Ron Mutch of Errol is a time served traditional cabinet maker and French polisher. He has his workshop on the outskirts of Errol, based in rural Perthshire.He has been involved with the antique restoration business since 1973 serving his apprenticeship at Errol Antiques under the auspices of Mr Charles Knox, who was the foreman cabinet maker at the Dundee furniture manufacturer Thomas Justice & Sons before moving to Errol Antiques. During one's apprenticeship all the traditional aspects of work a restorer learns were perfected under the ever watchful eye of Mr Knox. During Ron's 38 year involvement with the trade, all varieties of work have been undertaken and has been involved with other craftsmen, such as wood turning, woodcarving and upholstery. The highest standards being achived as required by Ron Mutch Antique Restorations. Individual dining room chairs can be produced matching the originals to complete a set, where on has been lost or damaged beyond repair, or if needed a complete dining room set can be produced.

Examples of Ron's work can be found at:

• Glamis Castle
• Royal and Ancient Golf Club, St. Andrews
• Forgan House, Owned by Royal and Ancient Golf Club
• Balmungo House, St. Andrews
• Abernyte Antiques Centre
• Various other antique centres all over Scotland
• Findynate Estate, Strathtay area
• Also work from local auctioneers including one in Aberdeen
• Lots of private castles and private mansions
• Also antique dealers and private customers
• Also restored most of the pieces out of Balthayock House, Balthayock Estate after it went on fire
• Adam McNee Interior Designers, Perth