We are a family business based in the north-east of England and North Yorkshire but work all over the UK
We are stone specialists and can source, supply and work stone
We are lime work specialists and can point, repair and build using traditional materials and methods
We have extensive experience working with Listed Buildings
Contact us for advice, estimates, condition reports and surveys
We deliver classes and demonstrations in masonry, carving and lime pointing techniques
Ethos
We always give a fair and honest assessment of works required
We work to an excellent standard, source and use the most appropriate materials, and keep our clients informed of progress
We charge a fair and reasonable rate and deliver in good time
Experience
Other areas of expertise include fibrous plasterwork, on-site repairs and restoration; casting in plaster, mortar, and bronze, (both hot and cold methods), faience and architectural terracotta repairs, specialist brickwork and brick matching, Terrazzo, stucco and mosaic repairs and refurbishment, chemical re-bronzing of plaques and statuary, Glassaic, and memorials
Between us, we have over 70 years hands-on experience in addition to City & Guilds, NVQ, CSCS Gold Cards, HND, graduate and post-graduate accredited qualifications in Building Studies and Surveying, Heritage Skills Craft Stonemasonry, Finisher Masonry, letter-cutting, Fine Art Sculpture, Archaeology, Teaching, and Architectural Restoration and Conservation
We have extensive experience of Monument and Grade I and II Listed Building works, both locally and nationwide. Projects have been interesting and varied and include work for English Heritage, World Heritage sites (such as Hadrian’s Wall, York Minster, and Whitby Abbey), the War Graves Commission, the Victoria and Albert Museum, and the Bank of England to name but a few
