Question 1

Is there earning potential & success for art restoration?

Accepted Answer

The industry is in need of experts in this field.  Sources of income and the earnings potential is only limited to what you want to consider. Opportunities as a private commission only service or a large scale Disaster Relief business will offer $50 to $400 an hour.  Tindell's can assist with setting your business up.

Question 2

Do I need to have an art background to master the art of restoration?

Accepted Answer

You don't even need to be able to draw a straight line.  Tindell's can provide you with the tools, techniques and secrets to achieve wonderful results.  Tindell's has trained students for over 30 years with an excellent success rate.  We can offer referrals to talk with our long standing Apprenticeship program students and hear directly from them how wonderful an opportunity our school has created for them.

Question 3

Is transportation and lodging offered within your training package?

Accepted Answer

Tindell's can offer roundtrip transportation from the Orlando airport.  We can offer transportation during your stay and consider some lodging at the school itself.  We also offer a listing of recommended new nearby hotels.  We want you to be comfortable and relaxed with our best hospitality.

Question 4

How long does it take to complete a level of expertise to start restoration services?

Accepted Answer

Tindell's offers continued education to aid in a students growth from a beginner to advanced to master levels.  In as little as 3 days, you can have enough knowledge to develop the beginner skills necessary.  Our most accomplished students have been those who plan for continued training at our facility or our visit to their place.  We also offer online training, chat rooms and email shared Q&A's with photo examples.

Question 5

What types of restoration training does Tindell's Restoration School offer?

Accepted Answer

Our school offers a wide array of training programs, including but not limited to fire, smoke, water, and mold damage restoration. We provide beginner, intermediate, and advanced level courses to cater to a diverse range of experience levels.

Question 6

Is on-site training available?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we do provide on-site training options. If you would like training at your specific location, we can make the necessary arrangements.

Question 7

Do you offer any form of accreditation or certification?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we offer diplomas upon completion of our courses, which include testing to ensure mastery of the skills taught. These diplomas serve as accreditation of your expertise in the field of restoration.

Question 8

Can I work on my own pieces during the training?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! We encourage students to bring their own pieces to work on as it provides a practical, hands-on learning experience. However, this is not a requirement and is purely optional.

Question 9

How can I contact Tindell's Restoration School for further queries?

Accepted Answer

For any additional questions or concerns, please visit our contact page. We're always here to assist you on your journey to becoming a skilled restoration specialist.

Question 10

Do It Yourself with Training?

Accepted Answer

A "do it yourself " project can be a great experience, but good judgment should be used to evaluate what is best for the damaged object.  If that object is fragile, very sentimental or a hazard if not restored well, it would be advisable to acquire the services of a highly skilled specialist.  Or at least, work with a master restoration specialist to accomplish best results.

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