Master metalworker Dominic Chinea is a much-loved member of The Repair Shop family. The pundit has amassed a legion of fans since making his debut on the heartwarming BBC show in 2017.
While fans know all about Dominic’s impressive restoration skills, which he often displays in episodes of the show, how much do you know about his life off-camera? Find out below if the star got married…
© BBCDominic Chinea is an expert in metalworking
Who is Dominic Chinea?
Dominic is a production designer and metalworking specialist who works in a variety of mediums including prop making, sign writing and automotive restoration.
Before he gets the part Repair shop, Dom studied graphic design at South East Sussex College. He now owns Ranalah Ltd and is reviving the brand in the hope of spreading “the word about how to use a wheel machine”.
© Ricochet LtdDominic with host Jay Blades
According to its website, Dom is always looking to learn “new skills and trades” and is constantly “looking for new areas to explore, whether it’s pounding records or learning to keep bees.”
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Repair Shop viewers in tears over Dominic Chinea’s incredible repair in the show’s ‘best’ episodeIs Dominic Chinea Married?
Dominic is married to producer Maria Domican, according to Express.co.uk.
The couple have been married for almost six years, tying the knot on October 21, 2017, and reportedly live in the Kent countryside.
The television star prefers to keep his private life away from the spotlight, so not much is known about his marriage.
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Does Dominic Chinea have children?
Dominic does not appear to have any children. However, he and his wife share an adorable Spanish water dog named Wendy, who he regularly posts on his Instagram page.
Back in April, the star shared a sweet video of Wendy before and after visiting the hairdressers and asked fans if they liked her hair long or short. “Wendy the Spanish Water Dog got a haircut for the summer! Do you prefer her long or short hair?!” he asked his Instagram followers.
© Dominic Chinea/Instagram Dominic’s adorable Spanish water dog, Wendy
Fans were quick to comment on Wendy’s cute look, with one person writing: “Couldn’t choose! Love both!” while another added: “She’s gorgeous either way, but looks more comfortable with shorts.”
The role of Dominic Chinea in the series The Repair Shop
The house is known for its expertise in metalworking Repair shop and always impresses viewers with his amazing makeovers.
In an episode of the show’s latest series, his restoration of a 61-year-old scooter left viewers in tears.
© BBCJay and Dom with guests Belinda Hills and Harry Back
Home welcomed father and daughter Harry and Belinda to the barn, who were hoping an expert could fix the scooter Belinda’s parents had given her when she was a child.
Harry explained that the scooter would be his “legacy” for his two great-grandchildren and hoped to be able to ride it down the hill in London’s Greenwich Park like his daughter did.
Harry was delighted with the repair and even took the scooter out for a ride. Watch the moment below.
WATCH: The Repair Shop guest rides a scooter after Dominic Chinee’s incredible repair
Praising Dom’s amazing work, one person wrote on X: “Awesome tonight, great scooter job by @DominicChine,” while another added: “Best repair ever. Harry on the scooter, ‘I could have gone faster but they wouldn’t let me. ‘ Brilliant.”
Who are the experts at The Repair Shop?
© Guy LevySonnaz Nooranvary, Lucia Scalisi, Julie Tatchell, William Kirk, Jay Blades, Amanda Middleditch, Suzie Fletcher, Dominic Chinea, Steve Fletcher
- Jay Blades: Manager and expert in furniture restoration
- Will Kirk: Carpenter and joinery expert
- Steve Fletcher: Horologist
- Suzie Fletcher: Leatherworker and saddle specialist
- Kirsten Ramsay: Ceramics expert
- Dominic Chinea: metal worker and car restorer
- Brenton West: silversmith, photography expert
- Sonnaz Nooranvary: upholstery restorer
- Amanda Middleditch and Julie Tatchell: soft toy restorations known as ‘The Teddy Bear Ladies’
- Lucia Scalisi: restorer of paintings and art
- Mark Stuckey: Electronics expert and radio restorer
- Neil Fairley: Vintage electronics repairman
- Hannah Weston Smith: Traditional Upholsterer
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