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I hired "Lola" at a challenging time in my life and she was right there for me - efficient, punctual, reliable and caring- just what I needed.
And she did a great job refinishing my worn decks and fence- what more could you ask for?
Caryl Woodward
We were looking for someone to refinish an old China cabinet that was my grandmothers. Came across Lola add on used Victoria. We sent it off to her hoping for the best, Lola was able to capture what was in ours heads, and make it reality, we could not have been more pleased. We have since sent an oak coffee table and dining room table and chairs set and have been over the moon with the results. We will definitely be our go too for any future projects.
~ Kathy and Katie
Apparently no job is too small or quirky for Lola. Recently my husband needed some “ custom “ work done so he asked Lola to come to his rescue. And she magically created a set of 4 cedar post caps and 6 speaker wire nests that fit exactly and looked amazing. He was one happy guy!
~Selina and Cyrus
We had Lola paint our bathroom living room, stairwell and entry. She also varnished our closet doors and refurbished our brick fireplace beautifully!
Lola is incredibly friendly and easy to welcome into your home (or work in progress). She was open to every idea and was great at helping share insights and wisdom to build off of and create a better finished project. I highly recommend working with her for your next project!
~Kali & Paul
We hired Lola to paint the interior of our house after renos. She did a great job, with careful attention to details. She’s very professional, with multiple options for payment which we appreciated. She was able to work around our hectic reno schedule and somehow make everything look easy. We had a deadline, and Lola helped us get there in plenty of time. As well, she refinished and/or repaired 3 vintage pieces we’ve had in the family for decades, making each piece look and work much better then they have in years. She’s a lovely person, and a skilled craftswoman. Thank you again, Lola, we love our new home and have received many compliments on the paint color's and the work you’ve done for us.
Cheers ~Sue & Paul Duncan, BC
Awesome job Lo-La ! My weary dull peeling deck fence and lattice work looks brand new and thanks so much for recommending the BEST stain to renew it ! You work was painstakingly caring with hefty sanding and blowing off all debris to clean it all up before applying two coats of stain ! Your cheerful demeanor, get-'er-done attitude and help catching my escaped pup just added to the delight of the day.
Thank you !! ~Christine
i needed some exterior painting done and found Lola through her ad on usedcowichan. I didn't know what to expect but was impressed with how she arrived organized with all of her supplies and ready to work. Lola is very pleasant, did a great job and I will have her back again for my next project.
~Erica Sutfin
Lo-La was such a help fixing what looks like just an old chair to most people but to me it is memories of time spent at my grandparents. I thought it would just be garbage after the arm fell off and the back broke but she breathed new life back into it and now I can take my time to find the same stain so it looks just like it did sitting on my grandparents porch when I was little.
~Tracy-Lynn
I hired Lola to build some custom planter boxes for me. She went above and beyond the call of duty in planning and giving me ideas to make my vision not only come to life but be better! On the day she arrived she was prompt, courteous, funny and a super hard worker! Loved having her do the job and can’t wait for help from her on my next project!
~Allison
What a great day when we found Lola via her website. She is personable and is skillful in her craft. Her suggestions are constructive and practical. We needed two antique chairs repaired and restored. In two days she had our chairs glued, sanded, repaired, stained and restored. Her skilled workmanship and artistic style is a perfect blend for mastery. We will continue to have her work on projects for us. We highly recommend Lola.
~Anita and Jim
Lola is AMAZING! My mom originally hired her to help with a few projects and my husband and I have been calling on her ever since. Not only has she completely organized our house, she has refurbished old furniture, prepped and painted our bathroom & sunroom and refinished our exterior porch. Lo-La is meticulous - the work she has done for us has all been fantastic! If you’re seeking an efficient, energetic, highly-skilled handywoman, Lola is your girl! I am so very thankful we found her.
~Sara and Rod
I had the most amazing experience with Lola this holiday season! We approached her with an idea for a custom piece, and she absolutely came through. From start to finish, she worked with us on every step of our vision for a shelf/display case built from the body of a refurbished acoustic guitar. We absolutely love it! The finished product has a beautiful stain and professional quality finish. We would highly recommend Lola for any custom wood working projects, she was complete pleasure!
~Holly-Lee
Lola did it again! My 1990’s hand crafted oak cabinets and speaker boxes received a much needed update. Behold the blue and gun metal grey artisan cabinets and desert tan distressed and repurposed entry bench and boot cubby. A totally new and welcoming modern foyer. Thank You Lola 😄
~Shirley :)
I just saw my refurbished Tv table And ....WOW THAT IS EXACTLY THE COLOR. IT'S BEAUTIFUL. I LOVE WHEN YOU SPREAD YOUR SUNSHINE AROUND. Thank you. 🙂 L.A.
It was a pleasure having Lo-La on our deck building crew this past fall. I appreciated her attention to detail while sanding and staining thousands (yes, literally thousands!) of feet of western red cedar. Her care for producing a premium product while working with a difficult stain-in sometimes difficult weather-speaks to her work ethic. Punctual, reliable, positive, and competent in her craft, I would not hesitate to recommend Laurin's services.
Thanks for your hard work and all that you brought to our team!
~Adrian Shelley
Stonewood Designs
I hired Lola to assist me with my transition from living in a family home to a condominium. Her organization skills we’re above and beyond what I could’ve ever expected. Lola was reliable, cheery and flexible. She worked well with me for the weeks leading up to the move and has helped me settle into my new home with furniture assembly, organization and determined resolve in a painful process of furniture store reconciliation of poor service and products :) . I am so grateful I found her to help me get this job done. I have memory problems and get distracted easily but she keep me on track and provided me with a stress free environment. Thank-you
~Leah A
Just wanted to let you know how pleased I was with the refurbishing work you did on my sad little teak orphan chairs. Once the seats were back in place they looked like they were truly part of the family, with little to show from their rougher life. I love them!
~Judi
Thanks so much Lola for building me a wonderful raised bed for my raspberries!! I very much admire your skills. Can hardly wait to get the raspberries planted and when the first berries have ripened, I will call you so that hopefully, you can come over and enjoy the berries and some of my homemade ice cream!! You’re the best!
Judy
Lola is a perfectionist! Her skill, leadership and get 'er done attitude got my renovation project on track. Without her, “Airbright Cottage”,my BnB in Shawnigan, would not be the success it is today.
