BROADLAND DISTRICT COUNCIL 24 May 2018 20180876 PLANNING CONTROL

HEGGATT HALL

DESIGN, ACCESS AND HERITAGE STATEMENT 001 May 2018 HEGGATT HALL DESIGN, ACCESS AND HERITAGE STATEMENT

CONTENTS

1.0 Introduction 3 2.0 Site Setting and Description 4 3.0 Proposed Works 6 4.0 Conclusion 7

Appendix A: Historic England Listing Appendix B: Purcell Photographic Survey Appendix C: Vincent Reeve Ltd Method Statement and Photographs *Appendices not included in this digital version as file is too large and will be included in CD issued by post.

Oliver Chinn RIBA AABC, James Bailey RIBA 3 Colegate, Norwich, Norfolk, NR3 1BN [email protected] www.purcelluk.com

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1.0 INTRODUCTION

Heggatt Hall is a 17th Century Grade II Listed Building built in neo-Elizabethan style, in red brick and faced in knapped flint by Thomas Blake. The building is ‘L’ shaped in plans and is of 2 storeys with attics. The following statement includes a brief description of the hall, photography and a description of the proposed works. The property recently suffered a leak in the attic to the second floor and as a result the fabric has been damaged by cascading water. The application seeks permission to remove and reinstate the sensitive historic fabric which has been damaged. The target at the end of the works is to reinstate the historic fabric and nature of the room as it was before the leak and subsequent water damage.

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2.0 SETTING AND DESCRIPTION

2.1 Setting and Context Heggatt Hall is situated between Spixworth, Horstead and Coltishall and lies East of Norwich Road which provides links between the catchment areas. The Hall lies in the District of Broadland. The approach to the Hall is either from Green Lane off Norwich Road or Mill Road if you are coming from Horstead, and later merges with Hegatt Road after the first bend. The entrance from Hegatt Road is a sweeping lane with a copse of trees on the left. The Hall is centred within vast landscape and gardens, approximately and defined with a plantation of trees around the boundary. In ‘L’ shape plan is orientated south and east with the frontage addressing Heggatt Road. There is a complex of outbuildings located west and north of the main hall centred around a courtyard space.

Location Plan – taken from Google Earth

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2.2 Heggatt Hall The frontage (east elevation) is composed in four bays with a three-storey porch with stepped gable and pinnacles, pedimented window and door. The left-hand bay, with small crenelated bay window, is the stepped end-gable of the south elevation. The south elevation has also 4 bays, with a similar 3-storey porch, and with 2 bigger crenelated bay windows to the right. The west and north elevation is considered as the ‘back of house’ and features a 2 storey lean- to pile and polygonal stair turret within the internal angle and single storey hipped roof extension and 20th Century sun room to the south west.

East Elevation South Elevation

West Elevation North Elevation

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3.0 PROPOSED WORKS

The proposed works are to repair and restore the timber panelling in the Dining Room, Drawing Room and the timber fire surround on the first-floor bedroom following water damage from a burst pipe in the attic. Purcell visited the site on 26th March 2018 and took a photographic survey of the areas damaged and prepared a scope of works with conservation and restoration specialists, Vincent Reeve. The statement below will describe the proposed repair works to be carried out by Vincent Reed Ltd accompanied with photographic survey in Appendix B and an assessment on the heritage impact. A detailed copy of Vincent Reed Ltd method statement for the timber panelling in the Dining Room has been provided in Appendix C.

3.1 Dining Room – Timber Panelling The panelling dates from 19th century – circa 1845 and has been constructed using a combination of reclaimed 17th and 18th Century oak panels, rails and stiles. The moulded bead detailing within the panelling is comprised of a combination of three architectural styles; Neoclassical, Queen Anne Revival and Jacobean Revival. As a result of water ingress, the panelling has cupped, warped and twisted. The panelling is to be carefully removed and transported to a workshop where it will be repaired. Before this is done, the panelling will be photographically recorded and numbered, and measurements taken of the apparent cupping, bowing, splits and cracks caused by the water damage. Once the panelling is off site and, in the workshop, it is to be kiln dried and moisture content recorded.

3.2 Drawing Room – Timber Panelling The panelling again dates from 19th century but unlike the panelling in the Dining Room, it appears to be constructed from new oak from 1845. The panelling has also cupped, warped and twisted. The principles for removing and restoration of the cupping will be the same as above but there will be differences in other methods of restoring and cleaning the panels particularly as the panelling is likely not to contain animal glue on the back of the panels. A method statement will be produced in much the same way as the timber panelling in the dining room in due course.

3.3 Drawing Room – Fire surround On observations, the fireplace has two cupped panels and again the principles in recording, removing a repairing of the cupped timber will be much the same method as the above two areas. There may be some differences in the precise detail of conserving and restoration techniques used. A method statement will be produced in due course detailing this.

