Mid-Century Modern Furniture Restoration

Mid-century modern restoration specializes in 1950s-70s furniture from iconic designers and manufacturers.

With MCM furniture highly collectible and commanding premium prices, restoration generates revenue of $100,000-$370,000 with 70-85% margins.

The business requires workshop, period-appropriate materials, finishing expertise, designer knowledge, and MCM community connections.

Services include Danish teak restoration, Eames furniture restoration, period-correct refinishing, reupholstery with authentic fabrics, hardware replacement, and authentication assistance.

Pricing typically $400-$2,000+ per piece.

Success factors include deep MCM designer and manufacturer knowledge, authentic restoration maintaining value, sourcing period-appropriate materials and fabrics, working with MCM dealers and collectors, and understanding iconic designs.

Most specialize in specific designers or manufacturers.

Marketing focuses on MCM dealers, collectors, online MCM communities, and Instagram before/afters.

With MCM furniture highly sought and valuable in 2025, MCM restoration offers design opportunities requiring period expertise and enthusiast market knowledge.