We are a Sydney niche building business that specialises in authentically restoring and repairing terrace house balconies, and the “lacework” balustrades and friezes which characterises them.
Most terraces are now around 130 years or so old, and their timber balconies commonly decay, necessitating their replacement. Often they can unknowingly be structurally very hazardous.
The lacework “filigree” balustrades and friezes, either original cast iron, or new reproduction ones, are an ancillary part of the restorative nature of our work.
This is specialised work. There are a lot of “general building contractors” around; but very few have extensive experience in the heritage work associated with authentically restoring a terrace house balcony and its unique heritage features (which is also frequently a Local Council Requirement).
When traditional restoration is required, we “Get the Details Right”.
ie we rebuild the usually decayed timber balconies and floors employing traditional techniques and materials. We often un-enclose sometimes modified balconies to original form (open them up). We often also assist clients with the commonly required Council Application and obtaining "Consent for Heritage Works" to the terrace.
ie supply and install new reproduction lacework; or we can also restore the original cast iron "filigree".
fabricate, replicate and install new steel heritage "spearpoint" front fences and gates which are often corroded / dilapidated / damaged). - note no repairs of existing only new installations undertaken.
Our preferred, heritage experienced, contractor paints the front exteriors of the project terrace. Usually in a "heritage sympathetic" colour scheme. We can advise on colours and detailing of various period features to enhance both aesthetics and originality. Councils often require this.
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