Business Details
39 Years
experience
Expert Stone Masonry & Restoration Services in Bristol
Rowland Stone is a family-owned and managed company based in South Bristol, with over 40 years of experience in traditional stone masonry and craftsmanship. Established in 1987, we employ a team of approximately 30 skilled professionals, including Master Craftsmen, capable of delivering both simple and complex projects. Our expertise spans stone cleaning, restoration, conservation, and new builds, utilising cutting-edge design and production technology alongside age-old techniques. We have completed high-profile projects such as the new Radisson Hotel in Bristol and intricate stone replacements at Howells School in Cardiff. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through our use of advanced systems like DOFF and TORC for stone cleaning and graffiti removal, ensuring minimal invasion while maintaining structural integrity.With full CAD capabilities, we provide detailed working drawings and itemised proposals, enabling us to tender for contracts up to 2 million. Our team's deep understanding of stone types, historical construction methods, and modern conservation practices allows us to offer comprehensive solutions from consultancy to execution. We maintain extensive connections with quarries and stock a diverse selection of stone to ensure accurate matching for restoration projects. Our reputation for excellence is built on decades of delivering precise, durable results across commercial, residential, and heritage sites.
Services
Stone Cleaning
Restoration
Conservation
Stone Carving
Fire Places
Graffiti Removal
New Builds
Landscaping
Concrete Repairs
Structural Repair
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in traditional stone masonry
- Our team includes Master Craftsmen with specialist carving expertise
- We utilise advanced DOFF and TORC cleaning systems approved by Stonehealth
- Full-service capability from consultancy to project completion
- CAD system for detailed working drawings and accurate costings
Associations and certifications
- Stonehealth
Services
Stone Cleaning
Our stone cleaning services utilise DOFF and TORC systems approved by Stonehealth to remove graffiti, biological matter, and smoke damage while preserving material integrity. We assess stone type and condition to determine the most effective cleaning method, ensuring surfaces are restored to near-original condition without saturation. Our specialists handle both heritage and modern buildings, including the recent two-year contract for Bristol University's Wills Memorial Building.
Restoration
Specialist restoration services focus on returning stone structures to their intended condition rather than creating new elements. With over 40 years' experience, we address cracks, settlement damage, and deteriorated masonry using traditional techniques and materials. Our team works closely with architects and contractors to maintain historical accuracy while implementing modern solutions for longevity and structural integrity.
Conservation
Professional conservation work combines traditional practices with contemporary technology to preserve historical buildings. We conduct detailed assessments and produce comprehensive reports with costings and schedules for minimal-invasive interventions. Our approach maintains original construction integrity while addressing modern wear factors through material analysis and specialist mortar formulations developed in-house.
Stone Carving
Traditional stone carving services replicate or create bespoke architectural elements using time-honoured techniques. Our master craftsmen work to exacting standards, matching original materials and carving methods for seamless integration. Projects range from intricate monument repairs to custom fireplace surrounds, all executed with precision to the nearest millimetre for both functional and decorative applications.
New Builds
New build projects incorporate traditional stonemasonry skills with modern CAD technology for precise architectural realisation. We transform design drawings into detailed proposals with sectional costing, recently completing developments including the Brigstow Hotel and City of Bristol College. Our capabilities extend to complete stone cladding solutions and landscaping elements for commercial and residential properties.
Questions
What areas do you cover for stone masonry services?
We operate across Bristol, Bath, Cardiff, Cheltenham, Oxford, and Exeter, providing both local and regional stone masonry solutions.
Can you match original stone for restoration projects?
Yes, we maintain extensive quarry connections and stock a wide selection of stone to ensure accurate matching for heritage projects.
Do you handle both traditional and modern stone projects?
Our expertise spans historic conservation and contemporary new builds, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern technology.
What special cleaning systems do you use?
We utilise Stonehealth-approved DOFF (high-temperature steam) and TORC (abrasive vortex) systems for effective stone cleaning and graffiti removal.
Can you work with architectural drawings?
Yes, our CAD capabilities allow us to develop detailed working drawings and costings from architects' plans for accurate project execution.
What size contracts can you handle?
We tender for contracts up to £2 million, with experience in both small-scale repairs and large commercial developments.
