Surrey | Historic Finishes Masterclass

Seminar 9.30 am-4.30 pm, 19 Nov 2019
East Anglia, Greater London

SPAB are offering a one-day masterclass on how historic finishes are investigated and conserved at Hampton Court Palace.

Combining lectures, practical demonstrations and hands-on workshops, these masterclasses are designed for those who are professionally involved with buildings. The masterclasses are recognised for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) by the Institute of Historic Building Conservation (IHBC).

The aim of this masterclass is to consider how historic finishes are investigated and conserved – focusing on paint and wallpaper, using the unique setting of Hampton Court Palace as a case study. Delegates will also gain experience of practical techniques during a hands-on workshop.

Topic covered

Theory (using case studies)
Treatment of panelling
Types of finishes
Colour choices and sources of pigment
Making traditional paint
Paint sampling and analysis
Investigating and identifying historic wallpapers
Conservation of wallpaper
Recreating wallpaper schemes

Practical
Mixing traditional distemper
Joining and hand grounding wallpaper
Block printing and flocking

There will also be a walking tour of Hampton Court Palace to look at case studies and discuss past work.

Please note: delegates will need to be prepared with suitable clothing for messy work; all other PPE will be provided on the day. 

Price: £195 per person, which includes a light lunch

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