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Lola helped me with a painful renovation to my Shawnigan Lake cottage. She is a take charge girl who does impeccable work. I would recommend her services to anyone.
Thank You Lola
~Lynn
My raised cedar veggie boxes designed and built by Lola over three years ago now needed a more spiffy update. We asked Lola to do this for us By Repurposing old used wood, we had on hand, for trimming the boxes and Gate . She was happy to repurpose the lumber and refinish it just in time for spring !
She did not disappoint us in the least, In fact we were THRILLED with how beautifully she made the veggie patch and deer proof enclosure match our the garden shed and fence. Thank you Lola!
~Shondra and Curt
Our entire family has been lucky enough to use Lola’s company for over three years! She has helped us with moving, packing, organizing (which she is incredibly good at) furniture repair and refinishing (even delicate, treasured pieces), exterior and interior painting, hanging Christmas décor – you name it! She is a lovely person, always on time and very respectful of your home and time. She tries hard to fit you into her busy schedule and even works weekend if necessary to get the job done. I can’t say enough about Lola – she has saved me several times and I always feel this tremendous sigh of relief whenever she arrives! Thank you for being your wonderful self and making our lives so much easier!”
The Park Family
We loved the arm chairs and table of our dining room furniture but they did not match our side chairs or each other. . Lola arrived on the scene and worked her magic on the side chairs to co-ordinate all three . Now I have a unique and beautiful dining room SET.
Thank you Lola!
~Sharon and Craig
We found ourselves knee-deep in an overwhelming project: refinishing hardwood floors in our heritage house. Lola came in and saved the day! Her expertise and work ethic brought our rough floors to stain-ready, including all the clean up and prep, saving us hours of work. Lola is bright and positive, full of energy and great ideas. She's helped us clean and organize our garage, and get our home housesitter-ready before a vacation, all with a big smile and wonderful efficiency. We love Lola and highly recommend her! If you're looking for less stress and a tremendous sense of support and relief, call Lola today." ~ Jody
I originally hired Lola for a short- term deep clean of our home. We were so impressed by her thorough cleaning that we ended up having her come every two weeks. She is trustworthy, friendly and always does a good job. Coming home on a "lola friday" is a treat. I have recommended her work to friends and family. I just hope she doesn't get TOO busy! ~Karina
Lola looked after our B&B while we were traveling. We could leave confident that our cottage was in good hands as Lola had shown us that she is totally trustworthy, reliable, enthusiastic, knowledgeable and capable with wonderful people skills.and a knack for making guests feel comfortable. We feel privileged and grateful to have found her. All the best,
~Elisabeth and Richard
I was so pleased to find Lola. No one else was equipped or willing to refinish my outdoor cedar furniture. It had begun to peel and blister from the weather. Because it is made from salvaged logs, I really wanted to keep them looking their best. There were 5 pieces including two Adirondack chairs. Not easy work. Lola did a beautiful job, taking the old finish off, sanding and re-staining . They look better than new. She also repaired and refinished a 1 drawer oak filing cabinet and truly brought it back to life and usefulness. So happy to repair and not replace.
I highly recommend her.
~Daphne McKeen, Victoria
Thank you so much !!
Lola did such an amazing job with our dining room set! She was patient and helpful in assisting with achieving my vision and she nailed it! The table and benches turned out better than I coud have imagined. Thank you so much for turning our outdated overused dining set into a piece or art.
We love it!
~Jamie and Shane
I just wanted to say that I enjoyed working with Lola on my Tv cabinet project. She listened carefully to what I wanted and kept me informed along the way as to how the work was progressing. And, most
importantly, I'm happy with the results. Thanks again,
~Pat
Lola painted a dresser and restored the hardware to update the look. I am Very happy with my dresser :) ~Melissa
Lola was professional, knew her stuff, and kept to her timeline ~ The results were fabulous! She stripped, sanded, and stained our old dining room table and brought it back to life, as well as completing a few furniture repairs around the house with ease. She also beautifully reupholstered my dining room chairs . Pick up and delivery of the project items was a great help to boot ~ highly recommended!
~Elise Simon-Mitchell
Lola did a fabulous job of painting and repairing a dresser and another set of a dresser and matching side table for us. Not only was it affordable and done well, it was done quickly! We really appreciated your attention to detail and will look forward to bringing more of our “projects” your way!
All the best,
~Valerie
With Lola's guidance regarding color and materials, my rather dated brass framed series of 6 framed prints got a new lease on life. Lola was able to refinish the old metal frames in a manner that revitalized the artwork and made me fall in love with the prints all over again.
~Cletus and Shauna
Lola recently came and painted 3 bedrooms for us, put up new curtain rods and helped us to hang curtains. She was punctual, hardworking, and brought a special energy and sparkle to the task. Not only were we pleased with the result, but we enjoyed the process! I would recommend her without reservation and look forward to working with her again.
~Miriam
I recently had a footstool recovered by Lola and was super pleased with the results. She is also a delight to work with and amazingly quick!
I would highly recommend her if you need anything done.
Love my stool...thank you Lola!
~Judith Victoria BC
IF YOU’RE LOOKING FOR A GREAT PAINT JOB AND YOU WANT SOMEONE TO APPEAR ON THE JOB WHEN THEY PROMISE
AND WORK UNTIL THE JOB IS FINISHED TO YOUR SPECS, DON’T LOOK ANY FURTHER!
BECAUSE HERE IS THE 5*+ COMPANY FOR YOU.
~Merv and Lillian
I had Lola refinish an old mahogany dining room table along with a mahogany coffee table. There were some definite challenges with the dining room table due to damage and neglect. I was ecstatic when I saw what a beautiful job she did on it. The restoration was done with loving hands as if it were her own. I'm so happy with my restored tables - I would recommend her for any piece you want restored to it's natural beauty.
~Charlene Z
I used Lola's company to do some furniture touch-up and other handy-woman jobs around my home. She worked alongside me for more than two days and was fantastic! Her work ethic was remarkable and as well, she was on-time and very reasonably priced! She touched up a very special piece of furniture I brought from overseas and did a beautiful job. As well, she helped me organize my small garage and made my life so much easier. I totally recommend Lola - a joy to work with!