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4.0 CONCLUSION

The historic timber fabric as it stands has suffered significant damage as a result of water ingress and has affected the timber fabric and finishes applied to those surfaces. A direct result of the leak in the attic has had an adverse effect to the aesthetic appearance and quality of the joinery. Although, removing the historic timber fabric from its setting will in the short term could be considered to have a medium impact, the results achieved from restoring the pieces in controlled environments to achieve the original patina and finish which is key a sympathetic restoration.

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APPENDICES:

APPENDIX A: HISTORIC ENGLAND LISTING TG 21 NE HORSTEAD WITH STANNINGHALL HEGGATT STREET 4/45 Heggatt Hall. 19.1.52 G.V. II Former manor house, built in C17, refaced and extended in 1841. Knapped flint with brick dressings and plain tiled roofs. 'L' shaped plan, of 2 storeys and attics, with additional 2 storey lean-to pile and polygonal stair turret within the internal angle. Single storey hipped roof extension and C20 sun room to south west. Asymmetrical entrance facade to east, with gable end of south wing to left and 3 windows to right including central 2½ storey gabled porch with brick pediment over entrance doors, first floor and attic windows. Oriel window with battlemented parapet, central on ground floor gable wall, with a terra cotta panel above. Window with brick pediment in gable. Garden elevation to south possibly conceals the C17 house. 3 windows plus off centre 2½ storey gabled porch. Entrance to porch has moulded brick reveals and 4 centred gauged brick arch. Brick pediments over entrance and first floor and attic windows. 2 canted bays to right of porch with 5-light windows and battle-mented parapets. Ground floor windows-on principal facades, generally with stone mullions and transoms with timber casements. First floor windows have timber mullions, with casements with glazing bars. Flint plinths, brick string courses at first floor level, stepped gables with finials on brick kneelers, and gable stacks with polygonal shafts, bases and caps on west and north gables. C20 flat roofed dormers on north and south slopes of south wing. Off centre axial stack with 4 polygonal shafts with bases and caps in south wing. "Panelled dining room with elaborate arcaded overmantle and discreet fluted pilasters. Good staircase with 2 balusters to each tread" from Burke's and Savills Guide to Country Houses. Vol. III Michael Sayer. "Overmantle bearing the arms of George Warde of Brooke of 1663" from a History of Horstead and Stanninghall. Percy Millican

Listing NGR: TG2719218292

TG 21 NE HORSTEAD WITH STANNINGHALL HEGGATT STREET 4/46 Barn adjoining Heggatt Hall, to west. G.V. II Barn and stables, C18, but with earlier core. Built of brick and flint with pantiled roof. 3 stead barn, extended to the north with continuous outshut to west. East elevation of flint, with inserted C19 windows and doors. Northern end built of brick. Honey comb vents in north gable wall, with platband at eaves level. Brick Lumbling in on south gable. Parapet verges. Outshut not of special interest. Barn forms boundary of courtyard. Included for group value.

Listing NGR: TG2716118295

TG 21 NE HORSTEAD WITH STANNINGHALL HEGGATT STREET 4/47 Outbuildings and adjoining Heggatt Hall to north. G.V. II Outbuildings converted to flat and offices. C17 core rebuilt in C18. Built of brick and flint with pantiled roof. 1½ storeys with single storey range to west. Inserted C19 doors and windows to south. C17 brickwork to north with 2-light ovolo moulded timber casement to left. Line of C17 verge visible in east gable. Forms north side of courtyard. Included for group value.

Listing NGR: TG2718618308

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APPENDIX B: PURCELL PHOTOGRAPHIC SURVEY

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APPENDIX C: VINCENT REEVE LTD METHOD STATEMENT AND PHOTOGRAPHS

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Method Statement Heggatt Hall Dining Room Paneling Restoration 17 May, 2018

Dining Room Oak Panelling

Site Location and Description

The Oak panelling (the ‘Panelling’) is located in the Dining Room and dates back to the 19th century - circa 1845.

The Panelling has been constructed using a combination of reclaimed 17th and 18th century oak panels, rails and stiles.

The Panelling has a moulded bead detailing and is comprised of a combination of the following three architectural styles:

- Neoclassical; - Queen Anne Revival; and - Jacobean Revival.

The rails and stiles have have been fitted using a combination of mortice and tenon joints and the panels have been set in a groove within the framework.

There is no evidence of recent restoration and modification to the Panelling.

Scope of Work

To conserve and restore the water damaged Oak panelling in the Dining Room which has cupped, warped and twisted as a result of ingress of water caused by a burst pipe in the attic space of the property.

A sympathetic approach to restoration is the key to responsible conservation, and conservation of the original patina and finish is the key to sympathetic restoration. This is not simply for aesthetic reasons. Patina gives a good indication of the age of the wood and is a significant aspect of its history.

Sympathetic restoration techniques, using traditional methods to reinstate the correct finish and to revive and wax wood are the best way to restore and clean joinery.

