Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Handcrafted Bespoke Oak Furniture in Lymington
Established in 1919, Webber Furniture remains a family-owned business dedicated to crafting exceptional oak furniture rooted in Tudor-period traditions. Our expertise spans three generations, with Chairman David Webber and Managing Director Alan Webber upholding David F. Webbers founding ethos of uncompromising quality. Every piece combines handcrafted techniquessuch as lead-light glazing and carved detailingwith solid oak construction to ensure timeless durability. Relocated to Lymington in 2005, we continue producing both traditional and contemporary designs tailored to period cottages and modern homes. Our bespoke service accommodates custom dimensions and unique commissions, while our restoration division revitalises furniture through polishing, upholstery, and colour transformations.With a legacy of wartime contributions, including D-Day harbour moulds, we blend historical craftsmanship with modern innovation. Our showroom invites firsthand appreciation of materials and artistry, ensuring each creation becomes an heirloom. We prioritise client collaboration, offering tailored advice for selecting or designing furniture that complements individual spaces. This enduring commitment to excellence positions us as specialists in enduring oak furniture solutions.
Services
Traditional Furniture
Bespoke Furniture
Restoration Service
Finishes
Contract
Details
- Year established: 1919
Highlights and features
- We have 104 years of heritage in traditional oak furniture craftsmanship
- Our bespoke service creates custom pieces tailored to individual specifications
- We employ time-honoured techniques like hand-carved detailing and lead-light glazing
- Our restoration division revives furniture to original condition
- Third-generation family leadership ensures continuity of expertise
Services
Traditional Furniture
Our traditional furniture collection draws inspiration from Tudor-era craftsmanship. Each piece uses solid oak construction with hand-finished detailing, including lead-light windows and carved embellishments. Designed for longevity, these items complement period properties while maintaining modern functionality through contemporary adaptations of historical styles.
Bespoke Furniture
We create made-to-order furniture tailored to specific requirements. From scaled bookcases to unique cabinetry, our team collaborates with clients on dimensions, materials, and finishes. This service accommodates both traditional motifs and modern interpretations, ensuring each piece integrates seamlessly with existing interiors.
Restoration Service
Our restoration specialists revive aged furniture through polishing, upholstery replacement, and structural repairs. Techniques include colour transformation and lead-light restoration, applicable to both Webber and third-party pieces. The process maintains original character while enhancing usability for contemporary settings.
Finishes
We offer custom finish options to match interior schemes. Services include stain application, lacquering, and traditional polishing methods. Clients may select from standard finishes or request bespoke colour matching to ensure harmony with existing decor while preserving the natural qualities of oak.
Contract
Our contract division supplies furniture for commercial and residential developments. This service provides tailored solutions for architects and interior designers, combining bespoke capabilities with bulk-order efficiency. Projects maintain the same craftsmanship standards as individual commissions.
People
David F. Webber
Founder
Established Webber Furniture in 1919 with a commitment to producing high-quality oak furniture. His wartime contributions included creating D-Day harbour moulds, later commemorated through handcrafted plaques now held in family and public collections.
Alan Webber
Managing Director
Third-generation leader overseeing operations since 2005 relocation to Lymington. Combines inherited craftsmanship knowledge with modern business practices to maintain the company's reputation for excellence in traditional and bespoke furniture production.
Questions
What styles of furniture do you specialise in?
We focus on Tudor-inspired traditional designs and bespoke oak furniture, blending historical craftsmanship with modern adaptations.
Can you create custom-sized furniture?
Yes, our bespoke service accommodates made-to-measure requirements for tables, bookcases, and cabinetry to fit specific spaces.
Do you restore non-Webber furniture?
Our restoration service accepts quality pieces from other manufacturers, applying the same renewal techniques as for our own furniture.
What materials do you use?
We primarily use solid oak with traditional construction methods, including lead-light glazing and hand-carved detailing for authentic finishes.
Are your pieces suitable for modern homes?
Our designs adapt traditional styles for contemporary settings, ensuring timeless appeal in both period and modern properties.
How can I view your furniture?
Visit our Lymington showroom Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, or by appointment at weekends for dedicated viewing opportunities.
