Furniture & Architectural Woodwork Restoration.
We offer cost effective and environmentally friendly commercial on-site furniture refinishing and architectural woodwork restoration. From touch-ups, to repairs and refinishing, we have you covered.
On-Site Furniture Refinishing
Because of the constant use of furniture in commercial environments, wear and tear is inevitable, and repairs will naturally be needed over time. Typically, when damage occurs, hoteliers must decide between either replacement or off-site refinishing, both of which present logistical and financial challenges.
Fortunately, there’s a more efficient solution.
Northern Lights Restoration can offer significant cost savings by bringing our services to you, eliminating costly removal and shipping, and minimizing downtime by allowing us to work with furniture in place. Our on-site, clean, dustless and odorless process uses environmentally safe products. Our finishes dry to the touch in just 5 minutes and fully cure in 1 hour. This method allows us to restore 10–15 guest rooms daily, each averaging for less than the cost of a single night’s stay, and ensure same day booking, preventing revenue loss.
We work seamlessly in guest rooms, lobbies, restaurants, bars, and public areas, with no need for furniture removal or protective surface coverings in any setting. From minor burn marks and scratches to museum-quality pieces, we can handle all types of furniture damage efficiently.
To maintain your furniture’s quality and meet hotel standards, we offer annual or biannual touch up services and a comprehensive long-term maintenance program. Our attention to detail and years of experience ensures your furniture remains in top condition, protecting your investment and enhancing guest experience.
Architectural Woodwork Restoration
Northern Lights Restoration can expertly restore both historic and contemporary structural woodwork. From intricate inlay to diverse textures, we offer detailed services for all wood surfaces and types. We provide simple and affordable architectural restoration, designed to revitalize your property and enhance the guest experience.
Our experience includes but is not limited to:
- ZWainscotting
- ZRaised panel walls
- ZKitchen and built-in cabinetry
- ZDoors, windows and trim
- ZFloors and thresholds
- ZCoffered ceilings
- ZGrand staircases
“It has been said, at its best, preservation engages the past in a conversation with the present over a mutual concern for the future”.
– William Murtagh, first keeper of the National Register of Historic Places
Northern Lights Restoration’s skilled team provides historic preservation for those historic properties, with a focus on antique and period architectural wood refinishing that preserves the original craftsmanship and design. We carefully match era-specific stains and finishes, using the same cost-effective and eco-friendly restoration methods, giving new life and longevity to your historic wood furnishings and fixtures.
We are honored to have collaborated with numerous historic properties, adding to our growing portfolio of preservation projects.
Our extensive catalog of historic wood restoration work includes:
- Medieval Curule chairs (Lake Placid Lodge)
- Early 1600s Danish Marquetry parlor set (private owner)
- Renaissance Savonarola Folding Chair (Benbow Historic Inn)
- Italian Baroque gold leaf table, owned by Liberace and Tammy Faye Baker (French Lick Hotel Springs)
- 17th century Rococo Revival hand carved chairs (Cornell University, owned by founder Ezra Cornell)
- 17th century English Tudor bar (Pelican Inn)
- 17th century 14ft Refectory table (Pelican Inn)
- Victorian Gothic black walnut with olive burled bed frame (authentic counterpart to one residing in Winchester Mystery House – private owner)
- 1890’s fireplace wooded surrounds (Mohonk Mountain House)
- 1880’s historic mansion cupola, once used as fire-watch tower (Wentworth Mansion)
- 1900’s cabin replica of Taria Topan, a Salem East Indiamen barque (Salem Marine Society)
- Prohibition-Era Brunswick bar frequented by Al Capone (French Lick Springs Hotel)
- Multiple Classic Revival courtroom interiors, judge’s benches, gallery benches, bar lines and spindles
- A wide range of antique chairs: Queen-Anne winged, Victorian balloon- back, Morris, Pilgrim Slat, Corner, Windsor, Sheraton, Mission, and more
- Numerous pieces of antique Empire, East Lake, Victorian, Mission case goods
Preserving and protecting your investment.
Let us show you how our refinishing services provide a cost-effective and time-saving alternative.
We value your connection / curiosity for more information and welcome the opportunity to answer any questions and provide further information.
Common Questions:
What is the expected down time for my facility?
Each project will be different, but typically there will be no downtime. For hotels, inns and resorts, guest rooms can be occupied that same evening.
Do we have to move the furniture out of the rooms?
No. All work is done on site and in the rooms, allowing rooms to be put back into service for check in the same day they are completed.
Does the new finish have an odor?
All materials are nontoxic, nonflammable and odorless and safe for all on-site operations.
How long does the finish take to dry?
Drying times can vary based upon weather conditions at location of property. But normally the finish dries to the touch in 5 minutes and is cured within 1 hour.
How many rooms can you complete in a day?
The average is 10-15 rooms per day; however, it differs from project to project based upon number of items in each room, scope and the availability of the rooms.
Where are you located?
Northern Lights Restoration has locations in Spencer, New York, and Palm Coast, Florida.
How large of a territory do you cover?
Northern Lights Restoration operates nationwide, bringing our services to you.
How do I receive a quotation?
Please contact us by
Email: nlrbobstephens@gmail.com
Phone: 607-222-9397
Submitting the online form on our Contact page.