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- SD Office, 491 Wight Moss Way, Southport PR8 4ZZ
Midland hotel listed building cleaning.
The Midland Hotel is a Grade II, Listed art-deco building, built in the 1930s. Refurbishment took place in 2008. Finished in ground glass render and part finished in a silicone render, believed to be K-rend.
How we cleaned the Midland Hotel Morecambe,
The Midland Hotel is a Streamline Moderne building in Morecambe, Lancashire, England. It was built by the London, Midland and Scottish Railway (LMS), in 1933, to the designs of architect Oliver Hill, with sculpture by Eric Gill, and murals by Eric Ravilious (subsequently destroyed). It is a Grade II* listed building. The hotel has been restored by Urban Splash with architects Union North, Northwest Regional Development Agency, and Lancaster City Council.
Challenges Faced
Showing various biofilm growths around the building—
- Trentepohlia (red algae)
- Chemoorganotrophic fungi (dark marks)
- General atmospheric staining, road dirt, diesel fumes, etc.
The building had previously been cleaned using high-pressure water.
This may have, when combined with certain detergents, removed atmospheric “dirt.”
However, this process alone will not address the root of the problem, which is actually microorganisms colonizing the surface.
There is also a secondary problem—as these microorganisms grow, they also excrete by-products, which etch and stain the surface.
While these are not actually living organisms, they do stain, so this also needs to be removed.
- Only Eco-friendly products
- Outstanding results
- Long-term Warranties
- Guaranteed Satisfaction
Our Proven Cleaning Process
We undertook to chemically clean and treat for growth, to achieve the desired results.
Whilst we cannot guarantee that all staining will be removed, the process is fairly predictable, and we were certain that the process used would vastly improve the aesthetics of the building.
We then treated the whole of the building with a biodegradable biocide that sits within the fabric of the render. Over time, this leeches out, continuing to clean the render.
Importance of Choosing the Right Cleaning Process
Using the wrong methods can lead to permanent damage, surface erosion, and accelerated degradation. Many cleaning companies rely on generic solutions that fail to address:
- Root cause of staining and discolouration
- Preservation of delicate historic materials
- Longevity of the cleaning process
Choosing a specialised, expert-led cleaning process like ours, property owners ensure their building remains cleaner for longer, without risk to its original structure.
Chris Spruce Cleaning Service ltd
SD Office, 491 Wight Moss Way, Southport PR84 ZZ
Phone: 0800 0933 267
Email: info@cleaning-service.uk.com
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Impact of Our Work
Our cleaning and treatment process delivered outstanding results, including:
- Significant visual improvement
- Removal of stubborn biofilm growth and organic staining
- A long-term solution due to the ongoing action of the biocide treatment
If you own or manage a listed building and are struggling with staining, biofilm growth, or environmental damage, contact us today.
Our specialist cleaning solutions offer a safe, effective, and long-lasting way to restore your property’s aesthetic without compromising its historical integrity.
More information regarding the Midland Hotel can be found [here].
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