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Furniture Restoration and French Polishing

Course Overview

Learn the craftsmanship of Furniture Restoration and French Polishing! This hands-on course offers you the opportunity to work on your own furniture, guiding you through fundamental processes such as stripping, surface preparation, staining, filling, and the art of French polishing.

Led by a specialist in repairs, restoration, and French polishing, this course provides theoretical understanding with a core focus on practical skills. Whether you are a hobbyist looking to revive antique pieces or someone eager to delve into the practice of furniture restoration, this course is tailored to meet your needs.

Unlock the secrets of preserving and beautifying your furniture, and gain the skills required to breathe new life into your cherished pieces. Join us on a journey of craftsmanship and restoration!

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!

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What you will learn

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 you need to know

Entry requirements

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

What you need to provide

  • 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 Bunnings. 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

Other information

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

Coming soon

There are currently no classes scheduled for this course.

Please check back later as classes are added regularly or get in touch for more information.

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Delivery Mode

To meet the needs of our students Macquarie Community College balances delivery and engagement across permanent, regular and temporary delivery sites and offer face-to-face, remote zoom classes and self-paced learning options.

Ways to Study

  • On campus

Our college campus locations are:

    • Blacktown
    • Chatswood
    • Carlingford
    • Epping
    • Ryde
    • Mt Druitt
  • Virtual classroom
  • Complete workplace training
  • Combine ways to study

FAQ

How you got questions? Please see our comprehensive FAQ page for everything you need to know about Macquarie Community College, our policies, student support, application and enrolment procedures.

How to Enrol

Step 1 - Choose Your Course

  • Select the non-accredited short course you are interested in.
  • Find a day and time that suits your schedule.

Note: Enrolment is open to anyone 18 years or older.

Step 2 - Enrol and Verify

  • Click ‘Enrol Now’ after selecting your course and schedule.
  • Enter your details on the enrolment page.
  • Verify your email through a secure link sent to your email address.
  • Complete the secure checkout and payment process.

Ensure you read the Terms and Conditions available at: Macquarie Community College Terms and Conditions. For assistance, call customer service at 1300 845 888.

Step 3 - Receive Your Enrolment Details

  • You will receive an immediate enrolment confirmation email upon successful enrolment. Check and read the attached Terms and Conditions.
  • The payer of the enrolment will receive a tax invoice immediately after processing.
  • You will receive a course reminder email a day before your class begins.
  • For Online Zoom classes, a Zoom link and password will be emailed the day before class. Use the same link and password for subsequent sessions if applicable.