Damp & Heritage Property Specialist in Nottingham & Derby. Jurraf is a specialist painter and building restoration service based in Long Eaton

period property restoration specialist Jurraf 07891832294

Traditional lime plastering, heritage finishes & restoration for period homes

Jurraf is a period property restoration Specialist painter and building restoration service based in Long Eaton. ‘old house always damp?’ Our Damp & Heritage Property expertise lies with a understanding of the unique demands of older properties and the ‘line’ where modern & traditional techniques can or can’t co exist.

Happy to work in listed buildings & conservation areas, offering an extensive list of services and trades ranging from traditional and modern painting / decorating & finishing skills. Traditional lime plastering repairs & pointing, damp & water ingress surveys, Victorian & Edwardian floor refinishing including timber & tile, hardwood & resin repairs, custom furniture & commissions & project management. To see our comprehensive list visit our services page.

If you have wondered why paint is peeling ,old house always damp ,how to fix damp in my Victorian house , cracks in lime plaster walls, can I use modern paint on Lime walls? Contact Jonathan a dedicated Period Property Craftsman, maintenance & finishing service specialising in restoring and maintaining the charm of period properties including listed buildings & conservation areas across Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire.

Explore the benefits of working with www.jurraf.uk. if you have wondered why is my old house always damp

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Contact Jonathan on 07891832294.

Damp in period homes

how to fix damp in my Victorian house? Providing expert advice & solutions that respect the houses history and original construction materials but acknowledging, many Victorian period homes across Nottingham & Derbyshire have been treated in ‘inappropriate materials’ but still function. This is central to our approach. Understanding cause & effect is key in restoring, renovating, and maintaining period homes.
If you’re unsure where to begin, start with a damp survey or maintenance assessment.

07891832294 enquiries@jurraf.uk

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Brett Soiza

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In short, I couldn’t recommend Jonathan highly enough! He came highly recommended by a family member and has completely exceeded every expectation. After buying our first period home, we had absolutely no idea where to start with the restoration, but Jonathan guided us every step of the way. His knowledge of traditional properties is second to none, and it’s clear he genuinely cares about preserving the character of older homes while restoring them properly. Over the course of the project, he repainted all of our sash windows, carried out extensive rot repairs, replaced windowsills, restored heavily painted stone sills back to their former glory (and then some), repointed an entire wall using lime mortar, restored our electric wooden gates, built new gates, repaired locks and radiator covers, and even replaced a dangerously loose cast iron drainpipe with a fantastic lookalike that blends in perfectly. The quality of his workmanship is outstanding, and the care and attention he puts into every job is evident in the finished result. He’s also incredibly trustworthy, reliable and a genuine pleasure to have around. Our young son will genuinely miss saying good morning to him each day! I’ve honestly lost track of the number of hours Jonathan has dedicated to our home, but the results speak for themselves. We are absolutely delighted with everything he’s done and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for someone with the skill, knowledge and passion to restore and care for an older property. Thank you, Jonathan—we’re so grateful for all your hard work.

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Pat Sheldon

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Work started promptly each morning at 8.30 solidly working until home time. Conscientious and hard working. Recommend highly.

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Harry Taylor

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Jonathan is a real find! Having recently purchased a period property, I spent weeks trying to find the right tradesmen to install a new flooring whilst fixing years and years of damp and timber problems in the subfloor. I had numerous flooring guys round who were only interested in laying new flooring on the existing frames, that was until I found Jonathan who from his first visit was already identifying the source of the moisture problems and providing solutions. After just a few weeks work, Jonathan has removed the existing timber subfloor, solved numerous leaks/water ingress at root cause, installed a brand new subfloor and porcelain tiling all on top of damp proofing solutions. Not only this, but Jonathan went above and beyond to build me a bespoke fitted unit in my lounge, lay a bespoke Minton tile hearth, fill damage to the walls, fit new skirting and give a fresh coat of paint throughout. I honestly cannot believe how fast Jonathan works and how attentive to detail his approach is. It’s been a real breath of fresh air finding Jonathan and I now cannot wait to move into a property I was previously starting to have nightmares about. Thank you so much Jonathan, can’t wait to have you back to complete some additional jobs for me. If anyone’s reading this and is in a similar position, do not hesitate to use his services!

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Lucy Grant

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I would recommend Jonathan for a carefully considered job on a period property. Jonathan recently repainted our sash windows, making repairs as he went and taking time to explain options. He made things as easy as possible – also sourcing a new glass unit for a cracked window. When Jonathan first visited, we took the opportunity to ask his advice on some damp on an external wall. He’s put time and effort into identifying the source of the issue, taking the first steps to making improvements to improve air flow in the cellar, and researching drainage experts to complete the next stage. Thanks!

