P J Wright & Sons Fireplace Restoration is a family-run business based in Crystal Palace, South London, specialising in the restoration, conservation and installation of historic and period fireplaces. Established in 1976, the company works with homeowners, architects, contractors and other professionals undertaking the repair and refurbishment of traditional buildings.
The business has extensive experience of Georgian, Regency, Victorian and Edwardian fireplaces, including original marble and stone chimneypieces, cast-iron inserts, decorative tiles and traditional hearths. Its services encompass both the restoration of existing fireplaces and the supply of appropriate replacement components where original elements have been damaged or lost.
Fireplaces are important architectural features within historic interiors, often reflecting the building's original design, craftsmanship and subsequent development. Their conservation requires an understanding of traditional materials, manufacturing techniques and period detailing.
Marble and stone restoration forms a significant part of the company's work. Its experienced stonemasons undertake the cleaning, repair and restoration of original fireplace surrounds, chimneypieces and associated decorative stonework.
Work includes repairing fractured marble, replacing missing sections, restoring carved ornamentation and reinstating damaged architectural details. Where appropriate, the company uses reclaimed marble and stone selected to match the character and appearance of existing materials.
The company maintains a collection of historic marbles and other traditional stone materials, enabling sympathetic repairs to fireplaces incorporating uncommon or distinctive stone types.
Restoration can be undertaken in situ or, where necessary, following the careful removal of the fireplace for workshop repairs and subsequent reinstatement.
The company restores traditional cast-iron fireplace inserts, grates, firebacks and associated components commonly found in Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian properties.
Restoration work may involve removing inappropriate paint finishes, repairing damaged components, reinstating missing elements and preparing surfaces for suitable protective finishes.
Replacement components can be sourced or reproduced where existing fittings are incomplete. These include firebacks, front bars, grates, damper plates and other traditional fireplace accessories.
Particular consideration is given to retaining original components wherever their condition permits, while ensuring that replacement elements are appropriate to the design and period of the fireplace.
P J Wright & Sons supplies and restores a range of traditional fireplace components, including slate hearths, decorative fireplace tiles, marble surrounds and period-style fittings.
Made-to-measure slate hearths can be produced to suit the dimensions of individual fireplaces, including those requiring non-standard sizes or historically appropriate detailing.
The company also supplies restored antique fireplaces and reproduction designs representing Georgian, Regency, Victorian and Edwardian styles.
These services are relevant where original fireplace features have been removed, damaged or altered during earlier building works.
In addition to practical restoration, the company provides specialist appraisal, valuation and consultancy services relating to historic fireplaces and architectural chimneypieces.
Its experience includes identifying fireplace periods, materials, construction details and whether individual pieces are original or later reproductions.
Consultancy services may include assessing the condition of historic fireplaces, identifying appropriate restoration methods and advising on the selection of period-compatible replacements.
The company has prepared assessments and written reports for private properties, architectural projects and historic buildings, including identification of marble types and decorative features.
The company also supplies and arranges installation of traditional fireplaces, reproduction fireplaces and selected heating appliances.
Associated services include fireplace removal, reinstallation and coordination of chimney sweeping, flue inspections and chimney lining through appropriately qualified specialists.
Where a restored fireplace is intended for operational use, the suitability of the chimney, flue and associated heating installation must be established before commissioning.
Any work involving gas appliances or solid-fuel installations should be undertaken by suitably qualified professionals in accordance with applicable safety requirements.
P J Wright & Sons has undertaken fireplace restoration projects in historic residential and institutional buildings across London and the South East.
Published examples include restoration work at Pitzhanger Manor, Van Gogh House in London, Hendon Hall and a range of Georgian and Victorian townhouses.
These projects illustrate the importance of specialist knowledge when repairing historic chimneypieces and decorative fireplace features, particularly where original craftsmanship, materials and architectural detailing survive.
The company's services are relevant to owners of period properties, conservation professionals and those undertaking the sensitive refurbishment of traditional buildings.
Where proposed works affect protected historic fabric, appropriate conservation advice and any necessary listed building consent should be obtained before alterations are undertaken.
| Services & Expertise | |
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| Principal Areas of Work: | Historic fireplace restoration, period fireplace conservation, marble fireplace restoration, stone chimneypiece repairs, cast-iron fireplace restoration, antique fireplace restoration, traditional hearth restoration, fireplace installation, architectural stone conservation |
| Capabilities and Specialisms: | Georgian fireplaces, Regency fireplaces, Victorian fireplaces, Edwardian fireplaces, marble carving, historic marble repairs, stone masonry, cast-iron fireplace inserts, traditional firebacks, slate hearths, fireplace tiles, period fireplace surrounds, replacement fireplace components, chimney lining coordination, fireplace appraisal, fireplace valuation, heritage restoration |
| Contact & Online Presence | |
| Email: | info@fireplacerestoration.co.uk |
| Business Details & Insurance. | |
| Company Trading Name: | P J WRIGHT & SONS FIREPLACE SHOP LIMITED |
| Company Number: | 17133674 |