~Lorna
I contacted Lola with my ideas for some raised cedar garden boxes.
So awesome when someone cares about not just the short term appeal, but the long-term sustainability and quality of their product!! Lola patiently worked with me through a few iterations of design and budget, hitting the mark with both. Her skills seem to be quite diverse, so I hope to work with her again on other projects!
~Jenna
I hired Lola to refinish my large outdated maple table set and matching wine rack.
She communicated with me as my pieces were worked on with updates and pictures,
I felt very connected to the entire process ...the end result...
I love them...exactly what I was looking for and you made it happen!....any future project is yours to do. Thank you Lola ....you are a good soul with a talent!
~Carol
When I wanted to have my handmade Morris chair re-stained and re-upholstered, I knew Lo-La would do a great job. She brought the attention to detail that the piece required, and she knew how to honour the chair's age and unique personality. I appreciated her enthusiasm and professionalism as well as her excellent problem-solving skills. I'm very happy with the results.
~KK
So excited about this table!!
Lola completely transformed our Oak dining table. When we first discussed my vision for the finished product, Lola thoroughly guided me through the many colour and finish options. I appreciated her input, as well as the care she took in creating a beautiful stain colour for the table top. The end result far exceeded my expectations!
Thank you for your hard work, Lola, and for the picture updates along the way!!
~Peggy
I was so very pleased with the results of my refurbished sideboard.
Lola did a great job, was always friendly and a joy to work with.
Will definitely use her skills again....
~Lesley
Lola did absolutely amazing work for me!
I hired her to restore 14 mid century dining room chairs and two damaged shadow box hangings.
Everything looks awesome!!! They have never been so beautiful.
Lola is organized, provides a detailed quote, and updates you regularly on her work for large projects.
She warns you if she thinks there may be extra costs involved in completing the project before doing the work.
Her work was of professional quality. It was completed on time and exceeded my expectations.
I will definitely have Lola undertake other projects for me.
~Mireille L. Owner of The Craigmyle.
LoLa provides a valuable, and timely service. After I removed carpets in two bedrooms and a hallway to uncover beautiful hardwood floors, I discovered that they were covered with paint splatter. Lo-La sanded them down and did the research to come up with an affordable and non-toxic, fast drying varnish that made our floors shine. She stayed in touch with me throughout the process in order to make decisions in a collaborative manner. Lo-La is happy to work in conjunction with clients in order to save on labor costs. LoLa did other work for me as well: straightened a wooden gate so it stopped dragging, finished some drywall repairs and painted my bathrooms. These may seem like minor repairs, but they've made my home much more pleasant to live in. There's still more work to be done, and I look forward to working with LoLa again. Her meticulous attention to detail, her timeliness, and sincere personality make her the best in the business.
~Dora J., Saanich
Not only did we get 5 beautiful vegetable beds custom constructed, but Lola’s suggestions for design and
structural modifications resulted in better beds than we had envisioned.
The project was completed in a timely manner and the price was far lower than we expected.
We are super pleased and the beds are already the envy of several of our neighbors and friends.
Shondra and Curt
I recently met Lola when she did a move out house cleaning service for me . As we were chatting she mentioned the other services she provided one of them being furniture restoration. So I entrusted a small 17th century chair to her for restoration and a small table she did an amazing job on them both !! I wish I had done this sooner . Lola is fairly priced trustworthy keeps you informed of the stages . I would highly recommend her for any of the services she provides. Thank you again Lola
~Barbara
I dragged my feet for such a long time , leaving my great Baughman Recliner chair in the garage.
If only I'd known Lo-La could do the job of refurbishing the flattened seat cushion and
re-upholstering so quickly, reasonably and well, I could've been sitting comfortably in it for years!
Thank you . I'm very pleased!
~Richard
"We found Lola through an Internet search for furniture repair when we were trying to have a lift-chair with a broken back repaired. A tech from one of the medical supply houses said that the age of the chair precluded repair, and we could not (and did not want to) have the chair taken to a shop in town for repair, so we contacted Lola, who responded promptly, set up a mutually convenient time, and came to our home to assess the problem. She did come prepared, though, and was able to fix the chair with the tools and parts that she had available, at less that it would have cost to transport the chair into town and back. I highly recommend her."
~Dwight
Lola did a wonderful job of re- finishing the legs on my two chairs.
Her price was fair and she completed the work In a timely and efficient manner.
Her input on color matching the color to current pieces in our home and keeping the cost reasonable was appreciated.
I would be happy to use Lola again.
~Lily
Lola did a wonderful job restoring our 25-year old dining table chairs. She made a site visit to provide a free, no obligation estimate and advice. She kept to the agreed plan and completed the work on time and on budget. I really appreciate the knowledge, experience and care that she brings to her work. I recommend this artisan and craftsman without reservation.
~Ed Fitch
I just want to say we are very happy with the outdoor restoration and re-painting work you did for us on our Heritage home.
You were always punctual and put a full day in, always making sure to tidy the site up before you left.
Everyone is commenting on the great job you did. Our house has never looked so good!!!
We will certainly be recommending your expertise to others.
Thanks again,
~Karen Gibbs
'Lola was excellent to work with! I needed some teak patio furniture restored back to its original state, and she did an outstanding job.
Lola kept me in the loop throughout the whole process, and was very knowledgeable when it came to choosing the right product to get the job done. I would recommend Lola in a heartbeat!
Lola, thank you again for all of your hard work!'
~Freya
Lola is a dream to work with. Professional, punctual, knowledgeable and a fount of creative ideas. This summer, she gave the dining room suite that's been in our family since 1929 a new lease on life. She accomplished exactly what we wanted – to restore the warmth and sheen of the wood without removing its heritage and original colour. Rather than stripping the chairs with harsh chemicals, Lola used natural products and old-fashioned methods to remove decades of paste wax from the wood and bring back its beauty. The results are stunning. And the reupholstered seats are infinitely more comfortable than the originals. We couldn't be happier with her work. ~Sheri G.
"Lola had clear ideas of how to get the results I wanted, and creative solutions to stay within my budget; turnaround was prompt, and the end result was of high enough quality for me to use my reupholstered chair in a professional setting.”
Thanks so much for your great work!
