Upholstery and Furniture Restoration
If you have an item of furniture that you would like to renovate, and you have a practical nature then this course will be suitable for you.
Items may include something you already have at home or that you may find at auction, or in second-hand shops, on the internet or even at the local tip!
If you have not done anything in this subject before you are advised to choose a project that is simple to begin with.
For more detailed course information please contact the ACL office on 01803 540865, or email [email protected].
Course Details
- You should have a genuine interest in this subject
The course content is flexible and dependent on the choice of your project. A wide range of practical skills can be catered for including upholstery; polishing; caning; wood preparation and minor repairs; veneering; gilding; and shabby chic techniques.
You will learn by completing practical tasks following tutor demonstrations and through reinforcement. By increasing the complexity of your project work you will continually add to your knowledge.
You will develop the skills and knowledge to confidentially restore other types of furniture at home.
The items of furniture you choose to work on can be modern, antique, or recycled.
Materials for your projects are available to purchase at reasonable prices and are not part of the enrolment fee.
Course Applications
Please choose your preferred study option below (subject to change).
This course costs: £93.50
If the amount shown is more than £0.00 and you are aged 19 and over at the start of the course, you may have options to help fund your studies with us. The funding you can receive depends on your personal circumstances, and could mean you are entitled to fully subsidised or reduced tuition fees.
Many of our courses are fully funded for 16-18 year olds however not all courses are available for this age group.
You may also be entitled to support with travel, childcare and equipment.
To find out exactly what you could receive, contact our Helpzone team on 08000 380 123 for a free, impartial appointment, with no commitment necessary.
This course costs: £93.50
If the amount shown is more than £0.00 and you are aged 19 and over at the start of the course, you may have options to help fund your studies with us. The funding you can receive depends on your personal circumstances, and could mean you are entitled to fully subsidised or reduced tuition fees.
Many of our courses are fully funded for 16-18 year olds however not all courses are available for this age group.
You may also be entitled to support with travel, childcare and equipment.
To find out exactly what you could receive, contact our Helpzone team on 08000 380 123 for a free, impartial appointment, with no commitment necessary.
This course costs: £93.50
If the amount shown is more than £0.00 and you are aged 19 and over at the start of the course, you may have options to help fund your studies with us. The funding you can receive depends on your personal circumstances, and could mean you are entitled to fully subsidised or reduced tuition fees.
Many of our courses are fully funded for 16-18 year olds however not all courses are available for this age group.
You may also be entitled to support with travel, childcare and equipment.
To find out exactly what you could receive, contact our Helpzone team on 08000 380 123 for a free, impartial appointment, with no commitment necessary.
Studying an Adult Community Learning course allowed me to learn new skills from experienced tutors and develop my hobby further. I really enjoyed every part of it.Stephen Wilks-Brown
