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Our Safe Work
Tullson’s Safe Restorations, LLC performs all safe restorations at our fully equipped shop in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. We handle every project in our controlled environment to ensure the highest level of precision, quality, and attention to detail.
Whether your antique safe requires mechanical repairs, surface preparation, repainting, time lock servicing, calibration, custom detailing, or full disassembly and reassembly, we bring it to our shop for expert work. This dedicated space allows us to use specialized tools, maintain uninterrupted focus, and apply traditional craftsmanship alongside modern techniques—delivering superior results every time.
With over 350 safes completed, our experience remains unquestionable. Our family-owned team—with more than 15 years of specialized expertise—restores antique safes like Mosler, Diebold, Hall’s, and other vintage models to full functionality, historical authenticity, and reliable security.
We can manage secure transport logistics to and from your location with white-glove professionalism. Your safe arrives at our shop, receives meticulous restoration, and returns to you protected, operational, and built to last for generations—all completed in our professional workshop setting.
Our Vault Work
Tullson’s Safe Restorations, LLC handles vault work with maximum flexibility to suit your needs. We perform restorations and related services either at our fully equipped shop in Mississippi or directly on-site at your project location.
For vault doors, historic bank vaults, or large-scale antique installations, we restore on site when removal isn’t practical—preserving the piece in its original setting while minimizing disruption to your home, business, or building. Our team travels to you for meticulous mechanical repairs, surface preparation, repainting, time lock servicing, and final testing, all with the same precision and care we bring to every project.
When conditions allow, we bring the vault door or components to our shop for more intensive work. This includes detailed disassembly, intricate repairs, custom detailing, and thorough reassembly in a controlled environment—ideal for complex restorations that benefit from specialized tools and uninterrupted focus.
Our family-owned team—with over 15 years of expertise—blends traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to deliver superior results either way. We ensure your vault regains full functionality, historical authenticity, and enhanced security, whether it’s a standalone vault door or part of a larger legacy installation.
Choose the approach that works best for your situation—we can handle logistics, secure transport if needed, and on-site setup with white-glove attention to detail. Your vault emerges protected, operational, and ready for generations of use.
Custom Painting
Tullson’s Safe Restorations, LLC excels in custom paintwork that transforms every antique safe into a true work of art. We hand-paint all murals, pinstriping, scrollwork, lettering, and decorative elements directly on your safe—never relying on decals, vinyl, or automated methods.
Chris, our skilled artisan applies intricate designs with precision brushes. We create detailed murals tailored to your vision, classic pinstriping for elegant lines and accents, and genuine gold leaf (often 18kt or 23kt) for luxurious highlights and timeless shine. We layer colors thoughtfully, blend shades for depth, and add custom flourishes like scrolls, borders, or personalized motifs. Whether you prefer subtle heritage restoration or bold, statement-making artistry, we match your exact style.
We can faithfully return your safe to its original artwork—recreating faded or damaged factory designs with historical accuracy—or add entirely new custom logos, designs, and graphics to make it uniquely yours. This flexibility lets you preserve authentic heritage or personalize the safe for modern use, such as incorporating family crests, business branding, or one-of-a-kind themes.
This fully handcrafted approach ensures every detail reflects authentic craftsmanship. It elevates your safe from functional security to a collector-grade masterpiece. With over 15 years of expertise and more than 350 safes restored, our family-owned team delivers unmatched quality in custom paint finishes. We honor the piece’s history while making it distinctly personal.
Miscellaneous
Tullson’s Safe Restorations, LLC offers a full range of specialized services beyond full restorations. We handle miscellaneous work with the same precision and expertise that defines our shop.
Our family-owned team—with over 15 years of experience and more than 350 safes restored—provides expert lock repairs on antique and vintage mechanisms. We disassemble, clean, repair, or rebuild components to restore smooth, reliable operation.
We perform precise machining for custom parts when originals are missing or damaged. Using our in-shop equipment, we fabricate replacement pieces that fit perfectly and maintain historical authenticity.
Our craftsmen handle detailed woodwork for interior shelving, drawers, or compartments. We restore or create handcrafted wooden elements with proper finishes to match the safe’s era and your vision.
We conduct accurate time lock calibrations to ensure these critical mechanisms run correctly. Our technicians adjust and test time locks for dependable performance, preventing lockouts and preserving security.
For locked-out situations, we offer professional safe cracking (non-destructive opening & in limited circumstances drilling) services. We use skilled manipulation techniques, tools, and knowledge of antique locks to regain access without unnecessary damage—ideal for forgotten combinations, malfunctioning locks, or lost keys.
All these services take place in our fully equipped Hattiesburg, Mississippi shop. Contact us to discuss your specific needs—whether it’s a quick repair or integrated with a larger project.
