Furniture Repair & Restoration Workshop
In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn essential techniques to repair, restore, and revitalise timber furniture. Perfect for beginners and DIY enthusiasts, the course guides you through fixing wobbly chairs, replacing missing parts, and refreshing surfaces to breathe new life into preloved or reclaimed pieces.
Under the guidance of an experienced tutor, you’ll work with tools like hand tools, power sanders, and heat guns, gaining the confidence to transform tired furniture into functional and beautiful pieces you can proudly use again. Participants are encouraged to bring a small item to restore during the class.
Course Outline
- Safety procedures and workshop housekeeping
- Using glues, waxes, and polishing techniques
- Repairing joints and using woodworking tools
- Refining metal fittings for a refreshed look
Schedule & Pricing
- Session 1: 28 March 2026, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm at 7 Prospect Road, Summer Hill NSW 2131
- Session 2: 25 April 2026, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm (Inactive session)
- Price: $269 per participant
Details
You will learn
- Repair and restore timber furniture with hand and power tools
- Fix joints and replace missing or damaged parts
- Apply finishes with glues, waxes, and polishes
You will get
- Hands-on experience restoring a furniture piece
- Guidance from an expert tutor
- Confidence to take on future DIY furniture projects
Appropriate for
DIY enthusiasts, beginners in woodworking, homeowners, upcyclers, and anyone interested in restoring furniture.
Preparation
What to bring
- 1–2 small items to restore (e.g. chair or coffee table)
- Old clothes and closed-in shoes
- Lunch or money to buy from nearby cafes
What to wear
Wear old clothes, closed-in shoes, no jewellery; tie back long hair
Your Teacher
Sydney Community College
Sydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors.
The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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