WELLINGTON
KĀPITI COAST
WAIRARAPA
PALMERSTON
THE KILMISTER STANDARD
The Kilmister family has been restoring furniture since 1954, combining traditional craftsmanship with specialist restoration techniques for antique, household, commercial, or office furniture.
For generations, the Kilmister name has been trusted for antique furniture restoration, French polishing, commercial furniture refinishing, and specialist furniture repair masters in the Greater Wellington, Palmerston North, Kāpiti, and Wairarapa regions.
We focus exclusively on furniture restoration and furniture repair. That focus means better results, refined techniques, and consistent workmanship across every project.
From delicate antique restoration to heavy-use commercial furniture refinishing, every piece is handled with care, precision, and accountability attached to the Kilmister name.
Our specialty areas include:
French polishing
Antique furniture restoration
Modern furniture repolishing and repair
Office furniture and boardroom table restoration (including for New Zealand parliament and heritage sites)
Painting furniture and kitchens
Furniture recovery and furniture upholstery service
General furniture resurfacing
SERVICES
Here are just some of the ways we help our customers.
Antique Furniture Restoration and French Polishing
Our expert team brings antique furniture back to life with French polishing and traditional restoration techniques. From restoring French polished tables to repairing delicate finishes, we specialise in preserving your most valuable pieces.
Trust us to handle your antiques with care and precision.
Commercial and Office Furniture Restoration
Trusted by businesses, heritage organisations, and commercial spaces. Keep your business looking professional with our commercial furniture restoration services. We restore boardroom tables, reception desks, and more with durable finishes that stand up to everyday use.
We also have a lot of experience with bar, restaurant, and cafe furniture restoration.
Modern Furniture Repair and Painting
Refresh and repair your modern furniture with our complete services. We handle everything from wood restoration to furniture repainting for a polished, lasting finish.
Whether you need to fix sun-damaged furniture or update your décor, we deliver quality results with every project. Not to mention, we can organise and offer furniture reupholstery.
Customer reviews
Find out why others trust Kilmister Furniture Restoration.
– “Tony has restored a number of pieces for us over the years – first was a roll-top desk 23 years ago! Recently we have had an overly large wardrobe unit, camphor chest, oak dressing table and a set of chairs restored. They all look absolutely fabulous, we are delighted. Great to have pick up and drop off service. The work was done quickly and reasonably prices.”
Heather Baldwin – Wellington
“Tony and his team restored a sideboard (from a very poor condition) and table with chairs for us. Everything came out looking great, as well as the staining they also fixed up loose bits and wobbles. Very happy with our furniture looking as good as it did 50 years ago.”
Rob Schone – Wellington
“Tony did a wonderful job of restoring the top of my rimu buffet. The finsh is now back to brand new. I’m very pleased, and now another couple of jobs lined up for him which I am looking forward to getting done. The fact that I will get more work done is the best recommendation. Pick up and delivery no problem.”
Vicki Waller – Wairarapa
“Tony did an amazing restoration job on some of my late mother’s furniture. Mum would have loved to see it now. And Tony also made it very easy at a reasonable cost to pick up the furniture from Wellington then drop it off once the work was complete. I highly recommend Tony’s work.”
John Healy – Wellington