LEADED AND STAINED GLASS SOLUTIONS
We offer REPAIRS and NEW COMMISSIONS.
Leaded glass or Copper Foiled glass, often referred to generally as stained glass, is admired for its beauty while it also serves practical purposes in homes, offices, churches, and other buildings. These installations add unique visual appeal and offer spaces of privacy within the structure.
Although the significant value inherent in stained glass installations is generally recognised, these works are frequently subjected to inadequate care and maintenance. Regardless of whether it is a leaded window crafted from clear glass or an elaborate work of art, proper upkeep and consistent maintenance remains crucial for preserving the value and integrity of your stained glass pieces over time.
SOMETHING NEW ?
LOOKING FOR SOMETHING NEW? SOMETHING BEAUTIFUL? SOMETHING EXCITING?
We will design, build and install customized pieces specifically for your space, your taste and your needs.
Whatever the need from small decor pieces to Full Entrance Doors or Feature Windows we will work with you to create pieces that uniquely fit and add value to your space.
RE-NOVATION services
DO YOU ALREADY HAVE A CHERISHED STAINED GLASS PANEL?
DOES IT NEED A LITTLE WORK TO REACH IT’S FULL BEAUTIFUL POTENTIAL AGAIN?
As with anything in life, Stained and Leaded glass panels should receive regular maintenance and checks. We can help with regular maintenance and checks as well as those unexpected, unplanned times when more is required.
This includes assessment of the existing installation to identify potential issues such as structural loss, bowing or stretched lead came causing loose glass pieces or gaps, cracks in the glass and leadwork and more. In addition to the panel itself, it is also important to assess the framework it is installed into at the same time.
We also offer photographic documentation of the glass installation such that, in the event of a catastrophic event where the glass is damaged, a skilled artist may be able to replicate the artwork design or create something in a very similar style. As glass colours and options have changed over time, exact replication is often very difficult but the better the documentation of the panel is, the more likely you are to get something very close to the same.
When a Historical work of art requires attention for any reason, it may be preferable to “Conserve” rather than “Restore” the window.
This means using a “DO NO HARM” approach meaning we do as little as possible to the panel while stabilizing it and making it as safe as possible again.
Materials used are as close as possible to the original and where new materials are used, we try to use proven conservation quality products as far as possible.
This approach is not always the most cost effective simply because we “Do less” as it requires even higher attention to detail and more costly products to “save” the panel but where it involves historical work, this is often the preferred option in order to preserve the authentic originality for future generations.
In contrast to REscue (or Conservation) REnew (or REstore) involves bringing a panel back to an “AS NEW” state.
In cases where the panel is in good health but needs its sparkle restored, Restoration may involve a simple deep clean and polish to bring it back to life. We may even be able to do this without removing the panel from the frame reducing security and weather risks as well as the inherent risks involved with handling the panel outside of its structure.
Where a panel requires releading or repair, it may be necessary to remove the panel, carry out the required work and then reinstall the panel.
Where an installation is in need of physical repair beyond what can be done in situ, we can remove the panel, replacing it with a temporary covering if needed to reduce weather and security risks. We will then perform the necessary repairs at our studio to bring it back to its former glory. Once the repairs are complete we will reinstall the panel.
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