Period properties present specific challenges for surface repair — original materials that may no longer be manufactured, surfaces that require sympathetic treatment, and in some cases planning and listed building considerations.

The Challenge of Period Property Repair

A Victorian cast iron bath, a 1930s coloured enamel sink, a Georgian marble fireplace surround, an Edwardian tiled hallway — these are often irreplaceable. The surface finish may be unique to the period and cannot be sourced new. In many cases, professional repair is the only viable option for maintaining the original character of the property.

What We Work With in Period Properties

Cast iron baths and basins — enamel chip repair and full resurfacing. We work with a wide range of period enamel colours.
Victorian and Edwardian floor tiles — encaustic tiles, geometric tiles and original terracotta. Chip repair and limited replacement where possible.
Marble and stone surfaces — fireplaces, hearths, windowsills and flooring. All natural stone types.
Original parquet and hardwood floors — conservative repair that preserves original patina.
Historic plasterwork and cornicing — surface repair rather than replacement.

Listed Buildings

For work in listed buildings, we ensure that our repair methods are reversible and that materials used are sympathetic to the original. We can provide documentation of materials used if required for planning or conservation purposes.