ANTIQUE FURNITURE RESTORATION COURSE

 

DURATION OF COURSE
The duration of the course is 70 hours across 10 days, with a minimum of six students.
Previous experience is not necessary.



TIMETABLE

These courses are available at monthly intervals. Please contact me at info@scuoladiaerografo.it or +39 333.8082186 for the next start date.
The course may be available at weekends.




WHAT THE SCHOOL WILL PROVIDE

- Masking tape, glue, wax, shellac
-Spatulas, scrapers, files, brushes, sanding paper

 

MATERIALS TO BRING IN
- Rubber gloves
- Latex gloves
- Masks
- Apron
- Set of small spatulas
- Notebook
- Airtight container
- Linen or cotton rags
- Fine wool rags

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COURSE PROGRAMME
Theoretical aspects include:

Getting to know and to use tools and materials
Timber identification
Glues, waxes, shellac and their uses
Stripping coatings
Colouring with pigments and stains


Practical exercises will include:

Wood surface preparation: stripping and filling.
Variety of colouring techniques: spirit stains and pigments
French polishing with the use of shellac
Wax polishing

Students are welcome to bring a small wooden object for restoration. Please contact the school for details before the course starts.

All projects completed during the course remain the property of the student.

COURSE FEE

The cost of the Course is Eur 1550,00 exclusive of taxes (VAT 21%)
Lodging Service: all courses are available inclusive of accomodation costs (
B&B "Sassarello") on request for all the duration of the course. Price from € 25,00 per person per night

 

 


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