The existing finish (the ‘Finish’) of the Panelling appears to be shellac based upon an initial inspection onsite. The Finish will be safeguarded where possible.

Vincent Reed Ltd

Method Statement: Heggatt Hall, Dining Room Panelling Restoration

17 May 2018 1 Methodology

Phase 1 : Removal Process Overview

1. Recording ​ 2. Measurement 3. Readings 4. Removal 5. Protection and Packaging

1. Recording - Photography, Video and Numbering - To take detailed video and photography of the Panelling in situ to record all original positioning and construction details both before and during the removal of the panelling - To number all component parts prior to removal

2. Measurements of Movement - To record detailed measurement of the apparent cupping, bowing, splits and cracks caused by water damage

3. Moisture and Relative Humidity Readings - To take multiple moisture meter readings and relative humidity readings of the the Panelling prior to removal

4. Panel Removal - To remove the cornices and plinths using softwood wedges and pallet knives by carefully separating from the Panelling, ensuring that all nails and pins are pulled out through the back of the Panelling by hand to prevent any damage the front facia - All related components to be identified, marked and stored by separate elevation as removed - To remove any existing grain plugs which cover existing screws which secure the main panels to the outer wall - To remove any existing screws which secure the main panels to the outer wall to release the main panels from the outer wall

5. Protection and packing - To use bubble wrap and paper sheeting as protective packaging for all all panels and component parts in preparation for transport to the workshop location

Vincent Reed Ltd

Method Statement: Heggatt Hall, Dining Room Panelling Restoration

17 May 2018 2 Phase 2: Drying Process Overview

When wood is used as a construction material, whether as a structural support in a building or in woodworking ​ objects, it will absorb or desorb moisture until it is in equilibrium with its surroundings. Equilibration - in this instance drying the panelling i a kiln will control the equilibration of the damaged panelling as it dries out and prevent further damage which would otherwise be caused by unequal shrinkage in the wood. Timber loses or gains moisture to be in equilibrium with the atmospheric moisture in its immediate environment. When the timber and its surrounding environment have moisture contents that are in equilibrium, then the moisture content in the timber in this state is called the Equilibrium Moisture Content (EMC). When the moisture in the timber is in equilibrium with the moisture in the surrounding atmosphere the moisture content in the timber will remain stable.

The moisture content in the water damaged Panelling in the Dining Room is not in equilibrium with the surrounding environment and this is clearly evidenced by the presence of the following main characteristics:

- Shrinkage - Cupping - Bowing - Warping

1. Logistics 2. Drying

1. Logistics - To transfer components from Workshop and deliver to Kiln - To transfer components from Kiln and deliver to Workshop - To transfer panels from Workshop and deliver to Veneer Press - To transfer panels from Veneer Press and deliver to Workshop

2. Drying - To kiln dry entire component parts of the paneling to the correct Equilibrium Moisture Content (Exact moisture content to be determined)

Vincent Reed Ltd

Method Statement: Heggatt Hall, Dining Room Panelling Restoration

17 May 2018 3 Phase 3: Restoration Process Overview

1. Cleaning 2. Dismantling the panels stiles and rails 3. Restoration of panels 4. Reconstruction 5. Dry fit reinstatement 6. Partial refinishing

1. Cleaning - To wash animal glue from rear facia of each panel sections by hand using cabinet scrapers, hot water, nylon scrubbing brushes and cotton rags - To remove all existing packers and wedges holding the panelling flush to the front of the rebate

2. Dismantling the panels stiles and rails

Templates and measurements - Prior to dismantling precise measurements and templates (the “Templates’) will be constructed from 12mm ply sheeting to replicate the original fit of each panel so that this can be reinstated following repostoration

Recording and numbering - To take detailed video and photography of the Panelling in situ to record all original positioning and construction details - To number all component parts in sequence using masking tape

Dismantling the panels, stiles and rails - To drill into the centre of each dowel which holds the mortice and tenon joint together using an undersized drill bit to ensure minimal invasive action - To use pig nose pliers to remove all remaining ‘sheaf’ left in the dowel hole - process to be repeated for each dowel - From the rear facia, using soft wood blocks and a pin hammer, to gently knock the joints of the rails and stiles apart and inject hot water into the joints using a syringe to loosen any glue where necessary - Once all rails, stiles and panels have been separate to clean all remaining glue from any joint shoulders and panel sides

3. Restoration of panels

Each individual panel consists of a separate section of reclaimed oak that has been glued together, typically a combination of 3 to 4 separate sections (the ‘Sections’) . Prior to the water damage the front facia of each Section will have had a smooth even surface, while the rear facia would be uneven. Each Section varies in thickness from 1mm to 10mm.

The thinnest parts of each of the Sections have warped significantly due to the water damage sustained. Due to the fact that there are variances in the thickness of up to 8mm between the separate Sections comprising each individual

Vincent Reed Ltd

Method Statement: Heggatt Hall, Dining Room Panelling Restoration

17 May 2018 4 panel it is not possible to flatten each panel in its entirety. Therefore, the Sections of each panel will need to be teased apart using steam to dissolve the animal glue which has been used to secure them.

