Building materials
The aims of the buildings section include the identification and interpretation of a wide range of building materials in their archaeological and architectural contexts, using our extensive reference collection of building materials.
Interpretative architectural analysis, in conjunction with the use of documentary evidence where available, permits the fullest architectural reconstruction possible.
Our service covers not only recently excavated assemblages but collections curated by museums and other institutions. Our experienced staff are available for lectures and workshops on all aspects of our work.
We offer a range of services, including:
Advice
- preparation of research designs
- advice on sampling and retention strategies, on-site and post-excavation
- advice on recording methods
Buildings and building materials
- ceramic and stone building materials from the Roman period to the end of the 19th century
- recording and study of standing buildings, timber-framed, stone, or brick, including other materials such as roofing tiles and slates
- architectural worked stone, including the reconstruction of buildings or parts of buildings, and including methods of working stones
- medieval and later floor tiles, including fabric types and decoration
- tin-glazed wall and floor tiles
- Netherlands hearthbricks and stove tiles
- early Tudor architectural terracotta
- daub and mud-brick
- in situ recording, conservation and analysis of Roman and later painted wall plaster, together with analysis of the mortar backing
- petrological examination and identification of ceramic building materials (thin-sections provided by client)
More information
For further information contact, Nick Bateman, Sophie Jackson, or Chris Thomas, on 020 7410 2200.