Ambrose Heal Furniture

Welcome to Ambrose Heal Furniture, a renowned establishment located in Christchurch, New Zealand. As a reputable furniture store and home goods store, we take pride in offering custom-designed, uniquely hand-crafted furniture that is made to your exact requirements from solid wood.

At Ambrose Heal Furniture, we go beyond providing exceptional furniture pieces. We also specialize in restoring damaged furniture, ensuring that every piece we work on is restored to its former glory. Our skilled craftsmen are dedicated to delivering beautiful results, paying attention to every detail.

When you choose to buy locally-made furniture from Ambrose Heal, you are not only supporting local artisans but also investing in quality pieces that are built to stand the test of time. We employ traditional woodworking techniques such as doweling, mortise and tenon, and dovetailing to ensure the durability and longevity of our furniture. In fact, we build our furniture with the intention of it becoming an antique in the future.

We are committed to sustainability and strive to use a combination of recycled and new timbers in our furniture. While we prioritize the use of recycled wood whenever possible, the availability can be unpredictable, which ultimately determines the proportion incorporated in each item.

At Ambrose Heal Furniture, we believe in preserving the beauty of our furniture through a meticulous finishing process. Our finish is applied by hand, with up to four coats of linseed oil over several days, followed by French Polish. This traditional method, dating back to the 16th Century, creates a stunning finish that exudes elegance.

Maintaining the finish on your Ambrose Heal furniture is simple. All you need to do is dust regularly and polish with an oil-based polish. This time-tested care routine has kept antiques looking beautiful for centuries and will ensure that your furniture continues to shine.

When it comes to our French Polish, we take pride in using shellac, which is derived from the discarded cocoon of the shellac beetle from India. This unique insect can only survive in a pesticide-free environment, making shellac an eco-friendly choice. Additionally, shellac is considered the best finish for sealing in toxins like formaldehyde, which is often present in chipboard but not in solid wood.

Thank you for choosing Ambrose Heal Furniture. We are dedicated to providing you with exceptional, hand-crafted furniture that will not only enhance your living space but also become cherished heirlooms for generations to come. Visit our store on Barbadoes Street, and let us help you find the perfect piece that reflects your style and stands the test of time.