Flattening the panel sections - Each panel section that has been warped as a result of the ingress of water will need to be flattened using steam using one or both of the following options: - A water soaked cotton towel will be placed over the warped Sections and a hot iron is placed on top to produce a combination of pressure and heat to create a controlled source of steam; and/or - The warped Sections are submerged in a bath of warm water.

Note: Both techniques will require the warped Sections to be cramped in between MDF blocks. The rear block will ​ have a firm foam backing to follow the profile of the undulated surface on the rear of each panel section.

Adding thickness to each panel section - Each flat or flat or flattened section of every damaged panel will be passed through a planer thicknesser - rear facia only will be resurfaced to achieve a satisfactory gluing surface

Note: The minimum thickness will not be less than 2mm thick ​

- Quarter sawn conditioned oak measuring approximately 8mm will then be cramped and stuck onto the back of the planned section using animal glues - The sides of the Section will be planned up to the original surface side of the existing panel, ensuring that only a small amount of the original material is lightly skimmed by hand with a block plane to avoid loss of width and original material - A small groove will then be machined into the glueing surface side of each Section - A wooden tongue will be placed into the groove of one side of the Section - The sections of wood that make up the panel would then be glued together using animal glues

Note: The use of a wooden tongue will ensure that the front facia of the panel will be level and so avoid any need to ​ sand the front facia which would remove the original Finish

- Once the sections have been glued together and have dried the cramps will be removed and the excess animal glue will be cleaned off - A chamfer will be created to allow for reinstatement into the rebate

Restoration of Pilasters, plinths and cornices etc - To carry out general repairs to areas of joinery that have evidence of minor damage due to the removal process - this may include minimal splits, cracks and loose mouldings

A minority of the pilasters have severely warped and cupped and will need to be straightened

Warped and twisted elements - Once the pilaster has been dismantled cut marks are to be made to the rear along the entire width or length of the pilaster depending on which way the warping of cupping has presented itself - cut marks are to be made approximately 25mm distances apart and up to 2/3rds the depth of the thickness of the pillister to ease the tension allow the movement a flex the pillister and straighten

Vincent Reed Ltd

Method Statement: Heggatt Hall, Dining Room Panelling Restoration

17 May 2018 5 - The straightened pilaster will be placed face down on a MDF cramping block and cramped flat with high pressure cramps applied - Fillets of wood will be carved by hand to fit the expanded cut marks fitted and glued in place using animal glues - Once dry the cramps will be released and the fillets of wood are pared back by hand using smoothing planes

Note: Additional wood will be let in along the entire length if necessary this will add strength and stability ​

4. Reconstruction

Each rail and stile has a groove to house the sides of the panels which secures them in place. Once the panels have been made thicker there may need to be some adjustment to the groove so the panel sides are able to fit.

Rail and stiles rebate alterations / adjustments - One or both of the following options will be utilised: - The groove will be made wider by running a wider rebating tool on the router table; and/or - The back of side of each groove will be removed to create a half lap rebate. - Each panel will then be secured from the rear and secured using a wooden bead

Note: This will allow for natural expansion and contraction of the panel in situ ​

Rejointing Panels - To reassemble the panels within the rails and stiles using the Templates - To re-peg all mortice and tenon joints

Note: The panels will need to be stained and partially finish using a French polish before they are refitted back into ​ the rails and the stiles. This will avoid any colour discrepancies when the panel naturally shrinks across the grain.

5. Dry Fit Reinstatement

The construction of a softwood fixing frame is required t​o ensure that, when the paneling is reinstated onsite, it will fit correctly.

Construction of softwood fixing frame offsite - To construct a fixing frame from ply and 4x2 material to match the exact dimensions of the existing dining room - allowing for the door and fireplace openings - to systematically ‘dry fit’ each section of rejointed panelling on to the fixing frame using screws that will be secured through the existing original holes, ensuring that the correct levels and heights are in place and that each elevation section lines up and corresponds to its neighbour - To make softwood blocks and wedges and fit behind the panel sections for support where necessary

6. Partial Refinishing

The existing finish needs to be removed due to the water marks and discolouration.

Note: The existing shellac finish has a red /orange hue to the overall colour. This is due to a pigment that has been mixed with the shellac polish which has gradually turned red/orange over a significantly protracted period of time. Vincent Reed Ltd

Method Statement: Heggatt Hall, Dining Room Panelling Restoration

17 May 2018 6 This pigmentation is masking the natural colour of the reclaimed wood that has been used and it not the correct historical finish that would have been applied at the time the panelling was fitted.

