Client reviews
Sarah U.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
"In November 2025 we asked various furniture shops in Wellington if they could repair two cane chairs the seats of which had given way. No one could do it but Stax furniture suggested Jake at A1 Furniture. We were extremely pleased with the work he did which was quite complex as the chairs whilst looking the same were hand made and therefore took more time to repair. Jake also agreed to have the chairs repaired before Christmas which was an added bonus. After number one success we took a drop sided table to Jake and it has come back looking better than it ever did! Next will be upholstery! We have found working with A1 furniture a pleasure. Quotes are clearly presented, completion of work is on time, photo’s sent when work is complete and most of all great workmanship. We have already recommended A1 Furniture to our friends".
Sarah and Val Upland
Jill W.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
"I am absolutely WRAPPED with my cabinet - it has come up beautifully and now that it's in place I am even more thrilled. Please convey to your team - a huge thank you for such excellent work to bring this cabinet to how I dreamed I would like it. Ask them to pat yourself on the back for your commitment, safe delivery and workmanship overall - would recommend you all highly."
Jill Wood
Jill Wood
Debbie J.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
"Amazing results. Highly recommend A1 Furniture, who recently shortened a Rimu table and TV cabinet to fit the allocated areas. I then decided to have the offcuts from both pieces made into a hall and coffee table. Exceptional and professional work. Their friendly prompt communication and wonderful service make the whole process so easy".
Debbie Jones
Debbie Jones
Sonja E.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
"Pat & Jake you are legends! I gave you an unloved Scotch chest that had belonged to my great -grandparents and had lived in a shed for the last 55 years, with the brief of giving it a second chance. You brought it back to life in a way that respectfully revealed the beauty of the wood, as well as the shape and form, beyond what I thought possible. Your craftsmanship, passion and skill are second to none. Thank you".
Jan Sheppard
Jan Sheppard
Rose e.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
"I would like to compliment the team for the incredible skill, workmanship and attention to detail when restoring my dining room furniture and restoring and re-upholstering my lounge suite.The rimu dining and coffee tables look fantastic and with the matte finish recommended, now look better than the day I purchased them.The lounge suite has been transformed from a total disaster to an amazing piece of furniture, which not only looks great but with new foam squabs is so comfortable as well. Nothing was too much trouble for the team and they were only too happy to provide a heap of fabric samples for me to choose from. The team's friendly disposition has made doing business with A1 Furniture a real pleasure".
Rose Elsmore
Jane M.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
"Due to a recent apartment fire, my treasured antique mahogany display cabinet suffered major exterior blistering and smoke damage. A1 were assigned the restoration task by the insurance company. The transformation of this beautiful piece, back to its former glory, is completely astonishing. Without hesitation, I would highly recommend A1 to anyone seeking the services of truly gifted craftsmen.Thanks again A1."
Jane McKenzie - Thorndon
hugh r.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
"Penelope and I would like to thank you for the way in which this work has been arranged, the excellent workmanship, and the prompt completion of the work. While we hope we won't need further repairs, we will certainly be contacting you if we do.
(Response to repair work on an Antique display cabinet with metal detailing & an Antique chest of drawers, with contrast veneer edging)".
Hugh Rennie
Hugh Rennie
Sonja E.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
"Pat & Jake did what can only be described as an outstanding restoration job some pieces of my furniture. A warped and very worn large round table returned in perfect condition. Two old and rather beat up Parker Knoll chairs were restored and upholstered to look as though they had just emerged from the mid-century High Wycombe factory, and an old Rimu bookcase is now in mint condition. The craftsmanship of these two is of a rare high quality. I cannot recommend them highly enough."
Sonja Easterbrook-Smith
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