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STRUCTURE & FABR I C :
ME TAL ,
WOOD & GLASS
WINDOW GLASS continued DECORATIVE & STAINED GLASS
Glass for
period windows
The London Crown Glass Company specialises in providing
authentic glass for the windows of period buildings.
This glass, handblown using the traditional techniques
of the glass blowers, is specified by The National Trust,
the Crown Estates and indeed many others involved
in the conservation of Britain’s heritage.
Specify authentic period glass for your restoration projects.
THE LONDON CROWN GLASS COMPANY
21 Harpsden Road, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire RG9 1EE
Tel 01491 413227 Fax 01491 413228
IMPORTERS OF POLISH CYLINDER GLASS,
ROUNDELS & BULLIONS.
Duke Street, Loughborough, Leicestershire LE11 1ED
Email:
Telephone: 01509 235387, 01509 230433
Fax: 01509 232218
Until the 20th Century window
glass developed two methods of
production. Cylinder glass &
Crown glass. The latter ceased
manufacture in the 1930s &
is not available anywhere in
the world as present. Three
factories in Europe can still
produce cylinder glass.
Tatra Glass solely import
Polish Cylinder glass, of which
there are approximately 200
colours, including 30 tints for
restoration. 10,000m2 yearly is
brought in from Poland making
us the largest stockist of antique
glass in the UK.
Tatra Glass (U.K.)
◾ ◾ BARLEY STUDIO LTD
Church Balk, Dunnington, York YO19 5LH
Tel/Fax 01904 489093 Mobile 07711 635014
Email
STAINED GLASS CONSERVATION, RESTORATION AND CREATION: Keith Barley,
Icon accredited conservator, established Barley Studio, York, over 40
years ago. The studio has gained an international reputation for the
high standard of its stained glass conservation and restoration for the
nation’s cathedrals, stately homes and parish churches. Barley Studio
is also known for its new work, with artist Helen Whittaker winning
commissions for many prestigious buildings across the UK. The studio
covers all aspects of stained glass and related metalwork: environmentally
protective isothermal glazing systems, restoration and supply of
ferramenta and opening casements, stainless steel wire guards, period
style plain glazing and antique glasses, consultation, surveys and reports.
◾ ◾ C J L DESIGNS
36 Vinney Lane, Blatchbridge, Frome, Somerset BA11 5EH
Tel 01373 472008 Mobile 07968 175069
Email
STAINED GLASS AND LEADED LIGHTS: CJL Designs restores and
manufactures windows in all settings, offering a professional service
for the restoration of existing glass, frames and furniture. Other
services include: a bespoke design service; condition surveys and
recommendations for remedial work; the refurbishment of leaded
lights and metal frames, including Crittal type; advice on water ingress,
vandalism and protective grilles. Work is undertaken both in situ and
in the studio. Projects have included: churches within the Oxford,
Winchester and Guildford dioceses; the Falkland Islands Chapel,
Pangbourne; Roundway Hospital, Devizes; Littlecote House, Hungerford;
Worcester Cottage, Brecon; and other listed buildings.
◾ ◾ THE CATHEDRAL STUDIOS
8a The Precincts, Canterbury, Kent CT1 2EG
Tel 01227 865265 Fax 01227 865222
Email
SPECIALISTS IN STAINED GLASS CONSERVATION AND RESTORATION: The
Cathedral Studios looks back on 40 years of successful conservation
of the medieval, post medieval and Victorian heritage in Canterbury
Cathedral and in many other cathedrals, churches and buildings
throughout the country. The studio’s team of eight highly trained
conservators will be pleased to advise on the conservation and protection
of glass. Three of the studio’s conservators are PACR accredited.
◾ ◾ HERITAGE STAINED GLASS LTD
Church Cottage, 6 Church End Road, Kingskerwell TQ12 5DS
Tel 01803 875770
Email heritage6virginmedia.com
TRADITIONAL ECCLESIASTICAL STAINED GLASS AND LEADED LIGHT
RESTORATION : Specialists in stained glass and lead light restoration, metal
casements, ferramenta and window guards. Heritage Stained Glass Ltd is
a family business with over 25 years of experience, able to carry out large
and small scale projects including the Duchy Palace, Cornwall, the Tower
of London, Eton College and Buckfast Abbey as well as many other
churches and historic buildings. The company will also carry out surveys
and condition reports.
◾ ◾ ILLUMIN GLASS STUDIO
57 Prestbury Road, Macclesfield, Cheshire SK10 1AU
Tel 01625 613600
STAINED GLASS WINDOWS AND LIGHTING : Illumin has been making and
repairing leaded-glass windows and lighting since 1979, and can also
supply antique and other sheet glass. The studio can provide services
including etching, bevelling and brilliant-cutting, and can repair or supply
wooden, metal or stone window frames. It covers about a 30 mile radius
area around Macclesfield. Recent work includes: complete re-glazing of
a 16th century farmhouse and a 17th century cottage; repairs to local
churches; repairs and new panels at Chetham School, Manchester; and
repairs and new windows for private houses of various ages.