About Us

Since 1986 we have been passionate about restoration and preservation. We're industry practiced specialists that enjoy helping our customers find the products required to get the best results.

Over 3,000 Product Lines

A huge range of stock, across a wide range of product groups

Next Day Delivery

Free next day delivery on orders over £80

Curated Collections

We're proud to stock the world's foremost heritage brands and products

Two Generations, One Passion

After being a highly esteemed Antique Restorer for 20 years, Westie Mitchell turned his attention to the difficulties faced by many in the industry; how to get the materials and consumables needed quickly, economically and without minimum order. In 2005 Rest Express was born and became one of the industry leading suppliers of fine woodworking products. In 2019, Sam Mitchell took over the business from his father, changing the name to Restorate, but very much maintaining our commitment to our customers, and the wider industry.

Our Journey

The Apprentice
1983

The Apprentice

Westie Mitchell starts his apprenticeship.
Forum Antiques
1986

Forum Antiques

Westie Mitchell begins his journey.
Rest Express
2005

Rest Express

Rest Express Founded
Generational Shift
2019

Generational Shift

Sam Mitchell takes over Rest Express from his father Westie, and rebrands as Restorate.

Sustainability Through Preservation

We believe that looking after something that was designed to last for generations is the most pure form of sustainability. Preserving is synonymous with sustaining.  Our aim is to inspire our customers to live sustainably through the preservation of traditional skills and furniture restoration.

RESTORE. MAKE. CREATE.

Our Philosophy

  • Quality Products

    The products we stock at Restorate have been tried and tested by us and the professionals that use them on a daily basis. If we get bad feedback on a product, we discontinue it.

  • Passing of knowledge

    Nobody starts with all the knowledge, and in our industry there is a lot of trial and error. Having had practical experience, Sam and the team are available to take your call and advise you on techniques and best practice.

  • Inspiring our customers

    With many traditional skills becoming obsolete, our mission is to inspire our customers to give restoration and preservation a go, and we'll be there to help along the way.

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