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With 25 years' experience in sympathetic building conservation & restoration, our local, fully quali

Whether the stone walls in your home require the skills of a stonemason, or the facade of your property is fading due to years of weather damage, or if your period features have become more ‘crumbling’ than ‘classic’, my team of stonemasons in Bath can carry out sympathetic works that will ensure durability for years to come. From castles to country homes, grand churches to Georgian terraces, anci

ent flooring to Victorian fireplaces, no project is too big or too small for myself and my stonemasonry team, who prefer to repair rather than replace your tired treasures - ensuring that your features retain their historical character without looking new. Over the course of our 25 years as qualified stonemasons in Bath, Bristol & Somerset, we have applied our expertise to some of the UK’s most treasured buildings & monuments, carefully restoring heritage landmarks such as Bath Abbey, Windsor Castle and St Paul’s Cathedral, together with numerous homes and buildings in Bath, Bristol and the surrounding areas. Our extensive experience in carrying out conservation works on listed buildings enable us to provide you with in-depth and clear quotes that give a realistic estimate of all costs - meaning that there will be no hidden surprises that stretch your budget as work progresses. We have a proven record in adhering to the guidelines set by local conservation officers, giving you peace of mind that planning applications are well taken care of.

04/06/2022

My team and I at Bath Stone Conservation, carried out conservation works to this well preserved chest tomb. Our works included: removing vegetation from joints, repointing all joints, carrying out mortar repairs and lastly 40 coats of lime water was applied over the whole structure to prevent further erosion.

28/05/2022

We, at Bath Stone Conservation, carry out conservation works to listed buildings in a sympathetic and appropriate manner. Wherever possible our philosophy is to repair rather than replace such as this deteriorated Bath stone ashlar block. Our repairs are always carried out using lime mortar mixes, created by us using different types/grades of sands/stone dusts to match the colour and texture of the stonework.

21/05/2022

My team and I at Bath Stone Conservation enjoy challenging jobs such as this one. The ground floor stonework had been previously rendered which was really stuck to the stone surface. With gentle manual removal and plenty of patience, we were slowly able to remove it all. This was followed by mortar repairs, stone replacements, repointing and toning in of the entire lower stonework to blend in with the first floor. The clients were extremely happy with the end result!

14/05/2022

A little stone window in need of the Bath Stone Conservation team's touch. The deteriorated stone was brushed back, then we applied lime mortar repairs to the damaged areas building it it back up to its original profile. Well done team!

07/05/2022

What a difference pointing with the correct material can have! My team and I at Bath Stone Conservation carried out repointing to this beautiful house exterior wall. We used a lime based mortar mix which we matched to the original mortar we found underneath the hard cement pointing they had recently used. Now the stone can breath and looks much nicer with the white lias stone!

30/04/2022

Stone needs to breathe or it will get damaged over time! Our clients understand the importance of looking after an historical building. They share our passion and see themselves as custodians of such great structures. My team and I thrive in carrying out conservation works, as using traditional and modern proven methods will ensure any building or structures longevity for future generations to enjoy.

23/04/2022

Within a few days, the Bath Stone Conservation team transformed this discoloured Bath stone wall from being patchy to a more unified look without overcleaning it. Now it blends in better with the surrounding buildings. Well done team!

18/04/2022

This little angel sits way up high withing the walls of St Georges' Chapel, Windsor. During our conservation works there, we gently cleaned away the dust and grime to reveal its beautiful intricate and detailed carving.

17/04/2022

Happy Easter from the Bath Stone Conservation Team ❤️❤️ We carried out conservation works to this beautiful carved stone rood screen depicting Jesus Christ - years of grime and dirt concealed the beautiful buff-coloured limestone and marble inserts. Once again it can be seen in its full glory!

16/04/2022

No jobs are too big or small for the Bath Stone Conservation team. During one of our recent projects, we carried out conservation works to this beautiful Georgian sundial - from consolidation of the delaminating stone face to minor mortar repairs and repointing of all the joints.

14/04/2022

It was a great pleasure carrying out the conservation works on Midsomer Norton's War Memorial for Midsomer Norton Town Council recently.

Pollutant build up over the stone's surface and the staining caused by the bronze plaques were removed using different techniques, to expose the beautiful clean stone beneath.

It was also lovely to receive so many positive comments from passers by and other residents who appreciated the cleaning of this beautiful monument - dedicated to our fallen soldiers during the First World War.

01/01/2022

Using a DOFF machine, a heated pressure washer, is the best way for removing sulphate and dirt from Bath stone. You need to be trained to use this machine, as it can cause more damage than good in the wrong hands, but the results are outstanding. Once the stone is clean, pointing and repairs are essential!

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Bath
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http://www.daviddunscombe.com/

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About Bath Stone Conservation

With 22 years' experience as a stonemason specialising in building conservation and restoration, I have had the pleasure of restoring and conserving some of the UK's most treasured buildings and monuments. Based in Bath, I have a wealth of experience in restoring Georgian and listed homes and buildings. Along with my team, I also specialise in home repairs and maintenance - including wall and floor cleaning, pointing, repairs, restoration and stonemasonry - conserving buildings and monuments in a sympathetic and appropriate manner.

I carry out the conservation of listed buildings using traditional methods and materials, aiming to make the building appear as if it has had no repairs and has aged well, reconstructing elements to create an accurate portrayal of the building's original period, consulting archive records where neccessary. I work very closely with planning officers in Bath and Bristol and will also submit planning applications and reports on my clients’ behalf. Wherever possible my philosophy is to repair rather than replace.

Please visit www.daviddunscombe.com for more.