BURMA DESIGN ANTIQUE RESTORATION & CONSERVATION

Our conversation and visit with Matt with the tea table in tow went very well. He is very knowledgable and pleasant to work with. I felt comfortable that he would restore the table the way we wanted without stripping off all the finish. The work is being done now so you will need to ask me again when I have the finished product.

I recently inherited a century old roll-top desk which needed a variety of repairs - both structural and cosmetic. Matt had quite a backlog when I contacted him; this may be due to his very meticulous approach to all aspects the restoration process. My patience was rewarded with delivery of the final product - beautiful to look at and structurally sound. I believe the most difficult part was the complete dis-assembly, restoration and reassembly of the Tambour. This is the part of the desk which actually "rolls" - comprised of many precisely aligned horizontal slats. I would certainly return to Burma Design if I were to come into possession of a similarly valuable piece of furniture in need of restoration.

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Was extremely personable from the start, and very clear about what he could and could not do (couldn't pick up or deliver the furniture, could do the work, but in a certain time frame, if I sent photos, etc). Upon visiting his shop I decided I loved this business. Great location, furniture in every nook and a fabulous Australian sheepdog for company (don't worry, he's well behaved and has a crate). 
Even though this was not an antique table, and not even that fancy, just a homemade piece made with loving care by a relative, Matt generously agreed to do the work. He fought UPS tooth and nail to help me get my money back. I am so very grateful. And the table functions wonderfully and looks beautiful. Highly recommended!!

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I feel fortunate to have found Matt, shortly after relocating to Cambridge.  Although, he has a backlog of projects, he was willing to put my drawer in the queue because it was small & wouldn't take up space.
He was up front about the time it would take for him to get to the project, but he fixed the drawer beautifully.
Matt is enthusiastic, passionate and a true craftsman.  And, he has a fine four-legged partner, Cisco, who is certain to greet you with a friendly tail-wag.
Finally, if you have any interest in fishing, you'll also enjoy chatting with Matt, as he is also enthusiastic & passionate about fishing.

Couldn't have gone better. Matt is a very trustworthy individual and down to earth. A real find.