
Skinners Hall, City of London
Interior / Exterior / Commercial
- Project type – Heritage
- Scope of works – Interior/Exterior Decorations
- Project Value – £350,000
- Duration – 17 months
- Client – Rooff
This prestigious and extensive project spanned 17 months and covered 4 floors in the heart of central London.
It required a wide range of skills and high-quality products to achieve a stunning and luxurious finish.
Interior Finishes:
- Johnstone’s Trade Covaplus was used for the majority of the walls and ceilings, providing a durable, smooth matt finish that suits both high-traffic and feature areas.
- For the woodwork, Acrylic Eggshell was chosen, offering a sleek, durable finish that is easy to clean and maintain.
- In certain feature areas, Little Greene Intelligent Matt and Intelligent Eggshell were applied. These eco-friendly, high-performance paints are designed to deliver excellent coverage and breathability, making them ideal for spaces with specific aesthetic or environmental requirements.
- For the gilding elements in the Great Hall, an opulent touch of 23.5ct gold was applied, adding a luxurious and striking detail to the main events area.
- The slurried walls and quattro vaulted areas in the basement were finished with Rose of Jericho Casein Bound Limewash, providing a beautiful and breathable finish that enhances the historic charm of these areas.
Exterior Finishes:
- For the exterior masonry, Little Greene Masonry Paint was used, offering excellent weather resistance and a lasting, elegant finish.
- Toms Oil Eggshell was applied to additional woodwork outside, providing a smooth, durable finish ideal for external conditions.
- The addition of Polyvine Bright Gold Paint gave a rich, radiant gold detail to key exterior elements, creating a stunning, imposing look.
This combination of high-performance paints and finishes, including eco-friendly options and luxury gilding, helped transform the building into a sophisticated and timeless space.





























































































































































































