Preserving Architectural Heritage. A 25-Year Odyssey of Passion, Family, and Expertise in Beam Renovation by Back From Black

Introduction Hello everyone, Nick here from Back From Black. As we celebrate a remarkable milestone of 25 yearsin the beam renovation industry, I wanted to take this opportunity to share our journey with you,reminisce about our growth, and discuss the importance of family, our love for period properties, andour exciting move to West Sussex. The […]
Maintaining and cleaning your wooden beams

Hello, Nick here from Back From Black. Today, I want to talk about the importance of maintaining and cleaning your wooden beams. Whether you have oak, pine or another type of wood, it’s crucial to keep them in good condition to ensure their longevity and aesthetic appeal. Firstly, let’s discuss the different types of wood […]
3 Times We Supported George Clarke’s Old House New Home

For those of us who love watching home renovation shows, George Clarke’s Old House New Home is a must-see. The show follows George as he helps homeowners transform their period properties into stunning, modern homes. At Back From Black, we were delighted to be involved in four episodes of the show, providing our expertise in […]
The origins of wooden beam cottages

The beams in the vaulted ceiling of this former coach house in Buckinghamshire had been recently exposed following the removal of a false ceiling. The result was some very dirty, rough, and dark beams but with huge potential to create an airy living room with height and light.
Former Coach House, Buckinghamshire

The beams in the vaulted ceiling of this former coach house in Buckinghamshire had been recently exposed following the removal of a false ceiling. The result was some very dirty, rough, and dark beams but with huge potential to create an airy living room with height and light.
16th Century Cottage,Sussex

Louis and Sarah had recently bought their first home together in Hove and what a project they undertook. The 16th century cottage needed a lot of work doing to it
Farmhouse Kitchen, Stockport

Jane and Alan approached us whilst planning the total renovation of their Farmhouse Kitchen, a project which was to feature on the TV Series George Clarke’s Old House New Home.