The removal of the existing finish - Once the dry fit reinstatement has been completed each section of panelling will be removed from the fixing frame - The existing shellac finish will be sympathetically removed by hand using a methylated spirits solution applied using soft abrasive nylon pads and cotton rags, ensuring that all original patination remains in tact

Part refinishing - To use water stains and then shellacs which will be applied by hand using squirrel mops and polishing rubbers to recreate the correct original finish - To seal the rear of all Sections with a clear varnish to help minimise future moisture ingress from the outer wall

Protection and packing - To use bubble wrap and paper sheeting as protective packaging for all all panels and component parts in preparation for transport to the workshop location

Vincent Reed Ltd

Method Statement: Heggatt Hall, Dining Room Panelling Restoration

17 May 2018 7 Phase 4: Installation & Finishing Process Overview

1. Readings 2. Installation 3. Refinishing 4. Bay Window Repairs 5. Fake Graining

1. Moisture and Relative Humidity Readings - To take multiple moisture meter readings and relative humidity readings of the the Panelling prior to installation - To ascertain relative humidity readings and moisture content readings of the floor joists and flooring onsite prior to installation - specialist onsite third party to confirm ​

2. Installation of panelling - To refit and replace all softwood fixing grounds where necessary - To install each section of panelling and to secure using a plug and screw method ensuring that the original holes are used

3. Refinishing panelling - To apply a single coat of shellac by hand using polishing rubbers - To cut back the newly applied shellac polish by hand using ultra fine 0000 wire wool - To apply a second coat of shellac by hand using polishing rubbers - To cut back and wax by hand using a microcrystalline wax

4. Bay Window Panelling - To make good all repairs as necessary - To secure loose mortice and tenon joints by gluing with animal glue

5. Fake Graining

Graining is the art of imitating the different types of natural wood grain. It ranges from simple Clair Bois to intricate ​ English Walnut. There are two types of wood graining: coarse (rustic) and fine (polite). In fine graining, layers are ​ built up using water colors and finished with an oil glaze. Water colors use a beer solution tinted with a pigment, ​ ​ ​ ​ Indian inks, or Vandyke crystals dissolved in water. Vandyke crystals are very dark, almost a match for burnt umber ​ ​ but by varying the amount of water a color range from pale brown to nearly black can be obtained ​ ​ ​ ​

- To clean existing top layer finish back to the base coat using turpentine solutions and abrasives such as pumice powder and tripoli - To fake grain using earth pigments and goldsize applied using specialists graining tools and brushes

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Method Statement: Heggatt Hall, Dining Room Panelling Restoration

17 May 2018 8

Contact Details Vincent Reed Ltd Russets Farm Redlands Lane Robertsbridge TN32 5NG

01580 472016 07815 751 005 www.vincentreed.com

Vincent Reed Ltd

Method Statement: Heggatt Hall, Dining Room Panelling Restoration

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APPENDICES:

APPENDIX A: HISTORIC ENGLAND LISTING TG 21 NE HORSTEAD WITH STANNINGHALL HEGGATT STREET 4/45 Heggatt Hall. 19.1.52 G.V. II Former manor house, built in C17, refaced and extended in 1841. Knapped flint with brick dressings and plain tiled roofs. 'L' shaped plan, of 2 storeys and attics, with additional 2 storey lean-to pile and polygonal stair turret within the internal angle. Single storey hipped roof extension and C20 sun room to south west. Asymmetrical entrance facade to east, with gable end of south wing to left and 3 windows to right including central 2½ storey gabled porch with brick pediment over entrance doors, first floor and attic windows. Oriel window with battlemented parapet, central on ground floor gable wall, with a terra cotta panel above. Window with brick pediment in gable. Garden elevation to south possibly conceals the C17 house. 3 windows plus off centre 2½ storey gabled porch. Entrance to porch has moulded brick reveals and 4 centred gauged brick arch. Brick pediments over entrance and first floor and attic windows. 2 canted bays to right of porch with 5-light windows and battle-mented parapets. Ground floor windows-on principal facades, generally with stone mullions and transoms with timber casements. First floor windows have timber mullions, with casements with glazing bars. Flint plinths, brick string courses at first floor level, stepped gables with finials on brick kneelers, and gable stacks with polygonal shafts, bases and caps on west and north gables. C20 flat roofed dormers on north and south slopes of south wing. Off centre axial stack with 4 polygonal shafts with bases and caps in south wing. "Panelled dining room with elaborate arcaded overmantle and discreet fluted pilasters. Good staircase with 2 balusters to each tread" from Burke's and Savills Guide to Country Houses. Vol. III Michael Sayer. "Overmantle bearing the arms of George Warde of Brooke of 1663" from a History of Horstead and Stanninghall. Percy Millican

Listing NGR: TG2719218292

TG 21 NE HORSTEAD WITH STANNINGHALL HEGGATT STREET 4/46 Barn adjoining Heggatt Hall, to west. G.V. II Barn and stables, C18, but with earlier core. Built of brick and flint with pantiled roof. 3 stead barn, extended to the north with continuous outshut to west. East elevation of flint, with inserted C19 windows and doors. Northern end built of brick. Honey comb vents in north gable wall, with platband at eaves level. Brick Lumbling in on south gable. Parapet verges. Outshut not of special interest. Barn forms boundary of courtyard. Included for group value.

