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Art meets craft at Glasgow School of Art refurbishment

Thomson Glazing, a leading Scottish glazing company well known for delivering exceptional workmanship, has restored and replaced 160 sash windows damaged in the devastating fire at the Glasgow School of Art. To meet the rigorous demands of this prestigious restoration project, Thomson Glazing selected Hodgson Sealants’ Multi-Purpose Putty from Abacus Agents, known for its unparalleled quality for demanding heritage projects. The Glasgow School of Art, designed by renowned architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh, stands as a landmark of 20th-century architecture, merging Art Nouveau and Scottish vernacular styles to create a unique and culturally significant institution. The building suffered a catastrophic fire in 2018 that left many of its historical features, including the sash windows, in ruins. The ongoing refurbishment aims to breathe new life into the iconic building while maintaining its historic charisma. Thomson Glazing has been selected to play a … Continue reading

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