Noah Mitchell

• Phone: +353 87 123 4567
• Email: noah.mitchell@email.com
• Location: Dublin, Ireland
• LinkedIn: noahmitchellfurniturefinisher

Summary

8+ years applying advanced finishing techniques to deliver high-quality, durable, and aesthetically superior furniture pieces. Proven ability to meticulously prepare surfaces, execute complex staining and lacquering, and achieve precise colour matching for both antique restoration and modern bespoke designs.

Expert in utilizing a range of finishing materials, including oils, waxes, varnishes, and polishes, ensuring optimal protection and enhancing the natural beauty of various wood types. Consistently completed projects ahead of schedule while maintaining stringent quality control standards.

Experience

Senior Furniture Finisher, Kildare Bespoke Furniture -- Kildare, Ireland

Mar 2019 – present

• Led finishing efforts for over 150 bespoke furniture commissions annually, achieving a 98% client satisfaction rate for finish quality and durability.

• Developed and implemented new low-VOC finishing protocols, reducing material costs by 10% and improving workshop air quality.

• Specialized in French polishing and hand-rubbed oil finishes, contributing to a 20% increase in high-end antique restoration projects.

• Trained and mentored junior finishers on advanced techniques, including colour matching, grain filling, and distressing, enhancing team capabilities.

Furniture Finisher, Dublin Woodworks & Restoration -- Dublin, Ireland

Aug 2015 – Feb 2019

• Executed all stages of furniture finishing, from sanding and sealing to staining, lacquering, and final polishing, on an average of 5-7 pieces per week.

• Successfully restored finishes on over 200 antique furniture items, including delicate marquetry and inlay work, preserving historical integrity.

• Managed inventory of finishing supplies, ensuring optimal stock levels and identifying cost-saving alternatives for materials.

• Collaborated with carpenters and designers to ensure finishes met specific aesthetic and functional requirements for custom projects.

Education

Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin), Higher Certificate in Furniture Design & Making -- Dublin, Ireland

Sept 2013 – June 2015

Skills

Finishing Techniques: Surface Preparation, Sanding, Staining, Lacquering, Varnishing, French Polishing, Oil & Wax Finishing, Distressing, Glazing, Antiquing, Graining, Colour Matching, Spray Finishing, Hand Rubbed Finishes

Materials & Tools: Wood Stains, Lacquers, Varnishes, Shellac, Waxes, Oils, Dyes, Pigments, Abrasives, HVLP Spray Guns, Orbital Sanders, Buffing Machines, Airbrushes, Respirators

Restoration & Repair: Antique Restoration, Finish Repair, Scratch Removal, Dent Repair, Discolouration Correction, Patina Development, Veneer Repair

Quality & Safety: Quality Control, Attention to Detail, Workplace Safety, Material Handling, VOC Compliance, Respirator Fit Testing