Mixed interiors
A sensitive restoration of an Edwardian interior, bringing original oak wall panelling, a fireplace surround, built-in cupboards and detailed cornice work back to life. Birmingham Sandblasting used a carefully controlled, gentle surface-cleaning approach to lift aged grime and tired finishes while respecting the crisp profiles and character of the period joinery. The result is a brighter, more coherent room in which the natural warmth and grain of the oak can be appreciated again.
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
The work covered the raised oak panels, moulded cornice detailing, fireplace surround and built-in cupboards, with adjoining period beam work also included in the restoration record. Surfaces were assessed and prepared individually so that intricate edges, recesses and decorative timber could be cleaned without the aggressive abrasion associated with harsh blasting. The cleaned oak was left even and ready for the client’s chosen finishing treatment.
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