Furniture Restoration and French Polishing - Sydney Course

Work on your own furniture learning the basic processes of stripping, surface preparation, staining and filling. Tutor is a specialist in repairs, restoration, and French polishing.

Macquarie Community College operates from a range of venues across Northern and Western Sydney. We have campuses in Blacktown, Carlingford, Chatswood, Epping, Mt Druitt, Richmond, and Ryde. Enrol now!

Course Outline

Topics covered:

• Stripping
• Preparing of surfaces
• Small repair jobs
• French polishing

Course Outcome

• Students will gain the confidence, skills and knowledge in furniture restoration and french polishing techniques - so that they are able to complete small or large projects at home.

What to Bring

• Confirmation letter
• Pen and paper
• SMALL furniture items eg. coffee table or chair (in good condition and ready for polishing).
• Paint stripper - The preferred one is Polystrip Original that can be purchased from Bunning.  Do not purchase a cheap paint stripper/ low odour stripper. 
• Methylated spirits
• Rags - Recommended: White cotton fibre. Tea-towel size. Bring 2-3 each week.
  *Abrasive paper - Recommended: NOT Wet or Dry. Purchase either aluminium oxide based OR garnet paper (for timber). Can be purchased from Bunnings. Gradings: 120, 180 or 220.

Special Note: Clothing to bring:

• Vinyl gloves
• Apron
• Wear comfortable clothing and well supported (closed-in) shoes

Prerequisite: Desirable

• No previous experience required. Students with basic and advanced skills welcome.

Important Information

• As there is restricted parking, larger item projects will require students to negotiate with others to assist carrying their projects to the class.

Delivery Mode

Classroom based: experienced and engaging trainers will take you through the course material face to face.

Classroom based learning for this course includes:

• Scheduled class times and sessions
• Interaction with your trainer and other students
• Class is held in a large room, using flat tables.
• Class is a mixture of practical work and demonstration.

Please note: Government COVID-19 regulations and recommendations, including appropriate social distancing measures, hand washing and other hygiene protocols will be in place at all times and may result in course delivery changes.

Macquarie Community College operates from a range of venues across Northern and Western Sydney. We have campuses in Blacktown, Carlingford, Chatswood, Epping, Mt Druitt, Richmond, and Ryde. Enrol now!