Acoustic Restoration for Historic & Grade Listed Buildings

 

Preserving Architectural Integrity with Invisible Acoustic Performance

 

Restoring the auditory comfort of a historic space is a delicate balance. Grand entrance halls, vaulted libraries, and traditional courtrooms often suffer from extreme reverberation due to original stone, timber, and lime-plaster surfaces. Quiet Craft specialises in the sensitive installation of seamless acoustic plaster systems that resolve these challenges while strictly adhering to the aesthetic requirements of Grade I and Grade II listed buildings.

 

Meeting the Standards of Historic England & Conservation Officers

 

We understand that heritage projects require a non-invasive approach. Our hand-applied finishes, such as BASWA Phon, are the preferred choice for architectural conservation because they mimic the light-reflecting quality and monolithic texture of traditional high-quality lime plaster.

 

Seamless Integration into Heritage Envelopes

 

• Aesthetic Continuity: Our marble-sand finishes provide a smooth, matte appearance that is indistinguishable from original historic plasterwork.

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• Complex Geometry: We are experts in applying acoustic systems to traditional architectural features, including barrel vaults, domes, and ornate cornicing.

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• Bespoke Heritage Palette: We can colour-match our finishes to historical pigments or specific NCS/RAL references to maintain the period-correct atmosphere of the interior.

 

Non-Combustible & Breathable Solutions

 

Safety is paramount in timber-framed or historic stone structures. All our systems are non-combustible (A2-s1, d0), providing essential fire protection for national heritage assets. Furthermore, our mineral-based systems offer the vapour permeability required for older building envelopes to prevent moisture entrapment.

 

Proven Expertise: From Cambridge Colleges to National Museums

 

Our portfolio includes some of the UK’s most prestigious heritage sites. We have successfully delivered high-performance acoustics for:

 

• University of Cambridge: Including our 40mm installation at Emmanuel College.

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• Museums & Galleries: Such as the Plymouth Natural History Museum (The Box).

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• Stately Homes & Manors: Providing modern quietude to private estates across The Cotswolds and The Home Counties.

 

​UK-Wide Heritage Installation Services

 

Quiet Craft provides a mobile, specialist service across the entire United Kingdom. We work collaboratively with Heritage Architects and English Heritage consultants from our base on the Hertfordshire/Bedfordshire border to sites in:

 

• London: Westminster, St James's, and historic City institutions.

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• The Golden Triangle: Extensive experience in Oxford and Cambridge collegiate architecture.

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• Nationwide: Serving historic town halls, law courts, and private listed residences from Cornwall to Edinburgh.

 

Technical Consultation for Heritage Specifiers

 

We offer a dedicated support service for conservation projects, including:

 

• On-Site Mock-ups: We can provide small-scale samples on-site to ensure the finish meets the approval of the Local Planning Authority.

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• CAD Interface Details: Expert guidance on how our 30mm–70mm systems interface with existing timber beams or stone masonry.

 

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