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Restoration - phase I
In October 1997 we received a grant of £68,000 from English Heritage which allowed
Phase 1 of the scheme to begin in October 1998
- Experimental work in trying to remedy the damp penetration by re-plastering one interior corner with a special mix
- The complete overhaul of the tower roof coverings, including the
provision and fixing of new
hand-made components.
- The replacement of lead gutter
linings to high level
parapets, together with associated
tiling works, flashings and
upstands.
- The provision of a new asphalt covering to a selected flat roofed area, including
new insulation, and the appropriate execution of new upstand and cover flashings
to wall and parapet abutments, and gutter.
- The repair and repointing to selected areas of masonry.
- The formation of sheet metal
overflow spitters to existing
parapet gutters, together with
associated works to rainwater
goods.
- The repair and protection of
selected windows, comprising
repairs to saddle-bars, lead cames
and glazing, including the provision of purpose-made stainless steel wire guards.
- The removal of selected areas of timber panelling, and plasterwork for
further inspection, treatment as required, and careful re-fixing.
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