The Listed Property Show 2010 was again a huge success this year. With thosands of visitors at the show we were kept very busy answering the many questions, the listed property owners needed to know, to help progress the projects on their homes. We made an oak frame especially for the show, which included a wide depressed arch doorhead, with carved spandrels, cuurved tension braces and a post splice repair demonstration.
"We are extremely pleased with the superbly handmade windows and doors that Heartwood Construction made for our period home. Chris Payne has an understanding and feeling for old houses, with knowledge of their original construction that helps him to ensure that the joinery he creates will fit into and move with a property that will continue to develop over the years".
S.Bowles, Burwash, East Sussex
Heartwood Construction shows a refreshing enthusiasm and a professional approach to the inevitable repairs that are required. The installation of a concealed steel (T / flitch plate) inside a prominent oak beam was completed with a minimum of fuss and no unsightly reminders. Chris Payne richly deserves his 2009 Sussex Heritage Trust Award for a competent and sympathetic approach to historic restoration.
P.Higgs, Mayfield