A Guide to Enlisting Art Conservation Services in London

1. A Guide to Enlisting Art Conservation Services in London

2. Culture lovers are spoiled for choice when it comes to seeking out art conservation services in London. As home to countless masterpieces housed in the city's museums and galleries, there will always be an opportunity to seek out a painting cleaning in London, or indeed a more significant restoration service. Simon Gillespie, a gallery in Bond Street owned by the accredited art conservator of the same name, is an example. Gillespie has made his name on the back of art conservation services. London-based collectors – and those beyond – have long benefited from his unique experience and expertise. The Simon Gillespie gallery employs an array of accredited art restorers that specialise in painting cleaning. This raises a question, though. How would a collector seek out art conservation services in London? Whether seeking painting cleaning or repair to a damaged canvas, let's discuss the process in full. Step 1 – Assess your needs First thing's first. Before you commit to seeking art conservation services in London, ask yourself a simple question – why do you need them? Are you just seeking an assessment of your art? Is your collection damaged? Do you require painting cleaning? London has services for all these needs and beyond.

3. Step 2 – Contact an art restorer • We recommend Simon Gillespie for art conservation services in London, but then we're probably biased. Either way, be sure to contact the gallery and enquire as to availability. You're also welcome to just drop into our site on Bond Street if you're in the area. • Step 3 – Meet with your art restorer • Always have a face-to-face conversation with anybody you're paying to provide art conservation services in London or anywhere else. This way, you can ensure that you're all on the same page. More importantly, you'll need to discuss and agree precisely upon what you want to be done.  • Step 4 – Agree upon work required • Before any art conservation services in London commence, you'll need to agree upon the necessary tasks. Should you choose Simon Gillespie, your options will include:

4. Panting cleaning (removing dirt and grime from the surface of a canvas) • Restoration of colour – this requires significant consideration, as you'll need to decide if you wish to maintain the original, muted colour palette of the Old Masters of a more contemporary, vibrant aesthetic • Removal of varnish or overpaint from previous, inferior restoration attempts • Retouching any small areas that require attention • Repairing flaking paints of damaged canvases • Step 5 – Confirm the work is complete • Once the art restoration services and painting cleaning are concluded, you will be invited to collect your art. At this point, you will fully understand just why so many art collectors seek the experience of an accredited art restorer, especially those that work under the Simon Gillespie banner. • If you have any further queries about painting cleaning or other art conservation services in London, feel free to contact Simon Gillespie. Our friendly and experienced team of art restorers will be delighted to discuss your needs, and your art collection will soon be restored to your home in its full glory.

6. Simon Gillespie Studio Website:https://www.simongillespie.com/ Telephone: +44 20 7493 3900