This property dates back to the 1800’s, when it was the bakery in Baildon. What started from a leak in the roof ended up resulting in a complete overhaul of the property. Deciding that as scaffolding was going to be erected for the roof work the proprietor decided to sort out all external matters at [...]

The façade of this building had been damaged over the years by poor (and inappropriate) maintenance and alterations, with a large number of mouldings and string courses having been lost. Through careful planning with the client a pleasing, balanced and durable effect was achieved with the use of replacement stone and plastic repairs. A full lime [...]

We happily take on jobs of all sizes and of varied levels of intricacy. Here a random wall had been spoilt and damaged by the use of cement rich pointing. The use of lime mortar has resulted in the rubble wall regaining its original character, the work we carried out considerably enhanced the property as [...]

This grand and imposing residence underwent a full repoint, using a cement free Natural Hydraulic Lime mortar, note. Great skill and care needed to be taken with the very fine joints on the black faced Ashler stonework to ensure no residue or staining occured, otherwise the overall effect would be lost. We also carried out plastic repairs to subtly restore [...]

Millholme have been responsible for the repointing of the historic Bradford Grammer School over the last 4 years, the pictures show the front elevation of the school. The mortar used for this repointing project was Natural Hydraulic Lime 3.5, the most suitable for the age and construction of the building, left with a neat and [...]

Render removal, stone cleaning and a full lime repointing was carried out to leave this former derelict farmhouse sympathetically restored. See our repointing testimonials...

This project saw us undertaking our specialist restoration work, concentrating on the repairs of badly eroded stone mouldings, the primary concern was ensure the fabric of the building was safe and that there would be no risk to the public, during or after completion of the work. This needed to be achieved whilst restoring this [...]

This grade 1 listed, ‘At Risk’ property, whose roots date back over 500 years, consists of a lodge, further living accommodation, and a chapel. A full repoint was completed, using a pigmented Natural Hydraulic Lime 5 and a sharp aggregate mortar; repair works were also carried out to the rear elevation brickwork panels, to achieve a constant [...]

Repointing before and after Eroded Ashler stonework, prepared and then repaired to the highest standards. Seriously bad erosion of Ashler stonework, fully restored to it's former glory. Full facade repairs, also showing some detail to Ashler stonework. An example of a Plinth repair work and restored retaining the aged look. HSBC full facade repair work, [...]

A full Lime repointing was carried out to the castle as a previous repointing project was carried out using a sand and cement mortar, this trapped moisture in the wall and resulted in damp penetration internally, the lime mortar reintroduced breathability and allowed moisture to evaporate externally.