~Emma
Laurin is both professional and personable, whether working on furniture assembly/refinishing, interior painting, home organization, garden planning and maintenance, specialized shopping and sourcing, or hanging our little 'art gallery,' and more. Unlike many people in the handyperson category, she communicates well and stays in touch. Also impressive: she recommends another serviceperson if the job is beyond her experience. She extends my ability to get things done in so many directions, I don't know what I'd do without her!
~Kate W
I had the absolute pleasure of handing Lola my family heirloom chair which has immense sentimental value to me. It had definitely taken a beating after surviving multiple generations of kids and pets using it until there was nothing left but a simple shell of what it once was. She was so talented at seeing past the torn and faded rags of fabric as well as the broken and scratched up wood. She took the time to listen and understand my requests, made well informed and creative suggestions for me to consider, and constantly kept me well informed on the progress of the project. She was incredibly speedy and super accommodating. The result is a stunning piece of furniture that many more generations of our family will enjoy. I cannot say enough about the incredibly amazing service that she provided throughout my whole experience.
~Julie Dopierala
Thank you Lola!!! Definitely will be bringing all my treasures to you to bring them back to life!
While restoring my dresser and mirror she even repaired a cracked cabinet base and a chewed corner beautifully.
Lola is friendly, accommodating, talented and reasonable.
Her shop is cute organized and clean and conveniently located in greater Victoria. = a very happy customer,
~Dionne
Our experience with Lola was nothing short of amazing. She was so attentive to detail, listened to our concerns and kept us involved with updates throughout the process. We couldn't be happier with the outcome of our chairs and cushions we look forward to working with her again!
~Sam and Hannah
It was so awesome to re-purpose a set of weary dark cabinets. With a bit of paint and the magic of Lola, I now have a bright and fresh display and book case. Just super!!!
~Shirley :)
We are very happy with the great work done by
Laurin. She kept us updated every day with pictures. Our old table looks brand new now! Thanks.
~Miho and John
Working with Lola on the refinishing of our solid oak kitchen table and chairs has been a pleasure. Lola offers a very collaborative approach to working on a project, communicating throughout the process to ensure your vision is being realized in her work.
I would enthusiastically recommend her to anyone as I know she takes great pride in her craftsmanship. I am hoping to find another project for her in the near future !
~Bill Evans
I rescued an antique blanket chest from going to the landfill. It was in
sad shape, the legs and lid broken off of it. It looked like it had lots of
stories in it, and underneath all of the lacquer and varnish might be
beauty. I began to strip the old finish off, and soon realized this was
more than I would be able to handle.
That was when I found Lola.
Immediately I could tell that she had the talent and passion for restoring
old lost treasures, and she knew exactly what to do to restore this old
chest. When it was finished, the beautiful grain of the cedar and the
intricate old craftwork was brought to life.
I highly recommend Lola for anyone wanting to refinish old treasures and
uncover hidden beauty.
~Allen
New to needing wood repair, I can honestly say meeting Lola was the best first experience, and one that has me referring others. Lola was knowledgeable, passionate, friendly, honest and skilled in her craft.
I love my table! Thanks Lola!
~Frank
"I hired Lo-La for consultation, delivery, carpentry and garden work and I'm happy that I did. She is reliable, has great ideas, is a hard worker and is easy to work with. I am even recommending her to my mother! I look forward to hiring Lo-la again. "You're paying for quality service"." ~Beverly
"Lo-La has been our trusted housekeeper and handywoman for the past 2 years and continues to take care of our 101 year old Victorian Mansion with 7 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms in Oak Bay. We run our family home as a Homestay accommodation for students from all over the world and therefore rely heavily upon a great cleaning routine each week to keep us up to standard. Lola is a great communicator and is extremely reliable; she texts me every week to confirm what special projects we may have and gathers all the details of our ‘Shine and Sparkle Session’, as she so fondly calls it!" ~Holly-Dale
"The fence was beautifully finished by Lo-La. Her cheery disposition and efficient work ethic made us think this monumental task had been fun and easily accomplished by her."
~Sheila
"Our home had been on the market for three months when we called Lola she did a bang up thorough and quick job of cleaning and staging. It's sold in four days! Yippee!!" - Chet .
"Lo-La provided her services to us when we were hosting a very elaborate, multi course dinner party for 14 guests last summer. Her services for that specific event included house cleaning, assistance with putting up theme décor, completion of dinner prep, serving each course to the guests and clean-up. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Lo-La. She quickly understands what needs to be done, is fast, thorough, detail oriented and professional. Lo-La has such a flare with anything she does. She is my go to resource to help with the impossible!" - Frances
"Lo-La is first class in every aspect! Always punctual, great with our kids, super reliable and she always does little extras without ever being asked. I would recommend Lo-la to anyone in a similar situation to ours or for anyone looking for a competent and confident handy person."
- Jamie and Joyanne
"The house looks Fabulous. Thank You for Your help. I Love The Black" (trim and door color change for our upocoming home sale)
~Nicole
"Lo-La did a variety of tasks for me: painting, cutting down a tree, planing a door, caulking, finishing two table tops.... Everything she did she did cheerfully, competently and conscientiously. I will call her again should the need arise."
~ Mary Lou H
"I had the pleasure of hiring Lola to build a fence for me. Not only did we build a custom fence from the wood I had available but with my assistance Lola constructed it in what I consider to be record time. I hope to have the opportunity again to hire Lola to build me something wonderful."
~Katherine
"With great care, Lola rescued an antique piece of pine furniture from a horribly dark stained and higly varnished state to it's former and intended glowing glory.
She's lovely to work with and has a very down to earth approach to her work and her clients.
Refreshing.
-Corinna"
"I hired Laurin to make a custom dog ramp based on photos & measurements. She did an excellent job & in fact improved upon the original. The work was done quickly & in the most cost effective manner. I'd hire her again in a heartbeat."
Dayna D
"I recently tasked Lola with stripping years and years of old finish off of my Victrola.
Her careful and thorough attention meant that I ended up with a Victrola looking better than new. "
Sandra
"Using her eye for detail and creative ability, Lola reupholstered a very old arm chair while using existing materials and no pattern. It was not an easy task but I couldn't be happier with the end result. It is a beautiful and eclectic addition to our home. Thank you!
~Stephanie
"You breathed new life into our weather distressed deck railings and floor. Your excellent sanding and painting created a lovely leisure area for us that looks better than new."
