Fireplaces
A period Cotswold living room was carefully refreshed with low-impact surface restoration to bring clarity back to its stone inglenook fireplace while respecting the character of the original oak mantel and exposed ceiling beam. The measured process lifted accumulated dirt and weathering without flattening the texture that gives this traditional interior its warmth.
Premier Blasting group work — exact site location not publishedBefore & after
Move the divider across the original documented images to compare the condition before preparation with the completed restoration.
What was needed
Gentle, controlled cleaning of the Cotswold stone inglenook, fireplace surround and hearth-area surfaces, with adjoining oak mantel and ceiling beam treated as sensitive historic timber. Work focused on removing surface grime and dull weathering, protecting surrounding finishes, and leaving the masonry and timber ready for any final finishing or ongoing care requested by the homeowner.
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