Listing NGR: TG2716118295

TG 21 NE HORSTEAD WITH STANNINGHALL HEGGATT STREET 4/47 Outbuildings and adjoining Heggatt Hall to north. G.V. II Outbuildings converted to flat and offices. C17 core rebuilt in C18. Built of brick and flint with pantiled roof. 1½ storeys with single storey range to west. Inserted C19 doors and windows to south. C17 brickwork to north with 2-light ovolo moulded timber casement to left. Line of C17 verge visible in east gable. Forms north side of courtyard. Included for group value.

Listing NGR: TG2718618308

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APPENDIX B: PURCELL PHOTOGRAPHIC SURVEY

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APPENDIX C: VINCENT REEVE LTD METHOD STATEMENT AND PHOTOGRAPHS

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Method Statement Heggatt Hall Dining Room Paneling Restoration 17 May, 2018

Dining Room Oak Panelling

Site Location and Description

The Oak panelling (the ‘Panelling’) is located in the Dining Room and dates back to the 19th century - circa 1845.

The Panelling has been constructed using a combination of reclaimed 17th and 18th century oak panels, rails and stiles.

The Panelling has a moulded bead detailing and is comprised of a combination of the following three architectural styles:

- Neoclassical; - Queen Anne Revival; and - Jacobean Revival.

The rails and stiles have have been fitted using a combination of mortice and tenon joints and the panels have been set in a groove within the framework.

There is no evidence of recent restoration and modification to the Panelling.

Scope of Work

To conserve and restore the water damaged Oak panelling in the Dining Room which has cupped, warped and twisted as a result of ingress of water caused by a burst pipe in the attic space of the property.

A sympathetic approach to restoration is the key to responsible conservation, and conservation of the original patina and finish is the key to sympathetic restoration. This is not simply for aesthetic reasons. Patina gives a good indication of the age of the wood and is a significant aspect of its history.

Sympathetic restoration techniques, using traditional methods to reinstate the correct finish and to revive and wax wood are the best way to restore and clean joinery.

The existing finish (the ‘Finish’) of the Panelling appears to be shellac based upon an initial inspection onsite. The Finish will be safeguarded where possible.

Vincent Reed Ltd

Method Statement: Heggatt Hall, Dining Room Panelling Restoration

17 May 2018 1 Methodology

Phase 1 : Removal Process Overview

1. Recording ​ 2. Measurement 3. Readings 4. Removal 5. Protection and Packaging

1. Recording - Photography, Video and Numbering - To take detailed video and photography of the Panelling in situ to record all original positioning and construction details both before and during the removal of the panelling - To number all component parts prior to removal

2. Measurements of Movement - To record detailed measurement of the apparent cupping, bowing, splits and cracks caused by water damage

3. Moisture and Relative Humidity Readings - To take multiple moisture meter readings and relative humidity readings of the the Panelling prior to removal

4. Panel Removal - To remove the cornices and plinths using softwood wedges and pallet knives by carefully separating from the Panelling, ensuring that all nails and pins are pulled out through the back of the Panelling by hand to prevent any damage the front facia - All related components to be identified, marked and stored by separate elevation as removed - To remove any existing grain plugs which cover existing screws which secure the main panels to the outer wall - To remove any existing screws which secure the main panels to the outer wall to release the main panels from the outer wall

5. Protection and packing - To use bubble wrap and paper sheeting as protective packaging for all all panels and component parts in preparation for transport to the workshop location

Vincent Reed Ltd

Method Statement: Heggatt Hall, Dining Room Panelling Restoration

17 May 2018 2 Phase 2: Drying Process Overview

When wood is used as a construction material, whether as a structural support in a building or in woodworking ​ objects, it will absorb or desorb moisture until it is in equilibrium with its surroundings. Equilibration - in this instance drying the panelling i a kiln will control the equilibration of the damaged panelling as it dries out and prevent further damage which would otherwise be caused by unequal shrinkage in the wood. Timber loses or gains moisture to be in equilibrium with the atmospheric moisture in its immediate environment. When the timber and its surrounding environment have moisture contents that are in equilibrium, then the moisture content in the timber in this state is called the Equilibrium Moisture Content (EMC). When the moisture in the timber is in equilibrium with the moisture in the surrounding atmosphere the moisture content in the timber will remain stable.