Thank you, Lola.
Mill Bay BC
And she did a great job refinishing my worn decks and fence- what more could you ask for?
Caryl Woodward
We were looking for someone to refinish an old China cabinet that was my grandmothers. Came across Lola add on used Victoria. We sent it off to her hoping for the best, Lola was able to capture what was in ours heads, and make it reality, we could not have been more pleased. We have since sent an oak coffee table and dining room table and chairs set and have been over the moon with the results. We will definitely be our go too for any future projects.
~ Kathy and Katie
Apparently no job is too small or quirky for Lola. Recently my husband needed some “ custom “ work done so he asked Lola to come to his rescue. And she magically created a set of 4 cedar post caps and 6 speaker wire nests that fit exactly and looked amazing. He was one happy guy!
~Selina and Cyrus
We had Lola paint our bathroom living room, stairwell and entry. She also varnished our closet doors and refurbished our brick fireplace beautifully!
Lola is incredibly friendly and easy to welcome into your home (or work in progress). She was open to every idea and was great at helping share insights and wisdom to build off of and create a better finished project. I highly recommend working with her for your next project!
~Kali & Paul
We hired Lola to paint the interior of our house after renos. She did a great job, with careful attention to details. She’s very professional, with multiple options for payment which we appreciated. She was able to work around our hectic reno schedule and somehow make everything look easy. We had a deadline, and Lola helped us get there in plenty of time. As well, she refinished and/or repaired 3 vintage pieces we’ve had in the family for decades, making each piece look and work much better then they have in years. She’s a lovely person, and a skilled craftswoman. Thank you again, Lola, we love our new home and have received many compliments on the paint color's and the work you’ve done for us.
Cheers ~Sue & Paul Duncan, BC
Awesome job Lo-La ! My weary dull peeling deck fence and lattice work looks brand new and thanks so much for recommending the BEST stain to renew it ! You work was painstakingly caring with hefty sanding and blowing off all debris to clean it all up before applying two coats of stain ! Your cheerful demeanor, get-'er-done attitude and help catching my escaped pup just added to the delight of the day.
Thank you !! ~Christine
i needed some exterior painting done and found Lola through her ad on usedcowichan. I didn't know what to expect but was impressed with how she arrived organized with all of her supplies and ready to work. Lola is very pleasant, did a great job and I will have her back again for my next project.
~Erica Sutfin
Lo-La was such a help fixing what looks like just an old chair to most people but to me it is memories of time spent at my grandparents. I thought it would just be garbage after the arm fell off and the back broke but she breathed new life back into it and now I can take my time to find the same stain so it looks just like it did sitting on my grandparents porch when I was little.
~Tracy-Lynn
I hired Lola to build some custom planter boxes for me. She went above and beyond the call of duty in planning and giving me ideas to make my vision not only come to life but be better! On the day she arrived she was prompt, courteous, funny and a super hard worker! Loved having her do the job and can’t wait for help from her on my next project!
~Allison
What a great day when we found Lola via her website. She is personable and is skillful in her craft. Her suggestions are constructive and practical. We needed two antique chairs repaired and restored. In two days she had our chairs glued, sanded, repaired, stained and restored. Her skilled workmanship and artistic style is a perfect blend for mastery. We will continue to have her work on projects for us. We highly recommend Lola.
~Anita and Jim
Lola is AMAZING! My mom originally hired her to help with a few projects and my husband and I have been calling on her ever since. Not only has she completely organized our house, she has refurbished old furniture, prepped and painted our bathroom & sunroom and refinished our exterior porch. Lo-La is meticulous - the work she has done for us has all been fantastic! If you’re seeking an efficient, energetic, highly-skilled handywoman, Lola is your girl! I am so very thankful we found her.
~Sara and Rod
I had the most amazing experience with Lola this holiday season! We approached her with an idea for a custom piece, and she absolutely came through. From start to finish, she worked with us on every step of our vision for a shelf/display case built from the body of a refurbished acoustic guitar. We absolutely love it! The finished product has a beautiful stain and professional quality finish. We would highly recommend Lola for any custom wood working projects, she was complete pleasure!
~Holly-Lee
Lola did it again! My 1990’s hand crafted oak cabinets and speaker boxes received a much needed update. Behold the blue and gun metal grey artisan cabinets and desert tan distressed and repurposed entry bench and boot cubby. A totally new and welcoming modern foyer. Thank You Lola 😄
~Shirley :)
I just saw my refurbished Tv table And ....WOW THAT IS EXACTLY THE COLOR. IT'S BEAUTIFUL. I LOVE WHEN YOU SPREAD YOUR SUNSHINE AROUND. Thank you. 🙂 L.A.
It was a pleasure having Lo-La on our deck building crew this past fall. I appreciated her attention to detail while sanding and staining thousands (yes, literally thousands!) of feet of western red cedar. Her care for producing a premium product while working with a difficult stain-in sometimes difficult weather-speaks to her work ethic. Punctual, reliable, positive, and competent in her craft, I would not hesitate to recommend Laurin's services.
Thanks for your hard work and all that you brought to our team!
~Adrian Shelley
Stonewood Designs
I hired Lola to assist me with my transition from living in a family home to a condominium. Her organization skills we’re above and beyond what I could’ve ever expected. Lola was reliable, cheery and flexible. She worked well with me for the weeks leading up to the move and has helped me settle into my new home with furniture assembly, organization and determined resolve in a painful process of furniture store reconciliation of poor service and products :) . I am so grateful I found her to help me get this job done. I have memory problems and get distracted easily but she keep me on track and provided me with a stress free environment. Thank-you
~Leah A
Just wanted to let you know how pleased I was with the refurbishing work you did on my sad little teak orphan chairs. Once the seats were back in place they looked like they were truly part of the family, with little to show from their rougher life. I love them!
~Judi
Thanks so much Lola for building me a wonderful raised bed for my raspberries!! I very much admire your skills. Can hardly wait to get the raspberries planted and when the first berries have ripened, I will call you so that hopefully, you can come over and enjoy the berries and some of my homemade ice cream!! You’re the best!
Judy
Lola is a perfectionist! Her skill, leadership and get 'er done attitude got my renovation project on track. Without her, “Airbright Cottage”,my BnB in Shawnigan, would not be the success it is today.
