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This classic Victorian semi was in need of a new bedroom window. The adjacent cast iron guttering made getting the old window frame out quite fiddly but getting the new window in was going to be the real challenge and … Read More
As part of some extension work being done to their home, we were asked if we could make a copy of the original front door. With 2 full length side lights and all in Accoya, we had the opportunity to … Read More
We were asked to take a look at these casement dormer windows. With the layers of flaky paint removed, we could see that some areas of joinery needed repairs. We used Accoya to repair the rotten joints, for it’s rot … Read More
You might remember that this building was originally built as stables? To get hay in for the horses, the choice was either a jolly long walk round from the ticketing gate, or this handy winch to pick bales up off … Read More
These late Victorian windows with Georgian glazing bars and glazed swept-head lights had survived 4 major renovations to the Grade 2 listed original building. Initially built as a stable block for Ascot Racecourse, the building was converted for use by … Read More
This Grade 2 listed cottage still had many of it’s original oak frames dating back to 1788. Some of the sashes are slightly later Georgian. In this particular case, the sash didn’t fit fantastically in the frame, particularly around the … Read More
Whilst fitting a new fixed frame and glass to this conservatory, it was noticed that a leaking gutter had caused some damage to the sill. This is a fairly quick and easy repair as the rot hadn’t spread too far … Read More
Following a guttering leak, this fixed conservatory panel had become saturated with water and subsequently rotted. It was easy to remove most of the timber in handfulls of soaked rotten wood. We replaced the frame with a new pressure treated … Read More
This French door side light had been showing signs of rot again after an attempted repair in the past. It quickly became clear that the extent of the damage was greater than it first appeared, spreading up the stiles and … Read More
What a time it is to be alive! With the wonders of modern technology, we can beam photos and videos around the world in seconds. Those of you who have been in touch with us in the past will know … Read More