Conservation

Conservation is an important aspect of masonry as more people become aware of our buildings' heritage and the need to protect them for future generations to enjoy. Stone decay comes in many forms from environmental, mechanical and applied decay. We offer the services of a trained conservator to ascertain what decay mechanism is occurring and why it is happening. We advise and recommend and carry out preventative and remedial works as necessary. We also provide advice on future care, protection and maintenance which would be included in the survey report.

War memorial

We were asked by Radstock town council to tender for the War Memorial project in 2014. We undertook a pre-cleaning survey before any work commenced. The memorial is constructed from Portland stone and on inspection the structure was found to have heavy soiling deposits at lower levels and lichen growth over its entire structure. These were removed over a period of two weeks using a nebular mist spray and various sizes of non-ferrous brushes.

Corsham Court

We were asked by Corsham Court estate to supply and fix two finials. The original two having been stolen, we only had old photograghs to work from to produce the stonework.

Tyntesfield. The Orangery

I predominantly worked on the front pediment. We were tasked with supplying a survey report with recommendations for the work ahead which included stone schedules, masonry templates and a catalogue of every stone with its number and positioning which was added to our working drawing. Photographs were taken at every stage of the deconstruction and during reconstruction. This photograph was taken during the cataloging and numbering survey prior to work commencing.

Tyntesfield - working a pediment springer on site