Thornbridge Hall

Zinsser AllCoat Solvent Based and PermaWhite® paints have been used extensively on the walls and ceilings of a stately home extension in Derbyshire. Originally built in the 12th century, Thornbridge Hall was substantially rebuilt in the Victorian and Edwardian eras.

Run as a teacher training college, an educational centre and conference centre by Sheffield City Council from 1945, it has been owned privately since 2002.The extension, designed by architects Chris Gothard Associates, is the first significant building construction to be undertaken for over 100 years. It houses a splendid swimming pool, below-ground gymnasium and beauty rooms. Because of the function of the extension, building contractors Baytree Interiors wanted an internal paint that would be completely moisture permeable resistant and that would not flake or peel. The solution was the specification of Zinsser products.

Why Mick Edge of Baytree Interiors chose Zinsser

  • “We used AllCoat Solvent Based as a primer, with PermaWhite® in both white and tinted as a decorative yet functional top coat,” comments Mick Edge of Baytree. “This was a large contract and the interior environment dictated the use of specialist paint.
  • With a wealth of experience in decorating interiors, we chose the Zinsser paints for their proven high performance and durability.” AllCoat Solvent Based is an all-purpose interior primer / sealer that effectively blocks stains, including water stains. The flexibility of the primer is reflected in its adhesion to all surfaces, drying quickly to allow a recoat in just two hours.

Why PermaWhite was the best product for the job

PermaWhite® Mould and Mildew-Resistant Paint is a water-based paint specifically designed to withstand the harsh conditions of moisture-prone areas. Its unique formulation prevents mildew growth on the paint film even under the harshest conditions. Self priming, tintable to any colour, low odour and easy to apply, it is guaranteed for five years.

The results

Now fully completed, the swimming pool extension adds to the facilities of Thornbridge Hall which, as well as being a private home, is also an exclusive venue for various events.

Get in touch

If you have a professional painting project you’d like us to help you with, simply visit www.zinsseruk.com/specification-service or call us on 0191 410 6611 and one of our Specification Managers will be in touch. The Zinsser specification service is offered free of charge, with members of the experienced Zinsser team available to work with professionals across the industry at every stage of their projects, from initial survey through to specification and application of coatings, providing on-site advice, training and technical assistance.

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