A conservative approach is fundamental to good conservation – so retaining as much of the significant historic fabric and keeping changes to a minimum are of key importance when carrying out repair work to historic buildings. The unnecessary replacement of historic fabric, no matter how carefully the work is carried out, can in most situations have an adverse effect on character and significance. SK Conservation always source materials from a supplier close to the works being carried out to ensure close matched products. All materials will be sampled and checked for matching prior to commencement of works as detailed in the draft project programme and pricing.