The moisture content in the water damaged Panelling in the Dining Room is not in equilibrium with the surrounding environment and this is clearly evidenced by the presence of the following main characteristics:

- Shrinkage - Cupping - Bowing - Warping

1. Logistics 2. Drying

1. Logistics - To transfer components from Workshop and deliver to Kiln - To transfer components from Kiln and deliver to Workshop - To transfer panels from Workshop and deliver to Veneer Press - To transfer panels from Veneer Press and deliver to Workshop

2. Drying - To kiln dry entire component parts of the paneling to the correct Equilibrium Moisture Content (Exact moisture content to be determined)

Vincent Reed Ltd

Method Statement: Heggatt Hall, Dining Room Panelling Restoration

17 May 2018 3 Phase 3: Restoration Process Overview

1. Cleaning 2. Dismantling the panels stiles and rails 3. Restoration of panels 4. Reconstruction 5. Dry fit reinstatement 6. Partial refinishing

1. Cleaning - To wash animal glue from rear facia of each panel sections by hand using cabinet scrapers, hot water, nylon scrubbing brushes and cotton rags - To remove all existing packers and wedges holding the panelling flush to the front of the rebate

2. Dismantling the panels stiles and rails

Templates and measurements - Prior to dismantling precise measurements and templates (the “Templates’) will be constructed from 12mm ply sheeting to replicate the original fit of each panel so that this can be reinstated following repostoration

Recording and numbering - To take detailed video and photography of the Panelling in situ to record all original positioning and construction details - To number all component parts in sequence using masking tape

Dismantling the panels, stiles and rails - To drill into the centre of each dowel which holds the mortice and tenon joint together using an undersized drill bit to ensure minimal invasive action - To use pig nose pliers to remove all remaining ‘sheaf’ left in the dowel hole - process to be repeated for each dowel - From the rear facia, using soft wood blocks and a pin hammer, to gently knock the joints of the rails and stiles apart and inject hot water into the joints using a syringe to loosen any glue where necessary - Once all rails, stiles and panels have been separate to clean all remaining glue from any joint shoulders and panel sides

3. Restoration of panels

Each individual panel consists of a separate section of reclaimed oak that has been glued together, typically a combination of 3 to 4 separate sections (the ‘Sections’) . Prior to the water damage the front facia of each Section will have had a smooth even surface, while the rear facia would be uneven. Each Section varies in thickness from 1mm to 10mm.

The thinnest parts of each of the Sections have warped significantly due to the water damage sustained. Due to the fact that there are variances in the thickness of up to 8mm between the separate Sections comprising each individual

Vincent Reed Ltd

Method Statement: Heggatt Hall, Dining Room Panelling Restoration

17 May 2018 4 panel it is not possible to flatten each panel in its entirety. Therefore, the Sections of each panel will need to be teased apart using steam to dissolve the animal glue which has been used to secure them.

Flattening the panel sections - Each panel section that has been warped as a result of the ingress of water will need to be flattened using steam using one or both of the following options: - A water soaked cotton towel will be placed over the warped Sections and a hot iron is placed on top to produce a combination of pressure and heat to create a controlled source of steam; and/or - The warped Sections are submerged in a bath of warm water.

Note: Both techniques will require the warped Sections to be cramped in between MDF blocks. The rear block will ​ have a firm foam backing to follow the profile of the undulated surface on the rear of each panel section.

Adding thickness to each panel section - Each flat or flat or flattened section of every damaged panel will be passed through a planer thicknesser - rear facia only will be resurfaced to achieve a satisfactory gluing surface

Note: The minimum thickness will not be less than 2mm thick ​

- Quarter sawn conditioned oak measuring approximately 8mm will then be cramped and stuck onto the back of the planned section using animal glues - The sides of the Section will be planned up to the original surface side of the existing panel, ensuring that only a small amount of the original material is lightly skimmed by hand with a block plane to avoid loss of width and original material - A small groove will then be machined into the glueing surface side of each Section - A wooden tongue will be placed into the groove of one side of the Section - The sections of wood that make up the panel would then be glued together using animal glues

Note: The use of a wooden tongue will ensure that the front facia of the panel will be level and so avoid any need to ​ sand the front facia which would remove the original Finish

- Once the sections have been glued together and have dried the cramps will be removed and the excess animal glue will be cleaned off - A chamfer will be created to allow for reinstatement into the rebate

Restoration of Pilasters, plinths and cornices etc - To carry out general repairs to areas of joinery that have evidence of minor damage due to the removal process - this may include minimal splits, cracks and loose mouldings

A minority of the pilasters have severely warped and cupped and will need to be straightened

Warped and twisted elements - Once the pilaster has been dismantled cut marks are to be made to the rear along the entire width or length of the pilaster depending on which way the warping of cupping has presented itself - cut marks are to be made approximately 25mm distances apart and up to 2/3rds the depth of the thickness of the pillister to ease the tension allow the movement a flex the pillister and straighten

Vincent Reed Ltd

Method Statement: Heggatt Hall, Dining Room Panelling Restoration

17 May 2018 5 - The straightened pilaster will be placed face down on a MDF cramping block and cramped flat with high pressure cramps applied - Fillets of wood will be carved by hand to fit the expanded cut marks fitted and glued in place using animal glues - Once dry the cramps will be released and the fillets of wood are pared back by hand using smoothing planes

Note: Additional wood will be let in along the entire length if necessary this will add strength and stability ​

4. Reconstruction

Each rail and stile has a groove to house the sides of the panels which secures them in place. Once the panels have been made thicker there may need to be some adjustment to the groove so the panel sides are able to fit.