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Lola helped me with a painful renovation to my Shawnigan Lake cottage. She is a take charge girl who does impeccable work. I would recommend her services to anyone.
Thank You Lola
~Lynn
My raised cedar veggie boxes designed and built by Lola over three years ago now needed a more spiffy update. We asked Lola to do this for us By Repurposing old used wood, we had on hand, for trimming the boxes and Gate . She was happy to repurpose the lumber and refinish it just in time for spring !
She did not disappoint us in the least, In fact we were THRILLED with how beautifully she made the veggie patch and deer proof enclosure match our the garden shed and fence. Thank you Lola!
~Shondra and Curt
Our entire family has been lucky enough to use Lola’s company for over three years! She has helped us with moving, packing, organizing (which she is incredibly good at) furniture repair and refinishing (even delicate, treasured pieces), exterior and interior painting, hanging Christmas décor – you name it! She is a lovely person, always on time and very respectful of your home and time. She tries hard to fit you into her busy schedule and even works weekend if necessary to get the job done. I can’t say enough about Lola – she has saved me several times and I always feel this tremendous sigh of relief whenever she arrives! Thank you for being your wonderful self and making our lives so much easier!”
The Park Family
We loved the arm chairs and table of our dining room furniture but they did not match our side chairs or each other. . Lola arrived on the scene and worked her magic on the side chairs to co-ordinate all three . Now I have a unique and beautiful dining room SET.
Thank you Lola!
~Sharon and Craig
We found ourselves knee-deep in an overwhelming project: refinishing hardwood floors in our heritage house. Lola came in and saved the day! Her expertise and work ethic brought our rough floors to stain-ready, including all the clean up and prep, saving us hours of work. Lola is bright and positive, full of energy and great ideas. She's helped us clean and organize our garage, and get our home housesitter-ready before a vacation, all with a big smile and wonderful efficiency. We love Lola and highly recommend her! If you're looking for less stress and a tremendous sense of support and relief, call Lola today." ~ Jody
I originally hired Lola for a short- term deep clean of our home. We were so impressed by her thorough cleaning that we ended up having her come every two weeks. She is trustworthy, friendly and always does a good job. Coming home on a "lola friday" is a treat. I have recommended her work to friends and family. I just hope she doesn't get TOO busy! ~Karina
Lola looked after our B&B while we were traveling. We could leave confident that our cottage was in good hands as Lola had shown us that she is totally trustworthy, reliable, enthusiastic, knowledgeable and capable with wonderful people skills.and a knack for making guests feel comfortable. We feel privileged and grateful to have found her. All the best,
~Elisabeth and Richard
I was so pleased to find Lola. No one else was equipped or willing to refinish my outdoor cedar furniture. It had begun to peel and blister from the weather. Because it is made from salvaged logs, I really wanted to keep them looking their best. There were 5 pieces including two Adirondack chairs. Not easy work. Lola did a beautiful job, taking the old finish off, sanding and re-staining . They look better than new. She also repaired and refinished a 1 drawer oak filing cabinet and truly brought it back to life and usefulness. So happy to repair and not replace.
I highly recommend her.
~Daphne McKeen, Victoria
Thank you so much !!
Lola did such an amazing job with our dining room set! She was patient and helpful in assisting with achieving my vision and she nailed it! The table and benches turned out better than I coud have imagined. Thank you so much for turning our outdated overused dining set into a piece or art.
We love it!
~Jamie and Shane
I just wanted to say that I enjoyed working with Lola on my Tv cabinet project. She listened carefully to what I wanted and kept me informed along the way as to how the work was progressing. And, most
importantly, I'm happy with the results. Thanks again,
~Pat
Lola painted a dresser and restored the hardware to update the look. I am Very happy with my dresser :) ~Melissa
Lola was professional, knew her stuff, and kept to her timeline ~ The results were fabulous! She stripped, sanded, and stained our old dining room table and brought it back to life, as well as completing a few furniture repairs around the house with ease. She also beautifully reupholstered my dining room chairs . Pick up and delivery of the project items was a great help to boot ~ highly recommended!
~Elise Simon-Mitchell
Lola did a fabulous job of painting and repairing a dresser and another set of a dresser and matching side table for us. Not only was it affordable and done well, it was done quickly! We really appreciated your attention to detail and will look forward to bringing more of our “projects” your way!
All the best,
~Valerie
With Lola's guidance regarding color and materials, my rather dated brass framed series of 6 framed prints got a new lease on life. Lola was able to refinish the old metal frames in a manner that revitalized the artwork and made me fall in love with the prints all over again.
~Cletus and Shauna
Lola recently came and painted 3 bedrooms for us, put up new curtain rods and helped us to hang curtains. She was punctual, hardworking, and brought a special energy and sparkle to the task. Not only were we pleased with the result, but we enjoyed the process! I would recommend her without reservation and look forward to working with her again.
~Miriam
I recently had a footstool recovered by Lola and was super pleased with the results. She is also a delight to work with and amazingly quick!
I would highly recommend her if you need anything done.
Love my stool...thank you Lola!
~Judith Victoria BC
IF YOU’RE LOOKING FOR A GREAT PAINT JOB AND YOU WANT SOMEONE TO APPEAR ON THE JOB WHEN THEY PROMISE
AND WORK UNTIL THE JOB IS FINISHED TO YOUR SPECS, DON’T LOOK ANY FURTHER!
BECAUSE HERE IS THE 5*+ COMPANY FOR YOU.
~Merv and Lillian
I had Lola refinish an old mahogany dining room table along with a mahogany coffee table. There were some definite challenges with the dining room table due to damage and neglect. I was ecstatic when I saw what a beautiful job she did on it. The restoration was done with loving hands as if it were her own. I'm so happy with my restored tables - I would recommend her for any piece you want restored to it's natural beauty.
~Charlene Z
I used Lola's company to do some furniture touch-up and other handy-woman jobs around my home. She worked alongside me for more than two days and was fantastic! Her work ethic was remarkable and as well, she was on-time and very reasonably priced! She touched up a very special piece of furniture I brought from overseas and did a beautiful job. As well, she helped me organize my small garage and made my life so much easier. I totally recommend Lola - a joy to work with!
~Lorna
I contacted Lola with my ideas for some raised cedar garden boxes.
