Traditional Lath and Lime experts
Lath & Lime Plasterwork
A traditional plasterwork technique, lath and lime plasterwork requires maintenance over time to ensure that its natural appearance is maintained. Alongside our more modern fibrous plaster mouldings, our team of plasterers are experienced in the restoration of traditional lath and lime plaster walls and ceilings.
Lath & Lime Plaster Restoration
TRADITIONAL PLASTERWORK
Due to lath and lime plasterwork being installed as two separate elements, walls and ceilings made in this style require a thorough survey of all layers. Our experienced team will check the integrity of both the visible lime plasterwork and the supporting wooden laths, identifying any areas that require restoration or securing. When surveying a lime plaster ceiling, this will involve checking for degradation both above and below the ceiling.
Any restoration work required on a lath and lime plaster wall or ceiling will be done in situ by our team of experienced plasterers, replacing any failing laths, and restoring the surface using traditional lime plaster techniques, providing a natural look to the repaired surface.
Forest Stewardship Council®
Sustainable Timber Lathes
Stevensons of Norwich ensure that the timber lathes used in our lath and lime plasterwork installation and restoration projects come from FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) accredited UK suppliers.
For over 25 years, the FSC has promoted responsible management of the world's forests, bringing together experts and businesses to ensure that timber is used from sustainable managed sources.
Lath & Lime Plasterwork Projects
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Cambridge, UK
Senate House, University of Cambridge
Lime Plaster Ceiling Securing
Whilst contractors were completing maintenance on the roof, Stevensons were invited to carry out repairs on the ornate lime plaster ceiling within Senate House at the University of Cambridge.
Although the survey did not show up any major defects, fixing points were reinforced with stainless steel fixings, and fibrous plaster decorative elements were checked for security. Once the reinforcements were complete, the ceiling was certified as safe for public use.
Cambridge, UK
Senate House, University of Cambridge
Lime Plaster Ceiling Securing
Whilst contractors were completing maintenance on the roof, Stevensons were invited to carry out repairs on the ornate lime plaster ceiling within Senate House at the University of Cambridge.
Although the survey did not show up any major defects, fixing points were reinforced with stainless steel fixings, and fibrous plaster decorative elements were checked for security. Once the reinforcements were complete, the ceiling was certified as safe for public use.
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London, UK
St Paul's Church, Clapham
Lath and Lime Plaster Restoration
After a partial collapse of the nave lath and plaster ceiling within this community church, Stevensons were invited to complete a ceiling survey and report on the overall condition.
Close inspection revealed that a combination of age and water ingress had affected the integrity of the ceiling, and a plan for repair was drawn up. Through the use of stainless steel fixings, the existing laths were secured, and the damaged section restored using traditional lime plaster techniques.
London, UK
St Paul's Church, Clapham
Lath and Lime Plaster Restoration
After a partial collapse of the nave lath and plaster ceiling within this community church, Stevensons were invited to complete a ceiling survey and report on the overall condition.
Close inspection revealed that a combination of age and water ingress had affected the integrity of the ceiling, and a plan for repair was drawn up. Through the use of stainless steel fixings, the existing laths were secured, and the damaged section restored using traditional lime plaster techniques.