Have you ever looked at that old piece of furniture at home and thought, “I’d love to restore this, but I have no idea where to start”? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Restoring antique furniture seems like a monumental task, but with a little patience and the right tools, you can totally do it! And that’s where we come in.
At La Barbacana, we don’t just restore antique furniture—we also share our knowledge through furniture restoration courses. That’s right, we’re here to teach you all the secrets of restoration, from the basics to the advanced techniques we use in our workshop.
What will you learn in our restoration courses?
We know that when you’re just starting out, restoring furniture can seem more complicated than assembling flat-pack furniture from Ikea (yes, we know, those instructions…). But with our courses, everything will become much clearer. We take you step by step through the entire process so you can bring that forgotten piece of furniture back to life without losing your mind.
What can you expect to learn?
- Cleaning and preservation techniques: Because before you do anything, you need to know how to clean and protect the piece without damaging it.
- Structural consolidation: That old wardrobe wobbling like a shaky bar stool needs to be stabilized before any touch-ups.
- Piece reintegration: We’ll teach you how to fill in cracks and missing parts with materials that respect the original. No sketchy fixes here!
- Polychromy and finishes: This is where the artistic part comes in. You’ll learn how to restore the original color and shine to each piece—without overdoing it, of course.
What do you need to start?
Absolutely nothing! Well, maybe just a piece of furniture that you’re attached to and want to rescue from its sad fate of being forgotten in the attic. Our restoration courses are designed for both beginners and those who have some experience but want to perfect their techniques.
Plus, you can take the course online from the comfort of your home (yes, in your pajamas if you like!) or join us in person at our workshop in Madrid. There are no excuses not to give those pieces a second chance at life.
Why choose our courses?
Aside from the fact that we love sharing our passion for restoration, our courses are practical and accessible. You won’t find boring theory here that makes you want to take a nap. You’ll be hands-on with your projects from day one. Plus, you’ll benefit from the expertise of professional restorers who have years of experience bringing historical pieces back to life.
If that’s not enough to convince you, you can also check out some of our projects on social media and see for yourself what we do. I promise that after watching a couple of transformations, you’ll want to start right away!
Sign up and start restoring today
So, if you’ve got that old piece of furniture that’s been staring at you for years begging for help, this is your moment. Sign up for our courses, both online and in person, and give those pieces the restoration they deserve.
And don’t forget to follow us on social media for more tips and tricks! Find us on Instagram: @labarbacana sl and YouTube: @labarbacanasl, where we share videos and tips to help you become a true expert.
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