Staircase Polishing in Stoke – French Polishing & Refinishing for Staircase Components

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WHO WE ARE

Precision Finishing for Staircases

At French Polishers Stoke, we don’t just do French polishing for furniture – we also specialise in staircase polishing and refinishing. This service is designed specifically for wooden staircase components such as handrails, spindles, balustrades, and treads.

Unlike on-site polishing services, all our work is completed in our purpose-built Stoke workshop. Contractors, joiners, and homeowners bring staircase parts to us, and we return them fully French polished and refinished – ready for installation with a flawless, professional finish.

Who We Work With

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Staircase Contractors & Joiners

Supplying finished handrails, spindles, and other staircase components that are polished and ready to fit.

Pieces of wood and a tablet on top of a workshop table

Property Developers & Interior Designers

Ensuring consistent, premium finishes across staircases and interior woodwork.

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Homeowners & Collectors

Perfect for bespoke staircases, restorations, or heritage projects where craftsmanship matters.

Choose Your Finish

A stone gray finished staircase
A walnut finished staircase
A walnut finished staircase
A natural walnut finished staircase
A natural oak finished staircase
A natural oak finished staircase
A matte black finished staircase
A custom finished staircase
A custom finished staircase
A custom finished staircase
A charcoal finished staircase
An almond finished staircase
An almond finished staircase
A finished staircase
A finished staircase
An anthracite finished staircase
An anthracite finished staircase
A graphite finished staircase
A stone grey finished staircase

1. Consultation & Assessment

Reviewing your staircase components and advising on finishes.

2. Preparation

Cleaning, sanding, and carrying out minor repairs to prepare surfaces.

3. French Polishing & Refinishing

Applying multiple coats of shellac by hand to build depth, sheen, and colour.

4. Buffing & Detailing

Refining the surface to achieve a satin, semi-gloss, or high-gloss finish.

5. Protective Treatment

Adding a protective coating to ensure long-term durability once installed.

How We Work

Our workshop process ensures precision and consistency:

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Why Choose French Polishers Stoke?

A wooden staircase

  • Expert French polishing for staircases, not just general woodworking. Traditional craftsmanship combined with professional workshop facilities.

  • Controlled workshop environment for flawless, dust-free results.

  • Services tailored to contractors, designers, and homeowners alike.

  • Decades of craftsmanship trusted across Stoke and the surrounding region.

VIEW OUR WORK

Our Work in Action

Explore examples of staircase components polished in our workshop – from elegant oak bannisters to bespoke handrails and spindles finished to perfection.

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Request a Quote

Bring your staircase components to us for expert French polishing and refinishing:

Fill out our enquiry form, call us on 01782 959300, or email hello@stokefrenchpolishing.co.uk to discuss your requirements.