At M.A. King Antiques, restoration is more than a service — it’s a form of storytelling. Every scratch, chip, or faded finish tells a chapter of history, and Anstey King has spent decades learning how to let those stories shine again without erasing their past.
Inside the Petersburg workshop, the scent of old oak and linseed oil fills the air. A Georgian sideboard waits beside a Victorian armchair, each receiving patient, skilled attention. “You can’t rush restoration,” Anstey often says. “If it took 150 years for a piece to age, it deserves a few weeks of care.”
His process begins with research — identifying the wood species, hardware, and finish style authentic to the item’s period. Then, using traditional hand tools and natural materials, he restores structural integrity before reviving the surface to its original glow. No shortcuts. No modern sprays. Only craftsmanship and respect.
The result? Pieces that retain their authenticity while being strong enough to live another century. Customers often remark that M.A. King Antiques “makes furniture breathe again.”
If you own a family heirloom that deserves a second life, bring it in for a consultation. Whether it’s a dining table scarred by generations of Sunday dinners or a forgotten mirror found in a barn, M.A. King Antiques can bring its beauty — and its story — back to light.