Historical Restoration Documentation

Welcome to Historical Restoration Documentation

This web site highlights the documentation of historical restoration projects completed by Fine Restoration and Painting.

In order to repair old buildings properly their history must be understood. Appreciation of a building’s particular architectural qualities and a study of its construction, use and social development are all necessary.

The completed documentation created by Historical Restoration Documentation will include what is known about the original construction and prior maintenance, as well as the history of all repairs, alterations and restorations. It will also include descriptions and known performance data about building materials, construction and finishes, including why they deteriorate or break down. And finally all the restoration that took place in the present day. Thus an important element of the buildings significance will have been preserved for the future.

The information recorded here is only partial and is intended as an example of the documentation process. Complete records of each restoration are kept secured on external hard drives and held by both the building owner and the project manager.

For further information please contact info@historicalrestorationdocumentation.com

Leadlay House

The Felician Sisters Convent located at 25 Augusta Avenue. Scheduled to be completed spring of 2008 this wonderful Victorian home originally constructed in 1876 as the home of Edward Leadlay. Restoration work involves completion from the widows walk to the front porch, all wood, cast iron, flashing and gutters. This is a true labour of love. Look for the projects on Historical Restoration Documentation fall of this year.

Little Trinity Anglican Church

Completed summer 2007. Restoration work included interior and exterior windows and mouldings. Also installed where the bell tower mouldings not seen since their removal sometime in the 40’s. This historical gem is located at 425 King Street East. Built in 1844 this restoration site is the oldest and longest standing church in the city of Toronto. As a result of the fine craftsmanship on this historical building Fine Restoration and Painting won the PDCA 2008 PIPP AWARD.

Visit www.littletrinity.on.ca for more information on this heritage building. If interested in contributing to the building fund of Little Trinity Anglican Church please contact them through the web site. Read about the Historical Restoration Documentation.

“Living History since 1881”

Six homes on Draper Street have been approved Heritage Grants by the City of Toronto. Slate roofs, brick work, windows and finishes are being completed spring/summer 2008. Look for the Historical Restoration Documentation later this year.

The Enoch Turner Schoolhouse

Located at 106 Trinity Street, this restoration site has both historical and architectural significance. Built in 1848, the Enoch Turner Schoolhouse was the first free school in Toronto, as well as one of the oldest, continuously operating buildings in the city. Fine Restoration and Painting completed the exterior restoration of this historical landmark in the summer of 2006. Visit www.enochturnerschoolhouse.ca for more information on this heritage building.

Look for the projects on Historical Restoration Documentation fall of this year.