Issue 35 autumn 2022 - Flipbook - Page 56
Szerelmey Restoration and Stonework has been in
business for a long while and has carried out restoration
and conservation works on a great many listed buildings.
It is an absolute privilege to work on the buildings we do
and to work with clients and architects who are as
passionate about restoration as we are!
www.szerelmey.com
The columns were installed using a bespoke designed
lifting cradle, designed by RDG Engineering, to tilt and
position them in place. Joints between the new concrete
bases and between the capital and existing springer stones
were then grouted and cured ensuring a full bed for load
transferring before the temporary works can be released
and subsequently removed
Throughout the durations of the column replacement
works periodic movement monitoring has been undertaken to ensure both the temporary works and subsequently the replacement columns are correctly supporting
the structure with no excessive movement. During the
removal of the temporary works and transfer of loads to
the newly installed columns, monitoring is continuously
undertaken in conjunction with phased temporary works
removal to ensure a sympathetic and controlled transfer
of loads from the temporary works to the new structure.
During the consultation period and works, consideration
has always been given to minimizing interventions
required in order to maintain the historical precedence of
the building wherever possible.
Internally a number of W/C and storage areas are receiving new Purbeck Wetson Bed flooring which was duly surveyed, scheduled and will be installed by Szerelmey
masons. Externally a number of entrance steps are to be
replaced utilizing Crosland Hill stone. Again, in each instance Szerelmey have surveyed, scheduled and will install
these ensuring continued access to the buildings during
the phased installation.
All pictures, St Johns College March 2022
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