Professional fine art services

Fine Art Restoration & Appraisals

Items require varying degrees of conservation and restoration. Your artwork is assessed and sent to the individual conservator best suited to it — we work with some of Canada’s best art restorers, many of whom hold Master’s degrees in art restoration or are museum trained.

Contact us for a free consultation and quote on restoration or appraisal work.

Art Restoration

Oils, acrylics, watercolours, mixed media, old documents, and photos.

  • Cleaning and/or restoration of oils and acrylics
  • Relining canvases if necessary
  • Cosmetic treatment where pigment is absent or flaking (re-adhesion)
  • De-acidification and repairs of important and/or cherished documents
  • Appropriate re-varnishing
  • Restoration and conservation of old photos and other works on paper
  • Repairs to sculptures and old picture frames
Request a restoration quote

Art & Antique Appraisals

For insurance, estate, and other legal requirements:

  • Paintings & drawings
  • Documents
  • Pottery & sculptures
  • Antiques & antique furniture
Book an appraisal

Typical fees

What to expect to pay

House calls

Lower Mainland — Hope to Squamish — $50.00 to $75.00 + GST.

Appraisals, 1–5 items

$50.00 + GST per item.

Appraisals, 6–10 items

$40.00 + GST per item.

Appraisals, 11+ items

$30.00 + GST per item.


How it works

From first call to finished work

1. Free initial consultation

Contact us to describe your piece and your needs. We’ll advise on next steps at no charge — by phone or by email.

2. House call or pickup

We offer pickup and delivery throughout the Lower Mainland, from Hope to Squamish.

3. Written report or restoration

Appraisals are delivered as a formal written report. Restorations are assessed and sent to the conservator best suited to the item.