So awesome when someone cares about not just the short term appeal, but the long-term sustainability and quality of their product!! Lola patiently worked with me through a few iterations of design and budget, hitting the mark with both. Her skills seem to be quite diverse, so I hope to work with her again on other projects!
~Jenna
I hired Lola to refinish my large outdated maple table set and matching wine rack.
She communicated with me as my pieces were worked on with updates and pictures,
I felt very connected to the entire process ...the end result...
I love them...exactly what I was looking for and you made it happen!....any future project is yours to do. Thank you Lola ....you are a good soul with a talent!
~Carol
When I wanted to have my handmade Morris chair re-stained and re-upholstered, I knew Lo-La would do a great job. She brought the attention to detail that the piece required, and she knew how to honour the chair's age and unique personality. I appreciated her enthusiasm and professionalism as well as her excellent problem-solving skills. I'm very happy with the results.
~KK
So excited about this table!!
Lola completely transformed our Oak dining table. When we first discussed my vision for the finished product, Lola thoroughly guided me through the many colour and finish options. I appreciated her input, as well as the care she took in creating a beautiful stain colour for the table top. The end result far exceeded my expectations!
Thank you for your hard work, Lola, and for the picture updates along the way!!
~Peggy
I was so very pleased with the results of my refurbished sideboard.
Lola did a great job, was always friendly and a joy to work with.
Will definitely use her skills again....
~Lesley
Lola did absolutely amazing work for me!
I hired her to restore 14 mid century dining room chairs and two damaged shadow box hangings.
Everything looks awesome!!! They have never been so beautiful.
Lola is organized, provides a detailed quote, and updates you regularly on her work for large projects.
She warns you if she thinks there may be extra costs involved in completing the project before doing the work.
Her work was of professional quality. It was completed on time and exceeded my expectations.
I will definitely have Lola undertake other projects for me.
~Mireille L. Owner of The Craigmyle.
LoLa provides a valuable, and timely service. After I removed carpets in two bedrooms and a hallway to uncover beautiful hardwood floors, I discovered that they were covered with paint splatter. Lo-La sanded them down and did the research to come up with an affordable and non-toxic, fast drying varnish that made our floors shine. She stayed in touch with me throughout the process in order to make decisions in a collaborative manner. Lo-La is happy to work in conjunction with clients in order to save on labor costs. LoLa did other work for me as well: straightened a wooden gate so it stopped dragging, finished some drywall repairs and painted my bathrooms. These may seem like minor repairs, but they've made my home much more pleasant to live in. There's still more work to be done, and I look forward to working with LoLa again. Her meticulous attention to detail, her timeliness, and sincere personality make her the best in the business.
~Dora J., Saanich
Not only did we get 5 beautiful vegetable beds custom constructed, but Lola’s suggestions for design and
structural modifications resulted in better beds than we had envisioned.
The project was completed in a timely manner and the price was far lower than we expected.
We are super pleased and the beds are already the envy of several of our neighbors and friends.
Shondra and Curt
I recently met Lola when she did a move out house cleaning service for me . As we were chatting she mentioned the other services she provided one of them being furniture restoration. So I entrusted a small 17th century chair to her for restoration and a small table she did an amazing job on them both !! I wish I had done this sooner . Lola is fairly priced trustworthy keeps you informed of the stages . I would highly recommend her for any of the services she provides. Thank you again Lola
~Barbara
I dragged my feet for such a long time , leaving my great Baughman Recliner chair in the garage.
If only I'd known Lo-La could do the job of refurbishing the flattened seat cushion and
re-upholstering so quickly, reasonably and well, I could've been sitting comfortably in it for years!
Thank you . I'm very pleased!
~Richard
"We found Lola through an Internet search for furniture repair when we were trying to have a lift-chair with a broken back repaired. A tech from one of the medical supply houses said that the age of the chair precluded repair, and we could not (and did not want to) have the chair taken to a shop in town for repair, so we contacted Lola, who responded promptly, set up a mutually convenient time, and came to our home to assess the problem. She did come prepared, though, and was able to fix the chair with the tools and parts that she had available, at less that it would have cost to transport the chair into town and back. I highly recommend her."
~Dwight
Lola did a wonderful job of re- finishing the legs on my two chairs.
Her price was fair and she completed the work In a timely and efficient manner.
Her input on color matching the color to current pieces in our home and keeping the cost reasonable was appreciated.
I would be happy to use Lola again.
~Lily
Lola did a wonderful job restoring our 25-year old dining table chairs. She made a site visit to provide a free, no obligation estimate and advice. She kept to the agreed plan and completed the work on time and on budget. I really appreciate the knowledge, experience and care that she brings to her work. I recommend this artisan and craftsman without reservation.
~Ed Fitch
I just want to say we are very happy with the outdoor restoration and re-painting work you did for us on our Heritage home.
You were always punctual and put a full day in, always making sure to tidy the site up before you left.
Everyone is commenting on the great job you did. Our house has never looked so good!!!
We will certainly be recommending your expertise to others.
Thanks again,
~Karen Gibbs
'Lola was excellent to work with! I needed some teak patio furniture restored back to its original state, and she did an outstanding job.
Lola kept me in the loop throughout the whole process, and was very knowledgeable when it came to choosing the right product to get the job done. I would recommend Lola in a heartbeat!
Lola, thank you again for all of your hard work!'
~Freya
Lola is a dream to work with. Professional, punctual, knowledgeable and a fount of creative ideas. This summer, she gave the dining room suite that's been in our family since 1929 a new lease on life. She accomplished exactly what we wanted – to restore the warmth and sheen of the wood without removing its heritage and original colour. Rather than stripping the chairs with harsh chemicals, Lola used natural products and old-fashioned methods to remove decades of paste wax from the wood and bring back its beauty. The results are stunning. And the reupholstered seats are infinitely more comfortable than the originals. We couldn't be happier with her work. ~Sheri G.
"Lola had clear ideas of how to get the results I wanted, and creative solutions to stay within my budget; turnaround was prompt, and the end result was of high enough quality for me to use my reupholstered chair in a professional setting.”
Thanks so much for your great work!
