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Long considered one of Raleigh Durham’s most reliable furniture repair shops, Mumford Restoration has the experience and knowledge to repair old furniture or damaged furniture to its original splendor. 

With more than 150 years of combined experience, Mumford Restoration tops the list of talented craftsmen for Raleigh furniture repair stores.
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          ABOUT US > HISTORIC RESTORATION APPRENTICESHIP

           

          Historic Restoration Apprenticeship:
          Preserving Craftsmanship

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          HRA Circle logo 771x771

          Historical Restoration Apprenticeship:

          Preserving Craftsmanship

          To better reflect the nature and aims of our apprenticeship program,
          the Sentimental Restoration Guild is now the Historic Restoration Apprenticeship.

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          What Is HRA?

          The Historic Restoration Apprenticeship was created from Mumford Restoration’s 40+ year passion for preserving heirlooms and family memories. Apprentices train on real projects alongside experienced artisans, learning both skill and character in the spirit of traditional guilds.

          At a Glance:

          • Training inside a professional restoration studio

          • True mentorship and character-building focus

          • Alternative to college with direct career paths

          • Training across woodworking, upholstery, finishing, metals, leather, and art conservation

          Artisan Lauren working on project with Historic Restoration Apprenticeship

          When a craftsman retires without an apprentice, a legacy is lost.
          HRA exists to stop that loss.

          When a craftsman retires without an apprentice, a legacy is lost.
          HRA exists to stop that loss.

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          The HRA Approach

          How It Works:

          1. Video modules – Learn safety, foundations, and repeatable techniques.

          2. Hands-on training – Practice daily under instructors on customer projects.

          3. Character + craft – Develop professionalism, integrity, and joy in the work.

          Training Areas:

          • Hands-on woodworking

          • Furniture repair & restoration

          • Touch-up & refinishing

          • Leatherwork

          • Brass & silver restoration

          • Art & object conservation

          Our Core Values (The 4 Wins):

          • Customer: Thrilled with results

          • Apprentice: Grows through opportunity

          • Instructor: Leaves a proud legacy

          • HRA: Preserves history & impacts lives

          We believe fun and humor keep our work vibrant, while integrity and innovation keep it strong.

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          4+ Years Strong


          3 full-time graduates + 5 apprentices + 9 part-time instructors 

          Become an Apprentice

          You’ll:

          • Learn safe fundamentals with tools & materials

          • Work on real projects to build a portfolio

          • Rotate through disciplines; specialize over time

          You'll gain:

          • Employable craft skills

          • Mentorship & accountability

          • A career rooted in pride and purpose

          Craftsmen Floyd and Luke work on antique table for Historic Restoration Apprenticeship

          Become an Instructor

          You'll:

          • Teach modules in your specialty

          • Guide apprentices on live projects

          • Pass on legacy skills to the next generation

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          Sponsor HRA

          Your impact:

          • Fund tools, supplies, and scholarships

          • Expand module library and studio capacity

          • Open doors for apprentices to succeed

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          Upcoming Public Classes

          (Registration is REQUIRED)

          Please Note: Registration will become available approximately ONE MONTH before the specific class offering.

          Class Name
          Date
          Furniture Refinishing with Kelly Rowsey
          Monday, April 13, 20, & 27
          Book Restoration with Aaron Keller & Kenneth Marks
          Monday, May 11
          Leather Care & Restoration with Lauren Garcia
          Monday, June 8
          Gun Restoration with Dan Hopping
          Monday, July 13
          Fine Rugs & Upholstery Maintenance with Katie Reuther
          Monday, August 10
          TBA
          Monday, September 14
          Finish Rejuvenation, Touchup, and French Polishing with Floyd Rossini
          Monday, October 5, Tuesday October 12, & Monday, October 19
          TBA
          Monday, November 9
          TBA
          Monday, December 14

          Past Classes

          Have questions?

          You can contact our owners directly, Zach Mumford - zach@mumfordrestoration.com or Bernard Mumford - bernard@mumfordrestoration.com

          Or Apply Here!
          Owners and Master Craftsmen, Zach and Bernard Mumford

          Production Manager Robert Bradley setting out table leaves

          Production Manager Robert Bradley fixing a broken rocking chair

          College


          After attending college for only 3 days, Bernard decided it wasn’t for him. His passion for restoring and repairing old furniture was just too great.

          Realizing their son’s dreams, his parents gave him the tuition money to buy a piano restoration shop – the first of many lessons that have taught him how to successfully own and operate a furniture repair shop for 32 years.

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          The present


          To this day Bernard continues to focus on their niche of restoring sentimental furniture, upholstery, art, books, brass and silver. Responding in times of tragedy from water, fire or wind, the craftsmen at Mumford Restoration restore your sentimental pieces to their original grandeur.

          As Bernard puts it – it’s a wonderful life! He gets to do what he loves – run a successful local furniture repair store and to service the good people of Raleigh, Durham, Cary and Chapel Hill.

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