PIANO FRENCH POLISHING IN LONDON
London Pianos offers a specialist French polishing service for antique pianos, using the only traditional polish finish that can genuinely enhance both the appearance and value of a piano. French polishing is renowned for its depth, warmth, and ability to showcase the natural beauty of fine wood.
This process is highly skilled and time-intensive, and is best entrusted to experienced professionals. French polishing involves the careful application of shellac, worked into the piano cabinet in controlled circular or figure-of-eight motions and built up gradually over multiple layers. We also use pumice to fill minor imperfections and create a smooth, flawless surface, before finishing with a light application of natural oils—such as walnut or olive oil—to achieve a deep, lustrous sheen.
Our technicians use traditional French polishing techniques to bring out the richness of the wood while providing lasting protection. Each piano is treated with exceptional care to ensure a consistent, high-quality finish across every surface.
Our highly trained cabinet specialists have an exacting eye for detail and guarantee a professional finish with no missed areas. French polishing is a meticulous craft that requires time, patience, and expertise—qualities our team brings to every project.
We can safely transport your upright or grand piano to our workshop, where it will be polished to the highest standards, restoring its elegance and giving it a beautiful, refined glow.
