

Cleaning can however be extremely damaging, and can cause erosion that will escalate the cause of decay of historic fabrics. Historic buildings/structures can be prone to dirt, and it is common for owners to want to clean them.

Where works are being undertaken to a listed building and this requires listed building consent, materials should form a significant part of the heritage assessment.įor further information on the most common types of traditional materials used in Salford, please use the links below. Failure to do this is likely to have a detrimental impact on the character and appearance of the building and also affect its structural integrity, causing permanent damage to its historic fabric. Works must be carried out using materials and methods that are compatible with those already used on the building. Prior to undertaking repairs or alterations to a historic building, there must be a full understanding of its fabric, including the materials used and the technology of its construction. Materials and the craftsmanship employed in their use often add interest to a building and contribute to its significance.

Historic buildings were constructed with traditional materials which are more complex than, and often incompatible with modern materials used today.
