TimberRevive BristolChair Structural Repair and Re-Gluing
For wobbly dining chairs, loose armchairs, and rocking frames. We knock apart loose mortise-and-tenon or dowel joints, clean away failed animal or PVA glue, and re-bond using structural polyurethane or aliphatic resin under heavy sash clamps. Chairs return rigid, level, and safe to sit on.
What is included
- ✓Full joint disassembly where needed
- ✓Complete removal of brittle glue residue
- ✓Split tenon and loose dowel reinforcement
- ✓Sash clamp curing under controlled pressure
- ✓Frame squaring and four-point levelling
- ✓Under-leg felt pad installation
Request a timber repair quote
Fill in the details below. We review the job and contact you within 4 hours during working days.
How we get your furniture sorted
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1
Joint knock-down
Tap apart loose joints using dead-blow mallets without bruising the surrounding timber.
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2
Tenon scraping
Clean old glue residue down to sound timber fibers using cabinet scrapers.
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3
Epoxy or resin assembly
Inject high-strength wood glue, realign the frame, and secure with corner blocks.
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Sash clamping and test
Clamp the chair true on a level granite bed for a minimum of 4 hours.
Questions about this service
Can you just inject glue without taking the chair apart?
No, glue injected over dry, crystallized old glue fails within weeks; the joint must be opened and scraped first.
What if a leg is split completely in half?
We run an internal biscuit or beech dowel through the break line, glue with epoxy, and blend the crack with wax touch-up.
Can you repair broken cane or rush seats?
We handle timber frame repairs and structural rails only; we do not weave cane or rush seating.
Why Bristol clients trust our timber repairs
Dismantling loose joints, cleaning old animal glue, and clamping tight.
Safety restored
Eliminates the sudden collapse hazard of loose dining or office chairs.
Squeak and wobble removal
Joints are locked solid, stopping the racking motion that ruins timber sockets.
Batch discounts available
Restoring sets of six or eight dining chairs at once reduces the unit cost.
Need a piece of timber furniture fixed?
Send us two clear photos of the damage along with your postcode. We will call you back within 4 business hours with an honest assessment and starting price.