Rail and stiles rebate alterations / adjustments - One or both of the following options will be utilised: - The groove will be made wider by running a wider rebating tool on the router table; and/or - The back of side of each groove will be removed to create a half lap rebate. - Each panel will then be secured from the rear and secured using a wooden bead

Note: This will allow for natural expansion and contraction of the panel in situ ​

Rejointing Panels - To reassemble the panels within the rails and stiles using the Templates - To re-peg all mortice and tenon joints

Note: The panels will need to be stained and partially finish using a French polish before they are refitted back into ​ the rails and the stiles. This will avoid any colour discrepancies when the panel naturally shrinks across the grain.

5. Dry Fit Reinstatement

The construction of a softwood fixing frame is required t​o ensure that, when the paneling is reinstated onsite, it will fit correctly.

Construction of softwood fixing frame offsite - To construct a fixing frame from ply and 4x2 material to match the exact dimensions of the existing dining room - allowing for the door and fireplace openings - to systematically ‘dry fit’ each section of rejointed panelling on to the fixing frame using screws that will be secured through the existing original holes, ensuring that the correct levels and heights are in place and that each elevation section lines up and corresponds to its neighbour - To make softwood blocks and wedges and fit behind the panel sections for support where necessary

6. Partial Refinishing

The existing finish needs to be removed due to the water marks and discolouration.

Note: The existing shellac finish has a red /orange hue to the overall colour. This is due to a pigment that has been mixed with the shellac polish which has gradually turned red/orange over a significantly protracted period of time. Vincent Reed Ltd

Method Statement: Heggatt Hall, Dining Room Panelling Restoration

17 May 2018 6 This pigmentation is masking the natural colour of the reclaimed wood that has been used and it not the correct historical finish that would have been applied at the time the panelling was fitted.

The removal of the existing finish - Once the dry fit reinstatement has been completed each section of panelling will be removed from the fixing frame - The existing shellac finish will be sympathetically removed by hand using a methylated spirits solution applied using soft abrasive nylon pads and cotton rags, ensuring that all original patination remains in tact

Part refinishing - To use water stains and then shellacs which will be applied by hand using squirrel mops and polishing rubbers to recreate the correct original finish - To seal the rear of all Sections with a clear varnish to help minimise future moisture ingress from the outer wall

Protection and packing - To use bubble wrap and paper sheeting as protective packaging for all all panels and component parts in preparation for transport to the workshop location

Vincent Reed Ltd

Method Statement: Heggatt Hall, Dining Room Panelling Restoration

17 May 2018 7 Phase 4: Installation & Finishing Process Overview

1. Readings 2. Installation 3. Refinishing 4. Bay Window Repairs 5. Fake Graining

1. Moisture and Relative Humidity Readings - To take multiple moisture meter readings and relative humidity readings of the the Panelling prior to installation - To ascertain relative humidity readings and moisture content readings of the floor joists and flooring onsite prior to installation - specialist onsite third party to confirm ​

2. Installation of panelling - To refit and replace all softwood fixing grounds where necessary - To install each section of panelling and to secure using a plug and screw method ensuring that the original holes are used

3. Refinishing panelling - To apply a single coat of shellac by hand using polishing rubbers - To cut back the newly applied shellac polish by hand using ultra fine 0000 wire wool - To apply a second coat of shellac by hand using polishing rubbers - To cut back and wax by hand using a microcrystalline wax

4. Bay Window Panelling - To make good all repairs as necessary - To secure loose mortice and tenon joints by gluing with animal glue

5. Fake Graining

Graining is the art of imitating the different types of natural wood grain. It ranges from simple Clair Bois to intricate ​ English Walnut. There are two types of wood graining: coarse (rustic) and fine (polite). In fine graining, layers are ​ built up using water colors and finished with an oil glaze. Water colors use a beer solution tinted with a pigment, ​ ​ ​ ​ Indian inks, or Vandyke crystals dissolved in water. Vandyke crystals are very dark, almost a match for burnt umber ​ ​ but by varying the amount of water a color range from pale brown to nearly black can be obtained ​ ​ ​ ​

- To clean existing top layer finish back to the base coat using turpentine solutions and abrasives such as pumice powder and tripoli - To fake grain using earth pigments and goldsize applied using specialists graining tools and brushes

Vincent Reed Ltd

Method Statement: Heggatt Hall, Dining Room Panelling Restoration

17 May 2018 8

Contact Details Vincent Reed Ltd Russets Farm Redlands Lane Robertsbridge TN32 5NG

01580 472016 07815 751 005 www.vincentreed.com

Vincent Reed Ltd

Method Statement: Heggatt Hall, Dining Room Panelling Restoration

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