The Northern Lights Advantage.

Expert Furniture & Woodwork Restoration

For over 33 years, Northern Lights Restoration has refined its skills and on-site refinishing approach. We began by serving colleges, universities, and government contracts, then transitioned into hospitality, bringing our exceptional craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail to a growing clientele. Our restoration expertise has been fortified through serving members of the Southern Innkeepers Association, Historic Hotels of America, and other Distinguished Historic and Luxury Properties. We confidently handle everything from antiques and one-of-a-kind pieces to standard room furniture and architectural woodwork.

Fast & Cost-Effective

Minimize operational disruption with our streamlined and value-driven restoration services. By working with furniture in place and hand applying our quick drying, odor-free, commercial-grade waterborne finishes, we can restore 10 to 15 guestrooms daily, with each room typically costing less than a night’s stay. Our clean and dustless process allows housekeeping to access and prepare rooms for guest occupancy within one hour of restoration, minimizing downtime and revenue loss.

Going Green Since 1992

Combining safety with budget-friendly solutions, our sustainable approach to wood furniture and architectural restoration stands out. We prioritize a safe environment and clean air quality by using nontoxic, biodegradable cleaning agents and durable, OSHA-compliant nonhazardous, odorless, water-based products made from renewable resources. Through our efficient on-site work, we minimize energy waste and landfill impact, resulting in over 1.3 million pieces of furniture diverted from disposal since 1992. We deliver nationwide commercial wood restoration services that ensure the safety of your property, guests, and our shared environment.

Personalized Approach

We understand hotel challenges, regardless of size or history. Our tailored programs, from touch-ups to full refinishing, provide reliable and economical solutions. We are client-centered and focus on one on-site project at a time, ensuring our full attention and expertise are dedicated to your property and needs. A custom annual maintenance program guarantees continued high quality standards and an improved guest experience at a great value. We’re committed to building honest, lasting relationships with our clients, providing service only where it’s truly needed and offering clear confirmation when work isn’t required.

Streamlined Sustainable Value

Bob Stephens laying a finishing coat on wooden beams
Beyond convenience, Northern Lights Restoration’s on-site services also provide significant benefits:
  • ZAvoid the expense of removing and transporting damaged wood furniture off-site.
  • ZReduce the down time and disruption to your property.
  • ZAchieve substantial savings of approximately 85–90% of the cost of furniture replacement.
  • ZBenefit from environmentally safe, odorless, nontoxic, noncombustible, hand-applied, commercial-grade finishes.
  • ZIncrease the longevity of your valuable wood pieces while reducing landfill waste.
  • ZKeep your property up to quality standards for the best guest experience.
  • ZPreserve the quality and appearance of your wood furniture with our long-term maintenance program option.
  • ZWe offer complimentary quotes, using property-provided photos and inventory, ensuring a streamlined process.

About Our Team

Robert Stephens, President and Founder of Northern Lights Restoration, brings a wealth of experience from over 40 years in the commercial furniture sector. Witnessing unnecessary replacement of well-crafted solid oak and maple furniture in colleges, he recognized a valuable opportunity. He started to design a specialized on-site refinishing program, capable of extending furniture lifespans by 10–15 years and delivering significant savings of 85–90% compared to purchasing new. This vision for sustainable, cost-effective restoration led to the creation of Northern Lights Restoration in 1992.

Continuing the family legacy, Robert’s daughter, Courtney, and son-in-law, Spencer, have now joined the team. Together, they offer the agility and personal touch of a small company, with the capability of handling projects of any scale, from 400+ room resorts to small inns, guaranteeing consistent quality and a dedication to environmentally responsible and economical wood restoration and preservation.

Preserving and protecting your investment.

Let us show you how our refinishing services provide a cost-effective and time-saving alternative.

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