Services
Clear advice and deliverables that help projects move forward — without guesswork.
On-site investigation
Condition surveys, failure analysis, and practical recommendations that respect historic fabric.
Paint & finishes strategy
Compatible systems for breathability, durability, and future redecoration — with clear product choices.
Written advice
Concise, client-friendly reports with priorities, options, and method notes for contractors.
Paint analysis & interpretation
Understanding sequences, original colour intent, and appropriate reinstatement approaches.
Moisture & coating failures
Unpicking why finishes fail — salts, trapped moisture, incompatible coatings, or substrate issues.
Contractor liaison
On-call technical support, site visits during works, and sign-off guidance when needed.
Approach
Balanced, pragmatic advice — respecting both conservation principles and real-world constraints.
Compatibility first
Historic substrates are rarely forgiving. I focus on adhesion, vapour permeability, salt behaviour, and future maintenance — so you’re not locked into a coating that can’t be repainted.
Clarity for site teams
Good projects depend on clear instructions. I translate technical requirements into steps that decorators can follow — without ambiguity.
Traditional materials, sensibly used
Limewash and distemper can be brilliant, but not everywhere. Where modern systems are justified, I’ll explain why — and what to watch for long-term.
Independent and straightforward
No brand allegiance, no sales. Just honest assessment, options, and recommendations tailored to the building and the brief.
How it works
A simple process that keeps decisions moving and reduces risk.
Brief & context
Quick call or email to understand the building, current issues, and what you need the outcome to be.
Site visit
Inspection, targeted tests, and discussion with the team. Practical advice there and then, where possible.
Options & recommendations
Clear priorities, compatible systems, and a route forward — including “do nothing” where that’s best.
Written output
Notes or a short report with method guidance, materials, and decision points for procurement/spec.
Gallery
A small selection of recent work. Replace the placeholder images with your own (see notes in the HTML).
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Breathable redecorations strategy in a listed interior
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Coating failure investigation and compatibility recommendations
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Traditional finishes guidance: limewash / soft distemper
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Historic paint scheme interpretation and colour intent
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Moisture and salts: practical route forward
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Detail work and specialist decoration support
Typical briefs
Examples of where clients bring me in (project details kept confidential).
Redecoration strategy
Choosing systems that are breathable and maintainable in period properties, including listed buildings.
Paint failure investigations
Peeling, blistering, staining, powdering, or poor adhesion — establishing cause and remedy.
Historic colour & finish intent
Interpreting earlier schemes and advising on historically appropriate reinstatement.
Moisture and salts
Understanding what’s driving deterioration and how to avoid trapping moisture behind coatings.
Material trials
Small test areas, sample panels, and monitored trials to reduce uncertainty before commitment.
Contractor support
Method notes, sequencing, and site troubleshooting during works to keep quality high.
Contact
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