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Guided Restoration

Restore your own furniture or work on a personal project with a professional craftsman by your side.

A hands-on alternative to full-service restoration — for those who want to be part of the process.

What to expect from the sessions

In these hands-on classes, you will explore a wide range of restoration and woodworking techniques, from patching wood or veneer to traditional gluing and finishing methods.

You bring a piece of furniture or an object that matters to you. Together, we assess its condition, plan the steps, and work through the restoration process with professional guidance.

No prior experience is required.

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How It Works

Each session lasts three hours and is held in small groups of up to four people.

Please send us a picture of the object you wish to work on. We will advise how many hours it might take, and if we can not accommodate your request, we will offer you a similar object from the workshop to practice skills

You’ll receive individual guidance, working at your own pace
and progressing week by week.

All levels are welcome – from beginners to experienced woodworkers.

Restoration Sessions Schedule

Choose your package

After your purchase, we’ll contact you to schedule your sessions

*Annual insurance fee: €70
All sessions are subject to availability

When booking for the first time, we kindly ask you to send us an image
of the piece you want to bring

Have any questions?

Text us via WhatsApp

What to Bring

Each participant brings a small or medium-sized piece of furniture to restore or transform. Please send a photo of your item before booking so our tutors can assess the time required or suggest an alternative project.

All essential tools are provided, except paintbrushes. Participants borrowing brushes must clean them after use, or an additional fee may apply.

A Space That Inspires Creation

See where people bring their old furniture back to life

Ready to restore your piece of furniture?

Book a Guided Restoration session

Visit the Workshop

Address

R. Rainha Santa Isabel, 9 A, Almada, Portugal 2805-169

Hours

10 am – 9 pm

Come for a course, a restoration session, or simply to talk about your furniture and ideas.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need experience?
Can I bring my own tools?
How long can I keep attending?

No, all levels are welcome.

You can, but everything essential is provided.

As long as you wish – progress at your own pace.

Holiday Breaks

The workshop will be closed on the following dates:

  • Dec 24, 2025 – Jan 4, 2026 (Christmas & New Year)

  • Feb 17, 2026 (Carnival)

  • Apr 3 – 5, 2026 (Easter)


    Red House Restorations is also closed on public holidays.