your wood back?
Send a few photos and the size of the area. We reply with a plan and a fixed price.