Here's What Others Are Saying . . .
TESTIMONIAL
Terry Byrne,
16 Lachlan Place, TIMARU
E-Mail: goubv@xtrQ.co.nz
31 August 2000
Mr Paul Ford, ' Leatherworks ' TIMARU
Dear Paul,
LEATHER RESTORATION WORK - MK VI BENTLEY
It is now some eight months since the restoration of the leather
work in my 1951 Mk VI Bentley and it is appropriate that I should
formally acknowledge the work that was done. In November 1999,1
decided that it was time for the seats and leather trim in the
Bentley, to be restored. I was aware that an English Company provided
kits for this to be done however, was unsure as to what the final
result may be. The seats were showing serious signs of deterioration,
were faded and badly cracked. I realised that they were in need
of work but was unsure as to where this could be done.
By chance, it was mentioned that you undertook this kind of work
and following my approach to you, I removed all of the seats and
trim and left them with you to restore. I was insistent that the
50 year old character of the seats should not be destroyed and
that the cracks should if at all possible be retained.
The result of your efforts is to say the least, outstanding. The
colour match in particular was exactly that of the original and
this only became apparent when I refitted the seats and had occasion
to remove the drinks trays. To my surprise, the area behind the
trays was leather and there was no noticeable difference between
the colour of the restored seats and the area of old leather behind
the trays. This was nothing short of remarkable. The restoration
was such that the seats whilst new in colour and softness still
retained the "old" character that I wanted.
Since the work, I have had several approaches from other vintage
and classic car owners. All have commented on the very high standard
of workmanship that you have done and the quality of your work
is such, that I have had no hesitation in recommending you to
them. I would be delighted to endorse your work to prospective
clients and would readily make the Bentley available to others
to view should they wish to see an example of your work.
I wish you every success for the future.
Kind regards,
TERRY BYRNE, OWNER, B 30 KM (1951 Mk VI Bentley)
"Your
work, to say the least is head and shoulders above anyone else
we have ever dealt with in the field of leather restoration and
repair. The colour matching is exact and the quality of your work
is the same as new leather. I have absolutely no hesitation in
recommending you."
Mathew Cotton, Barda Furniture, Christchurch
Ph (03) 388 6124
"The standard
of your work, especially the matching of colour and sheen, consistently
replicates the look, feel and performance of the original leather.
It is reassuring to have your facility close at hand and I recommend
your service for providing a solution to those difficult leather
problems."
Barry Hopping, Montreux Furniture
(formerly Moran of NZ)
Ph (03) 366 1109
"Stahl
products are used by tanneries world wide for the finishing of
leather. We have been working with Paul Ford in the area of refinishing
upholstery and leather hides. We are pleased to say that his work
meets the BS1006 British Leather Standards for upholstery, and
the quality of his team's workmanship is among the best in Australasia.
We therefore have no hesitation in recommending their work."
Stahl Australia, Scott Swansen, Technician
"I have
used Leather Works on 2 separate occasions and the end results
have been outstanding. Paul Ford has been extremely good to work
with in that what he said he could achieve was accomplished. The
finished leather work was to an exceptional standard, it looked
original, was completed in the time frame nominated and within
the estimated cost."
Trevor McGowan, (Helicopter Pilot) (021) 460 230
"We have
always found Paul Ford to be an easy person to work in with in
his field of Leather Finishing. His results are always excellent.
We have no hesitation in recommending his service."
Ashley Miliken, Ashley Miliken Furniture Court, Timaru
