Structural Strengthening and Damp-Proofing at Mandarin Stone Showroom
Structural Strengthening and Damp-Proofing at Mandarin Stone Showroom
PROJECT DETAILS
Duration
12 Weeks
Location
Bath
Value
£150,000
Expertise
Principal Contractor
Sector
Local Authority
Located on one of Bath’s busiest commercial streets, 15–16 Broad Street is a prominent Grade II listed building that houses the tile showroom of Mandarin Stone.
The project was commissioned in response to long-standing structural weaknesses and persistent water ingress, primarily caused by rainwater runoff from an adjacent car park. Over time, these issues led to significant damp in the basement and posed an increasing risk to the building’s structural integrity. Given its central location and listed status, BANES required a solution that not only addressed the underlying issues but did so in a way that preserved the building’s historic character and minimised disruption in this high-footfall area.
Client Requirements
BANES needed urgent repairs to safeguard the building’s long-term structural integrity while allowing Mandarin Stone to continue trading throughout the works. This required a carefully phased approach, with works scheduled around showroom hours and noisy or disruptive activities tightly managed to avoid impacting day-to-day business.
How we Helped
Protective measures were put in place to ensure public safety throughout, while all materials and methods were carefully chosen to respect the building’s listed status. The approach not only resolved immediate structural concerns but also tackled the underlying cause of persistent damp in the basement - delivering long-term resilience without compromising the building’s historic fabric or its commercial use.
Works began with the installation of a two-piece, 5-metre galvanised steel beam to replace three corroded supports, restoring the building’s structural strength. In the basement, a full tanking system using a specialist waterproof membrane was installed, creating a reliable barrier against moisture ingress. This was followed by the laying of a new screeded floor to keep the space dry and functional for the future.
The project progressed smoothly through its final stages, including electrical first and second fix, new lighting installation, drylining, decoration, and finishing touches. Careful planning and close collaboration with the tenant ensured the showroom stayed open throughout, with minimal disruption to daily operations.
PROJECT DETAILS
Duration
12 Weeks Weeks
Location
Bath
Located on one of Bath’s busiest commercial streets, 15–16 Broad Street is a prominent Grade II listed building that houses the tile showroom of Mandarin Stone.
The project was commissioned in response to long-standing structural weaknesses and persistent water ingress, primarily caused by rainwater runoff from an adjacent car park. Over time, these issues led to significant damp in the basement and posed an increasing risk to the building’s structural integrity. Given its central location and listed status, BANES required a solution that not only addressed the underlying issues but did so in a way that preserved the building’s historic character and minimised disruption in this high-footfall area.
What Mandarin Stone Bath Wanted
BANES needed urgent repairs to safeguard the building’s long-term structural integrity while allowing Mandarin Stone to continue trading throughout the works. This required a carefully phased approach, with works scheduled around showroom hours and noisy or disruptive activities tightly managed to avoid impacting day-to-day business.
How we Helped
Protective measures were put in place to ensure public safety throughout, while all materials and methods were carefully chosen to respect the building’s listed status. The approach not only resolved immediate structural concerns but also tackled the underlying cause of persistent damp in the basement - delivering long-term resilience without compromising the building’s historic fabric or its commercial use.
Works began with the installation of a two-piece, 5-metre galvanised steel beam to replace three corroded supports, restoring the building’s structural strength. In the basement, a full tanking system using a specialist waterproof membrane was installed, creating a reliable barrier against moisture ingress. This was followed by the laying of a new screeded floor to keep the space dry and functional for the future.
The project progressed smoothly through its final stages, including electrical first and second fix, new lighting installation, drylining, decoration, and finishing touches. Careful planning and close collaboration with the tenant ensured the showroom stayed open throughout, with minimal disruption to daily operations.
Value
£150,000
Expertise
Principal Contractor
Sector
Local Authority
