
Original staircases are often one of the most impressive features within a period property. Over time, bannisters and handrails can become worn, damaged or lose their original beauty, but careful restoration can bring them back to life while preserving the character of your home.
I provide professional bannister and handrail restoration services throughout London, using traditional restoration techniques to repair, refresh and enhance wooden staircase features. With years of experience in antique restoration and French polishing, I carefully restore each staircase with exceptional attention to detail.
I work with homeowners, property owners and interior designers across Chelsea, Mayfair, Kensington, Belgravia, Knightsbridge and surrounding areas, helping preserve the elegance of some of London's finest properties.

Every staircase is unique, which is why I take a careful and considered approach to each restoration project. I assess the condition of the timber, identify the most suitable restoration methods and complete the work with the highest level of care. Whether your staircase has suffered from everyday wear or simply requires refreshing, I can restore its appearance while maintaining its original character.
My bannister and handrail restoration services include:

Restoring staircase features requires experience, patience and an understanding of traditional woodworking techniques. I provide a personal service built around quality workmanship, attention to detail and a genuine respect for original craftsmanship.
When you choose my services, you can expect:
Every project is completed with the same commitment to excellence, whether restoring a small handrail or a complete staircase feature.

I provide bannister and handrail restoration throughout Chelsea, Mayfair, Kensington, Belgravia, Knightsbridge, Hampstead, Richmond, Holland Park, St John's Wood, Notting Hill and the surrounding areas.
If you're located elsewhere within Greater London, I would be happy to discuss your restoration requirements.
If your bannisters or handrails require professional restoration, I can help bring them back to their original beauty. From traditional repairs to complete refinishing, I provide a reliable service tailored to your property and requirements.
Contact me today for a free quotation and expert advice.
Phone: 07496 181242
Email: raymondsharpless52@gmail.com
Opening Hours: Monday – Sunday: 7:30am – 9:00pm
I restore a wide range of fine furniture, treasured family heirlooms, valuable antiques and architectural woodwork. Every piece is individually assessed to ensure the most appropriate restoration techniques are used while respecting its age, character and history.
Yes. My approach is centred around sympathetic restoration, using traditional techniques wherever appropriate. The aim is not to make an antique look new, but to carefully restore its beauty and functionality while preserving the qualities that make it unique.
Yes. Alongside private homeowners, I regularly work with collectors and interior designers who require a high standard of craftsmanship and attention to detail for individual pieces, collections and interior projects.
I provide specialist antique restoration throughout London, including Chelsea, Mayfair, Kensington, Belgravia, Knightsbridge, Hampstead, Richmond, Holland Park and Notting Hill, as well as many surrounding areas.
From the initial consultation through to completion, the service was professional and reliable. The attention to detail on our handrails and bannisters was exceptional, and the finished result has completely elevated the entrance of our home.
We wanted to restore rather than replace the original staircase in our Victorian home, and we are so pleased we did. The workmanship was excellent, and the restored finish perfectly matches the style and age of the property.
The restoration of our original wooden staircase has made a remarkable difference to our home. The bannisters and handrails look stunning, while still keeping the character of the property intact. The quality of work was outstanding.
Whether you have a treasured family heirloom in need of careful restoration, a valuable antique requiring specialist attention, or a piece of fine furniture you’d like to bring back to life, I’d be delighted to discuss your requirements.