What the laser takes off.
Historic timber needs the least invasive method that works. Laser cleaning removes soiling and later coatings while leaving tool marks and patina where they belong.
- Later paint over original timber
- Candle soot and grime
- Failed historic varnish
- Surface dirt on carved screens and panelling
Why not sand or strip?
Conservation work favours reversible, low-impact methods. Because laser cleaning is non-contact, it avoids the abrasion and moisture that can harm old wood.
How the job runs.
Assess
Photos and a short call, or a site visit for larger jobs.
Test
A hidden patch confirms the settings.
Clean
Controlled passes with extraction running.
Protect
Finish applied, or the surface handed over ready.
Common questions.
Do you work with conservation officers?
Yes. We can follow a specification from your conservator or architect and document each step.
Can you clean while the building is in use?
Often. We schedule around services and use exclusion zones while the laser runs.
Ready to bring your wood back?
Send a few photos and the size of the area. We reply with a plan and a fixed price.