Frequently Asked Questions
Helpful answers about my photo restoration and colourisation services.
My photo restoration services start from £9 for basic repairs. Advanced restoration typically costs between £15-£25, and full colourisation starts from £30. I provide free, no-obligation quotes for every project.
Most restorations are completed in less than 24 hours. For very complex projects or multiple photos, it may take up to 1-3 days. I always provide an estimated delivery date with each quote.
For the best results, scan photographs at a minimum of 600 DPI. If the original image is small and needs enlarging, please select 1200 DPI if the scanner supports this option. A higher resolution captures more detail, which significantly improves the final result.
Yes, I can repair photos with significant tears, missing pieces, water damage and severe fading. I use advanced reconstruction techniques to rebuild missing details based on the surrounding context.
Absolutely. I never modify the original file; all work is done on a copy. I use secure cloud storage and encrypted connections to keep photos private and safe at all times.
Currently, I specialise in high-resolution digital restoration. I provide a high-quality file that can be printed at any local or online photo lab, which keeps prices low and turnaround times fast.
Scan Settings for Best Results
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Resolution
Scan photographs at a minimum of 600 DPI. If the original image is small and needs enlarging, please select 1200 DPI if the scanner supports this option. A higher resolution captures more detail, which significantly improves the final result. -
Disable Automatic Enhancements
Many scanners offer built-in features such as dust removal, colour correction or sharpening. Please ensure these automatic adjustments are turned off. I prefer to work with the untouched original scan rather than an image that has already been digitally altered. -
Use Colour Mode
Even when scanning a black and white photograph, choose colour mode instead of greyscale. Colour scanning captures more image data and subtle tonal information, which helps produce a more accurate restoration. -
Save as TIFF (Preferred)
If possible, save the file in TIFF format. TIFF files are uncompressed, meaning no image data is lost. Although the file size will be larger, this provides far more detail to work with. If TIFF is not available, saving as JPEG is perfectly acceptable.
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