Hirst Conservation was established in 1986 by
Elizabeth Hirst. Elizabeth was trained by Professor Robert Baker and
Mrs Eve Baker, who were amongst the UK’s most eminent conservators
of wall paintings and limestone sculpture. Elizabeth is actively
involved in the development of Hirst Conservation as both a
practical conservator and consultant. Hirst Conservation is on the
Conservation Register and employs a number of conservators
accredited through the PACR scheme.
Hirst Conservation provides a holistic approach to
the building envelope and associated surfaces. To achieve this aim,
the company structure includes a wide range of disciplines,
including stone, plaster, decorative finishes, wall paintings,
materials analysis, paint research and easel paintings conservation,
achieved through the employment of experienced conservators. Hirst
Conservation also undertakes consultancy work and the overseeing of
project briefs. In addition, Hirst Conservation Materials produces
traditional and bespoke paints.
This base of varied specialisms allows us to act on
informed treatment specifications. All conservation work undertaken
by Hirst, whatever the specialism, is undertaken alongside
preliminary survey, analysis and research, including photographic
and diagrammatic recording, archival research and the assessment of
previous treatments, where applicable. This working relationship of
research and conservation serves to enforce the understanding and
appropriate treatment of the building envelope and associated
elements.
Hirst Conservation specialise in the
conservation of:
We also provide:
Hirst Conservation Materials is a partner company to
Hirst Conservation, which specialises in the manufacture of
traditional building products, including limewash, lime putty, lead
oil paint and distemper. Products can be provided in large or small
quantities in traditional tones chosen from our colour chart, or
made bespoke. Our materials are recommended by English Heritage for
the decoration of historic houses, and can be ordered directly
through our on-line shop or by fax or telephone.
