Dedicated to the Conservation and Restoration of Heritage Woodwork in Period Homes and Historic Buildings

Dedicated to the Conservation and Restoration of Heritage Woodwork in Period Homes and Historic Buildings

Vincent Reed Consultancy | Architectural Conservator and Heritage Woodwork Restoration Specialist

Are you looking for a consultant on heritage woodwork to provide expert advice on caring for and protecting your property? Whether you need to learn more about the historic wood in your period property – or gain invaluable advice during your restoration project, Vincent Reed can help. As an expert consultant for architectural woodwork, Vincent has over thirty years of experience in conserving and restoring period woodwork and joinery.

As an experienced and accredited specialist in the field, Vincent can authentically restore all types of antique wood, preserving your property’s beauty and historic character for generations to come.

Contact Vincent Reed today to book your consultation >

A passion for

preserving Palace history

Architectural conservation enthusiast and talk show host James Heming and historic woodwork conservator, Vincent Reed, meet at Kensington Palace to discuss the restoration and preservation of historical artefacts. As one of the few remaining experts in his field, Vincent shares his passion for preserving history through the art of restoration. Their conversation highlights the challenges and rewards of this important work, ensuring that the treasures of the past continue to inspire and educate future generations.

Preserving Your Home’s History with Confidence

Vincent Reed understands the importance of maintaining the unique history of your home. Whether its structural or ornamental, the maintenance or repair work required can be overwhelming. Vincent’s goal is to help you preserve as much of your building’s heritage as possible while ensuring it works effectively for you and your family as a home.

Trust Vincent Reed to preserve your home’s history and intrinsic value.

Vincent Reed:
Leading UK Heritage Wood Restoration Consultant

Vincent’s passion for the restoration of historic woodwork is exceptional. With over three decades of experience, he has become one of the UK’s most trusted consultants on period properties, ranging from private properties to stately homes, royal palaces, and some of the world’s most important historic buildings.

Throughout his career, Vincent’s wood conservation and restoration expertise has earned him a reputation as one of the leading consultants in the business. He has worked on a variety of prestigious projects, including Grade 1 & 2 listed period family homes, including Buckingham Palace, Kensington Palace, the Tower of London,  Kings College Chapel, Kew Palace, and the Royal Fortress Qasr al-Hosn in Abu Dhabi – and advised on some of the world’s oldest wooden buildings in Ethiopia.

Vincent Reed:
Leading UK Heritage Wood Restoration Consultant

Vincent’s passion for the restoration of historic woodwork is exceptional. With over three decades of experience, he has become one of the UK’s most trusted consultants on period properties, ranging from private properties to stately homes, royal palaces, and some of the world’s most important historic buildings.

Throughout his career, Vincent’s wood conservation and restoration expertise has earned him a reputation as one of the leading consultants in the business. He has worked on a variety of prestigious projects, including Grade 1 & 2 listed period family homes, including Buckingham Palace, Kensington Palace, the Tower of London,  Kings College Chapel, Kew Palace, and the Royal Fortress Qasr al-Hosn in Abu Dhabi – and advised on some of the world’s oldest wooden buildings in Ethiopia.

ADVICE From the Uk’s leading Expert

Vincent Reed’s expertise includes restoring wooden panelling, floors, doors, windows, patina, and staircases to their original condition. Vincent’s ability to work with various types of wood and materials is second to none, and his attention to detail sets him apart.

Why preserve the patina on original flooring?

Vincent Reed explains why he is so passionate about changing the way people approach the restoration of period wooden floors.

French polishing, another dying trade?

Applying the finishing touches to a flood damaged oak door.

Discovering and Dismantling a flooded Grade II listed home

We revealed a moisture reading of 80% and older panels than we first thought.

Behind the scenes in the King’s Drawing Room

Take a tour whilst Vincent and his team restore the wood panelling.

AREAS OF Unrivalled EXPERTISE

Vincent Reed’s expertise includes restoring wooden panelling, floors, doors, windows, patina, and staircases to their original condition. Vincent’s ability to work with various types of wood and materials is second to none, and his attention to detail sets him apart.

Panelling

Staircases

Flooring

Windows

Doors

Patina

“Similar to your most cherished antiques, historic woodwork holds great value and should be treated with reverence, avoiding using any sanding tools.”

Vincent reed

Discover the Art of Restoring Antique Wood

Sympathetic wood restoration is restoring wood in a way that maintains its original character and integrity. It involves using techniques and materials that are sympathetic to the original design and construction of the piece while also addressing any damage or wear that may have occurred over time.

Watch Vincent’s online tutorials to learn how to restore period woodwork while preserving its historical and aesthetic value, ensuring functionality and durability for future use.

How to restore wood without sanding

See Vincent restore this beautiful piece of mahogany sympathetically without using sand paper.

