Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Stone Restoration Services
Established in 1958, our company has dedicated decades to mastering the art of stonemasonry, specialising in the restoration and conservation of historic buildings, monuments, and structures across the South of England. Our team combines traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques, ensuring meticulous attention to detail in every project. We pride ourselves on in-house design capabilities, allowing full control over project conception and execution. With a workforce of skilled masons and technicians, many of whom have been with us for years, we deliver high-quality solutions tailored to the unique needs of each client.Our commitment to preserving architectural heritage is matched by our investment in training apprentices, ensuring the continuation of specialist masonry skills for future generations. We hold CHAS Advanced Accreditation, reflecting our adherence to rigorous safety and operational standards. From intricate brickwork repairs to large-scale conservation projects, we approach every task with professionalism, expertise, and a deep respect for historical integrity.
Services
Traditional Masonry
Conservation & Restoration
Project Drawings
Brickwork Repairs
Stone Cleaning
Marble & Granite Services
Lime Mortar Pointing
Tuck-Pointing
Health & Safety Compliance
Apprenticeship Training
Details
- Year established: 1958
Highlights and features
- We have over 60 years of experience in historic building restoration.
- Our team includes certified experts with decades of hands-on masonry experience.
- We offer in-house design and project conception for meticulous attention to detail.
- We invest in ongoing training and apprenticeships to preserve masonry skills.
- We specialise in lime mortar pointing and tuck-pointing techniques.
Associations and certifications
- CHAS Advanced Accreditation
Services
Stone Restoration
Our stone restoration services combine traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to repair and preserve historic buildings. We specialise in re-texturing surfaces, replacing damaged elements, and matching original materials. Our team ensures compliance with heritage guidelines while maintaining structural integrity, delivering results that respect historical authenticity.
Conservation & Restoration
We provide comprehensive conservation strategies for historic structures, including condition surveys, project drawings, and targeted repairs. Our approach prioritises minimal intervention while ensuring long-term preservation. Services cover cleaning, repointing, and reinstating architectural details, adhering to strict conservation principles and regulatory requirements.
Brickwork Repairs
Specialising in in-situ brickwork restoration, we repair gauged arches, tuck-pointing, and replace damaged sections. Our methods maintain structural stability while preserving aesthetic continuity. We use traditional lime mortars and match existing brickwork to ensure seamless integration with original materials.
Project Drawings
All project drawings and designs are created in-house by our technical team. This ensures precise control over every detail from concept to execution. We produce tailored plans for conservation works, structural repairs, and heritage compliance, guaranteeing accuracy and alignment with client requirements.
Lime Mortar Pointing
We employ lime mortar pointing to restore historic masonry, allowing structures to breathe and reducing long-term damage. Our specialists match original mixes and techniques, ensuring compatibility with aged materials while meeting modern durability standards for extended preservation.
People
Grant Turner
Founder and Managing Director
Grant Turner co-founded Stone Restoration Services in 1998 after gaining experience in banking masonry and contracts management. He oversees company operations and has led projects at 10 Downing Street and the Houses of Parliament.
Charles Gilbert
Founder and Estimating Director
Charles Gilbert co-founded the company in 1998. He transitioned from stonemasonry to estimating, managing client contracts and tender specifications while drawing on decades of hands-on experience in historic building restoration.
Keith Waddingham
Technical Director
Keith Waddingham brings extensive drafting expertise to our team. With a background in architectural drawing and masonry, he ensures precise technical execution of conservation projects, contributing to our commitment to detail and quality.
Daniel Swan
Associate Director
Daniel Swan oversees client engagement and project management. With over 20 years in heritage restoration, he specialises in lime mortar techniques and ensures projects meet health and safety standards while maintaining historical integrity.
Michelle Turner
Executive Officer
Michelle Turner manages HR, finance, and training. She advocates for industry standards as a Councillor for City and Guilds and chairs the Stone Industry Training Group, driving our apprenticeship and skills development initiatives.
Questions
What services does Stone Restoration Services offer?
We specialise in stonemasonry, historic building conservation, brickwork repairs, lime mortar pointing, tuck-pointing, and in-house project design for heritage sites.
Which areas do you serve?
We operate primarily across the South of England, with notable projects in London and surrounding regions.
Are you accredited for health and safety standards?
Yes, we hold CHAS Advanced Accreditation, demonstrating our commitment to rigorous safety and operational compliance.
Do you provide apprenticeship opportunities?
We actively train apprentices and collaborate with organisations like the Construction Youth Trust to preserve masonry skills.
Can you handle large-scale restoration projects?
Our in-house design team and experienced workforce enable us to manage complex, large-scale conservation contracts efficiently.
