Repair & restoration care

Antique and vintage chandelier restoration in London

Antique chandelier restoration begins with understanding the fitting’s materials, construction and condition. We assess the issue, explain what can be addressed, and agree a careful repair scope before work proceeds.

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The repair conversation

Preserve what can be preserved.

We work with homeowners, designers, hospitality teams, property managers and heritage clients who need a chandelier understood before it is altered. The first visit establishes what has happened, what is safe, and which parts of the work should be carried out on site.

Repair may involve a loose or broken decorative element, damaged glass or crystal, worn metalwork, a problem with the suspension, or a fitting that needs a closer technical review. We explain the scope in plain terms and separate essential work from optional restoration.

The working sequence

A repair should make the next decision clearer.

01
Record the condition
We examine the fitting, note visible damage and ask about its history, recent movement, cleaning, installation or electrical symptoms.
02
Make the room safe
We protect the surrounding space and identify any component that should not be handled, energised or moved until the repair approach is agreed.
03
Reach the detail
Where height requires it, PASMA qualified specialists can assemble and erect scaffold towers for stable access to the chandelier and its suspension.
04
Repair with restraint
We work on the agreed issue, taking care around crystal, hand-blown glass, Murano, antique metalwork, brass, chrome, nickel and gold finishes.
05
Check the result
We review the repaired area in context, explain any remaining limitations and set out the aftercare or follow-on work that would protect the fitting.

Material knowledge

Repair starts with recognition.

Crystal and fine glass may need a decision between stabilising, replacing or preserving a component, depending on condition and design.

Hand-blown and Murano glass are not interchangeable generic parts; their shape, colour and finish are part of the repair conversation.

Antique metalwork can carry patina and evidence of earlier care, so aggressive polishing or replacement is never assumed to be the answer.

Brass, chrome, nickel and gold finishes are protected while work is carried out, with the visible finish considered alongside the function.

A considered repair preserves the fitting.

An unsuitable adhesive, forced fitting or unexamined electrical change can create a larger problem later. We take a measured view, protect the object and the room, and explain when a repair needs further specialist input before it proceeds.

A closer look

Care shaped around the chandelier.

Antique chandelier restoration in London, guided by condition

Restoration may involve cleaning, repair to metalwork, attention to damaged or missing decorative parts, or an assessment of wiring. The appropriate work depends on the chandelier’s construction, history and present condition. We explain the proposed scope and distinguish cleaning from repair before proceeding.

For electrical work, an electrician is involved where required. PASMA-qualified access is planned for elevated work, with delicate glass, crystal and antique finishes handled in keeping with the fitting.

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Questions, answered

Before the visit.

Can a broken crystal or glass piece be repaired?

The answer depends on the damage, the piece and the chandelier’s design. We assess whether it should be stabilised, replaced, preserved or referred for a more specific intervention.

Can chandelier repairs be done on site?

Some repairs can be planned on site, especially where access and the condition of the fitting allow it. If a component needs separate handling, we explain that in the scope before work begins.

Do you repair antique chandeliers?

Yes, antique fittings and metalwork are assessed with attention to their age, finish, construction and history. We aim to preserve character while addressing the practical issue.

How long does chandelier repair take?

It depends on what is damaged, whether a part needs sourcing or further assessment, and how much access is required. We give a clear next step once the condition is understood.

How much does chandelier repair cost?

Repair is quoted after the fitting and issue have been assessed. The price reflects access, protection, materials, the condition of the chandelier and the agreed scope.

A considered next step

Discuss the room and fitting.

Please tell us where the chandelier is, what it is made from, and what work is required. We will clarify access and protection requirements and prepare a clear quotation.

Request a quotation

Speak to the team

07459 656790 020 4584 3233 020 4520 8284

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