Restoring Ireland’s Furniture Heritage
Master craftsmanship, sustainable methods, timeless results.
Request a Free AssessmentServing homes, businesses, and collectors since 1987
About Us
Emerald Furniture Restoration Ltd began as a one-bench workshop on Dublin’s northside. Today, our 12-person team is recognised nationwide for museum-grade restoration, combining hand-cut dovetails with laser-guided precision. Whether breathing life into a Georgian sideboard or rejuvenating a contemporary office suite, we honour the story each piece carries.
Our projects span Leinster castles, Galway farmhouses, and boutique hotels along the Wild Atlantic Way. Every commission receives photographic documentation, ensuring transparency and preserving provenance for future generations.
Our Services
From heirloom repairs to full-scale refinishing, our multi-disciplinary artisans deliver solutions that safeguard value and beauty.
Furniture Repair
Structural reinforcement, veneer replacement, and bespoke joinery for both antique and contemporary pieces.
Antique Restoration
Conservation-minded techniques that stabilise delicate components while preserving original patina.
Custom Refinishing
Hand-applied stains, French polishing, spray-booth lacquers, and zero-VOC options tailored to your vision.
Upholstery
Traditional horsehair stuffing, modern foam, leatherwork, and meticulous pattern matching.
On-Site Touch-Ups
Mobile team for hospitality venues and heritage sites, completing minor repairs with zero downtime.
Our Process
Transparency is at the heart of our craft. Here’s how we turn tired furniture into cherished centrepieces.
Assessment
Free in-studio or on-site evaluation including moisture readings, joint stability tests, and finish analysis.
Quotation
Clear scope of work, fixed pricing, and digital approval via DocuSign.
Craft & Repair
Disassembly, part fabrication with FSC-certified timber, and period-accurate joinery.
Finishing
Stain matching, hand-rubbed oils, or water-based lacquers applied in a dust-free booth.
Quality Check
10-point durability test, UV finish inspection, and client walkthrough.
Delivery
White-glove delivery across Ireland with carbon-offset logistics partner.
Sustainability Commitment
Zero-VOC Finishes
93 % of our finishes are water-based, eliminating harmful fumes.
Timber Sourcing
Only FSC and PEFC-certified timber for replacement parts.
Waste Reduction
Wood shavings are pressed into briquettes donated to community heaters.
Energy Efficient Workshop
Powered by 70 % renewable electricity from our rooftop solar array.
Certifications: Green Business Certified 2023 | Irish Woodwork Guild Eco-Award
Before & After Gallery
Victorian mahogany rocking chair – repaired joints & re-caned seat
Oak dining table – water damage removed & French polished
19th-century armoire – missing mouldings replicated & colour matched
What Our Clients Say
“Emerald restored our family’s 200-year-old dresser to museum standard. Astonishing attention to detail!”
Siobhán McCarthy, Ranelagh, Dublin
“Our hotel lobby furniture looks brand new without losing its heritage charm. Five-star service.”
Patrick O’Neill – GM, Liffey Court Hotel, Temple Bar
“They matched the original stain perfectly and completed the job ahead of schedule.”
Fiona Reynolds, Galway City
“The sustainability report they provided gave us peace of mind that our boardroom table got a green makeover.”
Eoin Gallagher, Cork
“From first call to delivery, the team was courteous and transparent. The cedar chest now shines in our hallway.”
Máire Ní Bhraonáin, Limerick
“As a collector, documentation matters. Emerald supplied full photo logs and kept the original maker’s stamp intact.”
Dr. Kevin Daly, Kildare
Meet the Team
Seamus Kelly
Master Restorer & Founder
Specialises in 18th-century joinery and French polishing.
Aisling Byrne
Head Upholsterer
Over 20 years’ experience in heritage fabric sourcing and pattern matching.
Liam O’Dwyer
Sustainability Officer
Drives our green initiatives and material lifecycle tracking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact Us
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Workshop
45 Kildare Street, Suite 5
Dublin, Leinster D02 AF30, Ireland
Phone: +353 1 234 5678
Email: info@
Business Hours:
Mon–Fri 08:00–18:00