The Memorial Chamber Conservation Project

We recently completed a comprehensive conservation of the stained glass windows in the Memorial Chamber as part of the Centre Block project.

Client
Canadian Parliament

Year
01/01/2019

Removal

  • Working closely with multiple trades and companies to ensure the safety of the historical glass and stonework

  • Removal, documentation and custom-made storage for the glasswork

  • Providing and assisting with the fabrication and installation of custom-made plugs

  • Providing before, during and after documentation of the entire scope of work

Conservation

  • Cleaning and re-finishing existing windows

  • Integrating replacement glass, made with carefully-matched handmade glass painted with kiln fired vitreous enamel

  • Repairing glass using museum quality epoxies and back-plated non-glare glass

  • Providing before, during and after documentation of the entire scope of work

Videos & Media

The following are are part of a informational series on the Center Block Restoration Project by PSPC and the Canadian Senate