~Emma
Laurin is both professional and personable, whether working on furniture assembly/refinishing, interior painting, home organization, garden planning and maintenance, specialized shopping and sourcing, or hanging our little 'art gallery,' and more. Unlike many people in the handyperson category, she communicates well and stays in touch. Also impressive: she recommends another serviceperson if the job is beyond her experience. She extends my ability to get things done in so many directions, I don't know what I'd do without her!
~Kate W
I had the absolute pleasure of handing Lola my family heirloom chair which has immense sentimental value to me. It had definitely taken a beating after surviving multiple generations of kids and pets using it until there was nothing left but a simple shell of what it once was. She was so talented at seeing past the torn and faded rags of fabric as well as the broken and scratched up wood. She took the time to listen and understand my requests, made well informed and creative suggestions for me to consider, and constantly kept me well informed on the progress of the project. She was incredibly speedy and super accommodating. The result is a stunning piece of furniture that many more generations of our family will enjoy. I cannot say enough about the incredibly amazing service that she provided throughout my whole experience.
~Julie Dopierala
Thank you Lola!!! Definitely will be bringing all my treasures to you to bring them back to life!
While restoring my dresser and mirror she even repaired a cracked cabinet base and a chewed corner beautifully.
Lola is friendly, accommodating, talented and reasonable.
Her shop is cute organized and clean and conveniently located in greater Victoria. = a very happy customer,
~Dionne
Our experience with Lola was nothing short of amazing. She was so attentive to detail, listened to our concerns and kept us involved with updates throughout the process. We couldn't be happier with the outcome of our chairs and cushions we look forward to working with her again!
~Sam and Hannah
It was so awesome to re-purpose a set of weary dark cabinets. With a bit of paint and the magic of Lola, I now have a bright and fresh display and book case. Just super!!!
~Shirley :)
We are very happy with the great work done by
Laurin. She kept us updated every day with pictures. Our old table looks brand new now! Thanks.
~Miho and John
Working with Lola on the refinishing of our solid oak kitchen table and chairs has been a pleasure. Lola offers a very collaborative approach to working on a project, communicating throughout the process to ensure your vision is being realized in her work.
I would enthusiastically recommend her to anyone as I know she takes great pride in her craftsmanship. I am hoping to find another project for her in the near future !
~Bill Evans
I rescued an antique blanket chest from going to the landfill. It was in
sad shape, the legs and lid broken off of it. It looked like it had lots of
stories in it, and underneath all of the lacquer and varnish might be
beauty. I began to strip the old finish off, and soon realized this was
more than I would be able to handle.
That was when I found Lola.
Immediately I could tell that she had the talent and passion for restoring
old lost treasures, and she knew exactly what to do to restore this old
chest. When it was finished, the beautiful grain of the cedar and the
intricate old craftwork was brought to life.
I highly recommend Lola for anyone wanting to refinish old treasures and
uncover hidden beauty.
~Allen
New to needing wood repair, I can honestly say meeting Lola was the best first experience, and one that has me referring others. Lola was knowledgeable, passionate, friendly, honest and skilled in her craft.
I love my table! Thanks Lola!
~Frank
"I hired Lo-La for consultation, delivery, carpentry and garden work and I'm happy that I did. She is reliable, has great ideas, is a hard worker and is easy to work with. I am even recommending her to my mother! I look forward to hiring Lo-la again. "You're paying for quality service"." ~Beverly
"Lo-La has been our trusted housekeeper and handywoman for the past 2 years and continues to take care of our 101 year old Victorian Mansion with 7 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms in Oak Bay. We run our family home as a Homestay accommodation for students from all over the world and therefore rely heavily upon a great cleaning routine each week to keep us up to standard. Lola is a great communicator and is extremely reliable; she texts me every week to confirm what special projects we may have and gathers all the details of our ‘Shine and Sparkle Session’, as she so fondly calls it!" ~Holly-Dale
"The fence was beautifully finished by Lo-La. Her cheery disposition and efficient work ethic made us think this monumental task had been fun and easily accomplished by her."
~Sheila
"Our home had been on the market for three months when we called Lola she did a bang up thorough and quick job of cleaning and staging. It's sold in four days! Yippee!!" - Chet .
"Lo-La provided her services to us when we were hosting a very elaborate, multi course dinner party for 14 guests last summer. Her services for that specific event included house cleaning, assistance with putting up theme décor, completion of dinner prep, serving each course to the guests and clean-up. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Lo-La. She quickly understands what needs to be done, is fast, thorough, detail oriented and professional. Lo-La has such a flare with anything she does. She is my go to resource to help with the impossible!" - Frances
"Lo-La is first class in every aspect! Always punctual, great with our kids, super reliable and she always does little extras without ever being asked. I would recommend Lo-la to anyone in a similar situation to ours or for anyone looking for a competent and confident handy person."
- Jamie and Joyanne
"The house looks Fabulous. Thank You for Your help. I Love The Black" (trim and door color change for our upocoming home sale)
~Nicole
"Lo-La did a variety of tasks for me: painting, cutting down a tree, planing a door, caulking, finishing two table tops.... Everything she did she did cheerfully, competently and conscientiously. I will call her again should the need arise."
~ Mary Lou H
"I had the pleasure of hiring Lola to build a fence for me. Not only did we build a custom fence from the wood I had available but with my assistance Lola constructed it in what I consider to be record time. I hope to have the opportunity again to hire Lola to build me something wonderful."
~Katherine
"With great care, Lola rescued an antique piece of pine furniture from a horribly dark stained and higly varnished state to it's former and intended glowing glory.
She's lovely to work with and has a very down to earth approach to her work and her clients.
Refreshing.
-Corinna"
"I hired Laurin to make a custom dog ramp based on photos & measurements. She did an excellent job & in fact improved upon the original. The work was done quickly & in the most cost effective manner. I'd hire her again in a heartbeat."
Dayna D
"I recently tasked Lola with stripping years and years of old finish off of my Victrola.
Her careful and thorough attention meant that I ended up with a Victrola looking better than new. "
Sandra
"Using her eye for detail and creative ability, Lola reupholstered a very old arm chair while using existing materials and no pattern. It was not an easy task but I couldn't be happier with the end result. It is a beautiful and eclectic addition to our home. Thank you!
~Stephanie
"You breathed new life into our weather distressed deck railings and floor. Your excellent sanding and painting created a lovely leisure area for us that looks better than new."
Thank you, Lola.
Mill Bay BC