Heritage properties around Australia are becoming popular, and in many cases are restored as DIY Projects. Chatterton Lacework may be able to assist with restoration of existing designs or supply one of many existing lacework or balustrade designs. There is also a range of various designs of aluminium handrail including fix
There are numerous designs of lacework and balustrade however restoring them is often difficult. The iron is often in poor condition and the balustrade panels are 900 mm high. This creates a major issue as the current regulations require the balustrade to be 1000 finish. There are lots of options to rectify these issues. Feel…
Replacing or repairing cast iron decoration is a task confronting many buyers of old homes. Typical problems include rust, a thick coating of old paint and the loss of some of the iron work. There are solutions to all these issues.Thick paint and rust can be removed by sandblasting.Care needs to be taken not to…
Renovating a heritage house can present opportunities and unique challenges. But don’t worry, there is plenty of help at hand. One of the first things would-be heritage property renovators should do is check with their council as to whether their house is among the more than 150,000 properties in the state covered by a heritage…
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Many Iron lace designs were registered when the Commonwealth Design Act became effective in 1907.This design is one of many registered, however these registrations were incomplete due to many complications including defects in the many state registers and poor images and drawings that were submitted. Many designs manufactured today, which have been modified have never been…
The charm and elegance of a Victorian Lion Post Fence. A large range of Victorian Post Caps and Federation post capitals including the Angelina Post cap and the Nicolina Post cap are now available to enhance that elegant federation style fence post or gatepost. The traditional Victorian gatepost is commonly referred to as a lion…
Lacework on heritage verandas can be restored using iron lacework, aluminium lacework and lace balustrade products. Original heritage cast iron lacework can be reproduced in both small and large quantities to suit specific requirements. The new castings in aluminium or iron will look almost identical to the original castings. Lace balustrade panels can also…
Some options to consider when you attempt to get that lacework look on your Victorian Cottage Imitate similar properties in the area. Use materials to match existing features, such as authentic timber boards, lacework and lace balustrades. Ensure adequate under-floor ventilation. Remove later additions such as aluminium windows, replace with traditionally sized timber ones. Avoid…
Cast iron balustrade.Cast Iron Lacework.Cast Iron Verandah Posts.These are just some of the cast iron architectural products found on heritage properties. Verandahs on heritage properties are easily restored with the many iron lacework, aluminium lacework and lace balustrade products on the market today. Its interesting to note the attitude towards aluminium replicas of lacework or…
