About Us – Victorian Tile Restoration Edinburgh

Alex has worked in building conservation for over 30 years and established Victorian Tile Restoration & Repair more than 11 years ago.

His conservation training began in early 2001 at St Paul’s Cathedral in London, where he worked on mosaics, statues and monuments. Prior to this, he worked for a traditional masonry company in Somerset, developing practical skills in the use of hot lime and lime putty mortars. He later worked on projects at Hampton Court Palace, the Tower of London and Westminster Cathedral, gaining experience on some of Britain’s most significant historic buildings.

After moving to Scotland, Alex continued working on churches, monuments, listed buildings and private historic properties throughout Scotland. His work has included conservation projects at St Giles’ Cathedral in Edinburgh, Rosslyn Chapel, Pictish standing stones, medieval carved stone and decorative architectural surfaces, alongside a wide range of consultancy and practical projects for architects, conservation officers, public bodies and charitable organisations. He is regularly appointed as a specialist conservator and consultant on heritage projects across Scotland.

Although much of his career has involved the conservation of stonework, monuments and architectural detail, Victorian tile restoration has become a particular specialism. He has repaired, restored and installed hundreds of Victorian tile floors, geometric tile schemes and historic mosaics throughout Scotland.

Whether working on one of Scotland’s most important historic buildings or restoring a Victorian tiled hallway in a private home, Alex applies the same conservation principles: careful workmanship, honest advice and respect for the original materials.