Limed oak furniture refers to furniture made from oak wood that has been treated with a liming wax or paste. This process involves applying a mixture of wax and white pigment to the surface of the oak, which fills in the pores and grains of the wood with a white or light-coloured finish. The liming process was traditionally used to highlight the natural grain of the oak while also creating a protective layer that would prevent the wood from absorbing dirt and moisture. Today, limed oak furniture is often seen as a classic and timeless design element that can add a touch of elegance and sophist ..read more

William IV furniture is from the era of when King William was on the throne in England from 1830 to 1837 and although it was a short period some very nice pieces of antique furniture were made in fine timbers with unusual features. William IV furniture displayed decorative features similar to the Regency design but with slightly more decoration. Carvings like claw animal feet and beautiful figured woods were used like Rosewood and Mahogany. It is a very nice period to collect as quality was a big factor in the construction and so pieces were built to last ..read more

Arts and Crafts Furniture date from the late 19th and early 20th century and are made by hand in Oak and Walnut timbers. Antique Arts and Crafts furniture was a movement caused by cabinet makers looking to keep to their traditional values and craftsmanship when building furniture. In reaction to the often heavy appearance of furniture of the mid-Victorian period, William Morris created the setting for the Arts and Crafts movement (Arts & Crafts was about simple lines and quality antique furniture). In 1888 the Arts and Crafts Exhibition Society held its first exhibition. The most ..read more

The Antique linen press has been made throughout the late 18th and 19th century. The most sought after is the Georgian linen press as this is made from the finest quality timbers including solid Mahogany. The Victorian cabinet maker produced smaller versions called a press cupboard. Superb Quality Antique Regency Linen Press SOLD Read more Quality Mahogany Antique Georgian Press Cupboard SOLD Read more Spectacular Figured Mahogany Antique Victorian Linen Press SOLD Read more Stunning Antique Georgian Mahogany Bow Front Linen Press SOLD Read more Spectacular Regency Rich Golden ..read more

Satinwood was a very expensive timber used in the 18th century and was often used to create decorative veneer patterns in antique furniture. Satinwood originates from the West and East Indies and was imported into Britain by firms such as Gillows. This timber was used for making and veneering furniture in the Georgian period by cabinet makers such as Hepplewhite. It was also widely used in late 19th Century Edwardian and Victorian furniture. As Satinwood is such a lovely golden warm colour with a close grain, it was perfect to French polish to a high sheen. This superb timber can be seen in qu ..read more

Antique chair styles changed throughout the 18th, 19th and 20th century and below we list the different styles, designs in a comprehensive list from A – Z with pictures. You can use this for identification along with discovering the different the names.  Antiques world also offer quality antique chairs for sale and you can see our full selection here. All our antiques are professionally cleaned and restored using a high quality furniture wax whilst enhancing the original finish and patina. Armchair – A comfortable chair that has been upholstered with arms. These were first made in the 19t ..read more

When you buy new metal fittings, they can often look too shiny and garish but there is a very simple way to age and patina Copper or Brass along with other metal such as mild steel. Priory polishes has developed a cold patination, antiquing fluid ideal for this purpose and it is extremely simple to use. It is used for ageing Copper and ageing Brass whilst leaving an antique looking patina, so is perfect when dealing with metals that you want to achieve that ‘antique look’. Guide on how to Age and Patina Copper or Brass Below is a simple guide on how to Patina Copper or age Brass. This also wor ..read more

Every antique furniture enthusiast has heard of the name Gillows of Lancaster, due to the very high standard of craftsmanship and unique design of the pieces of furniture they constructed. Robert Gillow was the founder of Gillows and began cabinet making and finishing furniture from 1731 onwards after he had finished his apprenticeship as a joiner and cabinet maker. He actually became a Freeman of Lancaster in the year 1728 and went into business partnership with George Haresnape. He had two sons who joined him in his business, Richard and Robert. These two sons expanded the business to London ..read more

Below is our guide how to care and look after your antique furniture correctly. We highly recommend you study this carefully to fully understand the correct conditions to preserve and protect your pieces so you can pass them down to your future generations in the best possible condition. The patina on the surface of antique furniture builds up over many years (sometimes it takes hundreds of years) and even with old marks and damage; it is part of the character and charm, so adds to the value of a piece of furniture and should be preserved at all costs. Waxing antique furniture Waxing  ..read more

Different Antique Furniture Terminology From A to Z. Below is a list of terminology very often used in antique furniture in alphabetical order. This will be very helpful if you are interested in antiques and want to learn and understand the styles and construction. Although some of the terminology may be confusing it is helpful to read them below and then view our antique furniture for sale so you can put a picture to the different words.   Amboyna Amboyna is a type of wood from south east Asia usually a reddish-brown in colour with a curled and mottled grain and was used for veneers in ..read more