10015 Gravelly Lake Drive SW, Lakewood, WA Lakewood, WA Free in-store pickup
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Digitizing and restoration

Photo Restoration

Water damage, cracks and creases are common, and most photos can be brought back to near-new condition. Our artists repair a digital copy, so your original is never touched.

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Photo Restoration
Price
From about $30
Ready
In 2 to 3 weeks
Your original
Never altered
Done by
Artists in our store

Details

What we repair

  • Large tears, cracks and missing areas
  • Fading and color shifts
  • Blemishes, spots and creases
  • Sepia and black and white photos
  • Removing a person from a group photo

Pricing

Very minor restorationsfrom about $30
The final price depends on the damage. We quote after we see the photo.

Step by step

How it works

  1. Bring your photo inWe look at the damage and give you an estimate.
  2. Scanned at high resolutionYour photo becomes a digital file, an electronic negative.
  3. Repaired by handOur artists fix color, contrast, cracks and missing areas.
  4. Printed and returnedPick up your restored print, with your untouched original.

Questions

Common questions

How much does a restoration cost?

Very minor restorations start at about $30. We give you an estimate after looking at the damage.

Is my original safe?

Yes. All work is done on the digital copy, your original is never altered, and it never leaves the store.

How long does it take?

Plan on two to three weeks.

Can you remove someone from a photo?

Yes, as well as tears, blemishes and missing areas.

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Visit the store

Visit us in Lakewood

Walk in with your film, photos, tapes or camera. No appointment needed for most services, and the team is happy to answer questions.

10015 Gravelly Lake Drive SW
Lakewood, WA 98499

(253) 584-0210

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Hours

Tue - Thu 11:00am - 5:00pm
Fri 11:00am - 6:00pm
Sat 11:00am - 5:00pm
Sun - Mon Closed

staff@robis.com