Restoration

Restoring Character and Finishing Touches in Nottingham

Preserving what matters, enhancing what is possible

From cornices to timber floors, restoring character isn’t about grand gestures, it’s about details that feel right.

Our clients often come to us when something feels missing. A newly decorated room that still feels flat. A home that’s lost some of its original charm. We help by reintroducing craftsmanship, symmetry, and texture in ways that bring cohesion, and subtle beauty back to a space.

Whether it’s a hallway that needs grounding with tiles, a living room that needs focus through panelling, or a ceiling that deserves the finish of a cornice, we tailor our approach to your home and your goals.

Why invest in restoring character?

Sometimes, the most powerful changes come from bringing out the beauty that’s already there. Whether it’s uncovering original floorboards, restoring or reinstalling decorative cornicing, adding subtle wall panelling, these details can completely shift how a space feels.

At Elevate The Space, we work with homeowners who want to retain or reintroduce timeless features that add warmth, elegance, and depth to their rooms. We’re experienced in working with older homes, and we’re just as happy enhancing a newer property with features that feel like they’ve always belonged.

How We Work

  • We begin with a conversation and a site visit to understand what exists and what’s possible

  • We assess the condition of original features or plan new ones that align with the character of your home

  • We advise on styles, finishes, and proportions that will work with your space

  • Installation is carried out with precision, using quality materials and finishes that age well

  • If painting or decorating is part of the brief, we complete all works with a clean, seamless finish

What We Offer

  • Restoration or installation of ceiling cornices and coving

  • Timber wall panelling in a range of classic and modern profiles

  • Floorboard repairs, sanding, staining, and oiling

  • Decorative trims, skirtings, architraves, and feature walls

  • Repair and replacement of damaged original features

  • Coordination with full-room renovations where needed

“He worked around our life and business with ease, like having a project partner, not just a tradesman.”
— Client

Ready to Elevate Your Space?

Love your home’s story? We help restore what’s worth keeping.

We take a gentle, skilled approach, honouring the original while improving comfort and finish.