Restoration of stair treads – Circa 1730

See how Vincent Reed and his team restore and reinstate a this beautiful Georgian staircase.

Lifting a floorboard the correct way

How to lift a floorboards evenly using hand tools, to prevent damage.

CONSULTATIONs with vincent reed

With modern technology, you can now bring Vincent into your home or project for a one-to-one consultation. This consultation will allow you to discover and learn about your woodwork’s joinery, historic features, and period fixtures and fittings, including dates, styles, and fashions that are living within its walls.

If you are looking to restore your woodwork and preserve its historical and aesthetic value, call Vincent Reed now to request a consultation.

“Without Vincent’s expert advice and input, this 18th century farmhouse project would have had a very different outcome. I never imagined this wonderfully wavy floor could be restored without losing its superb character and sense of history. Vincent’s knowledge and expertise were fantastic.”

MICHAEL FOLEY, AssocRICS, PDD (Building Cons)

OUR ASSOCIATES | Sustainable Architecture Specialists

Vincent Reed works with a team of architectural specialists, incorporating a wealth of experience into conserving and preserving historic buildings suitable for your project. Vincent’s associates have expertise in advising on environmental conditions, structural engineering, building archaeology, and dendrochronology – to name a few. There are also specialists for restoring antique painted wood murals and other intricate or filigree woodwork details.

If you would like to consult with a specialst, send us an email to let us know your requirement >

Inspiration From our blog

Inspiration and advice in our blog and videos

Meet Vincent Reed
A Global Specialist in Heritage Woodwork Restoration

Vincent Reed is a highly respected specialist in the restoration of historic woodwork. With over 35 years of experience, Vincent has dedicated his career to protecting and preserving all aspects of antique woodwork found in period properties, including royal palaces, monuments, heritage homes, and listed buildings. His extensive knowledge and experience precede him, and he takes great care to use only the most accurate restoration techniques to preserve each piece’s history and value.

Vincent’s expertise has earned him a reputation as one of the foremost authorities on restoring historic woodwork in the UK. He is currently playing a pivotal role in restoring some of the country’s most important heritage buildings, including Buckingham Palace and Kensington Palace, as part of King Charles’ new restoration project which aims to preserve and restore these iconic buildings for future generations.

Vincent’s attention to detail and commitment to using the most authentic restoration techniques make him the ideal choice for similar prestigious projects. Whether you’re restoring a Victorian cottage, a country home, a monument, a heritage propety, or a UK listed building, Vincent’s expertise and passion for preservation will ensure an authentic and beautifully finished project.

In addition to his work on prestigious historic properties and monuments, Vincent Reed is now offering consultations to homeowners who wish to restore and conserve the period or antique wood in their homes. As an accredited specialist in the conservation and restoration of antique woodwork and joinery, Vincent can provide expert advice on the best methods for preserving the character and historical significance of the wood in any heritage building. 

Whether you have an antique staircase that needs refurbishing or a set of period doors that require careful attention, Vincent can help guide you through the process to ensure that your home’s woodwork is preserved authentically. With Vincent’s wealth of knowledge and experience, you can be sure that your heritage home or listed building is in safe and capable hands.

What advice can I get?

You can learn the correct methods used to conserve and restore all aspects of historic joinery, with a focus on the importance of maintaining patina using traditional methods. Vincent specialises in:

  • Sympathetic restoration, repair and refinishing of wood flooring 
  • Conservation and restoration of panelling, staircases, doors and windows

With extensive knowledge of antique furniture, Vincent can identify intricate details, such as period hinges, door handles, decoration and quirky features and types of glass used through the ages.

The benefits

  • An affordable solution to getting expert advice, and alternative to initial onsite consultations
  • Cost saving to your property or project spend by getting the correct advice and preventing incorrect work being carried out
  • Getting a better understanding of your property and learning about its historic features
  • Learning how best to approach the conservation and restoration process
  • Understand complexities that could arise during a project, apply for the correct planning permission and appoint appropriate contractors 
  • Consultations are carried out in any location worldwide all you need is an internet connection
  • More than one person can attend, allowing third parties involved in your building project to attend from any location 
  • A recording of your consultation is available for your reference. So note taking is not necessary during the session which allows you to fully focus and enjoy

How virtual consultations work

  • Contact us via email at info@vincentreed.com and we will call you for an initial chat to find out more details and schedule your appointment.
  • The consultation will take place on your mobile device or laptop, and therefore a good internet connection is advised. 
  • Consultations can be carried out via Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, WhatsApp or Facetime, at a convenient time that suits you.
  • It is advisable to send a few images prior to your consultation, in order to gather as much accurate information as possible.
  • Virtually show Vincent around your property or the property you are working on and ask any number of questions.
  • Your virtual consultation can be recorded. Vincent will share a link to the recording which you can download and recount at any time.
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