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MPF Conservation (MPFC) specializes in the conservation and preservation of furniture, wooden objects, and architectural elements for both private and museum clientele.  We provide a wide variety of services toward the overall care and preservation of these objects.

Conservation is concerned first and foremost with preserving an object's structure, history, and value to the greatest extent possible.  To this end, we educate caretaker's in the best environmental factors to support the preservation of a piece, and also perform protective and restorative work on specific objects when needed.  Typical tasks involve cleaning and protecting historical finishes; repair or tuning work on joinery and structure, repair of veneer, repair and protection of historical finishes; repair of textiles used in upholstery; and reupholstery.

We work as an architect might, in fellowship with other specialty Co-conservators, such as tapestry, blacksmithing, and gilding specialists, while also having a staff in-house specializing in upholstery, woodworking, finishing, and various needlework endeavors.  For each project, we assemble a team whose combined expertise offers you, our client, the best services possible.

The website is designed to provide information about MPFC, the process of conserving an object, and articles on the care of historical objects.  Browse, or go directly to your area of interest:

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Mitchell Powell, PA, AIC, began as an upholstery apprentice 35 years ago, and started his business in Oregon 35 years ago.  His interest in history and fine art led him to develop his business as a conservator, specializing in classical European and early American techniques for both upholstered and wooden objects.  Mitchell is a Professional Associate of the American Institute for Conservation (AIC) and a member of the National Historic Preservation Society.

D.K. Powell (Katie) brings design, graphics, photography, documentation, needlework, and various fine art skills to the business.   She had a previous life as a corporate architectural designer, university instructor, and writer.  She is also a member of the AIC, serves on the Board of the Conservators in Private Practice, and together they are currently writing a book on classical upholstery conservation techniques.  

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Special Thanks to the Hearst Castle® for their permission in using the Flemish Sofa
and the National Park Service for their permission in using the Imperial line!