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Sam Dance

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It’s only right that I put fingers to keyboard to write a review for the incredible recent renovation Jonathan has undertaken on our property. I can not speak highly enough of him and his work. If you’re skim reading these reviews and aren’t going to read the detail I’ll say this. Do not hesitate to go with Jonathan. His unbelievable knowledge coupled with his craftmanship, work ethic and genuine care and openness makes him an absolute no brainer for anyone seeking work on their property aligned with his many capabilities. We’d faced an uphill task trying to find sometime to renovate the gable end on our Edwardian property. We required someone with a multi-faceted skill set as we wanted to keep the original features however the gable end required render and timber repair, rework and replacement. In addition this and a series of period window surrounds and sills required painting. We were often faced with the choice of “I can paint it as is” or “It needs ripping down and replacing with modern plastic.” Not Jonathan though, he came round and spent time explaining what is would have been like originally and what he’d propose, all of which included keeping original features and giving it a new lease of life. From there he quoted, flexed with us on dates, sorted scaffolding and turned up when promised. He worked incredibly hard, barely pausing and the level of craftmanship was awe inspiring. As with any period property he faced unknowns and challenges along the way but was never phased and never failed to explain and work to overcome them. The end result after a weeks real hard graft is absolutely sensational and has totally transformed the exterior of our property. All was completed on time and on quote/budget despite those unknowns I discussed. If the work itself wasn’t enough Jonathan himself was a pleasure to work with. His depth of knowledge is truly vast and he always took time to answer queries and explain if I wanted something explaining. A person of true pure craft and a lovely person to boot. Trusting someone you don’t know to work on your home is one of the biggest leaps any home owner can take. I writing this review because other homeowners should not hesitate to take that leap with Jonathan.

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Sally Roberts

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Jonathan Monk was a real find. He repaired my rotten windows with hard wood and painted the windows, front door, porch and iron gates beautifully. He spent time helping me choose paint colours and recommended the best paint for the job. He is a true master craftsman, with many skills in period property renovation and painting. I would be happy to commission Jonathan again and his work led to several other jobs on the street.

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Tiziana Iacolino

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I have been putting off getting my house decorated for a couple of years now. I wanted to inject some colour into my house, but felt it a bit overwhelming for me to try to think about what colours would work. I started with one room, but very quickly realised that I would be extremely happy to have Jonathan complete work across my entire house. Jonathan is so much more than a decorator. He is willing to spend time talking about colour preferences, and spending time getting the colours right for the room and for the customer. He’s hugely knowledgeable, very tidy, and his work is exceptionally neat. I am so glad I found Jonathan, I would definitely recommend him. If you are looking for a tradesperson who is professional, very knowledgeable, tidy and extremely neat, I would highly recommend Jonathan.

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Arslan Rehman

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“Jonathon is an exceptionally studious and knowledgeable worker, especially when it comes to period properties. He sanded and stained my wooden staircase, cleaned and sealed my Minton tiles, and completed everything to an incredibly high standard. Throughout the process, he was reliable and always willing to help. Having been through a full house renovation, I know how challenging it can be to find a trustworthy tradesman, and Jonathon is a rare find. We’ve already decided to hire him for more work next year!”

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Amanda Morris

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Jonathan has recently completed the renovation of a Victorian tiled porch for us. He has done various works for us over recent years: internal and external painting with sash window renovation and masonry repairs, restoration of a Victorian tiled garden path, installation of a new Minton tiled hallway and carpentry repairs to mention but a few. He has always been a reliable and conscientious craftsman with a good understanding of the needs of older properties and good attention to detail. He is a great communicator and will discuss any issues along the way and come up with problem solving ideas. He gives a 5 star service and I can wholeheartedly recommend him.

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J Wild

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I can highly recommend Jonathan. He worked on my Victorian era flat and he transformed it — he did all the decorating, tiled hearths and floors, restored original floorboards to their former glory, installed stone steps, the list goes on! He really did go above and beyond, and it shows in the final product. Thanks Jonathan. Looking forward to working with you again on the next project. March 25th 2024, edit to add — Jonathan came to work again for me during the first quarter of this year. Really love what this guy can do! Some other tradespeople had come to quote for sorting out some issues in my basement, but they never followed through. Jonathan, on the other hand, couldn’t have been more helpful. He ended up fitting a new staircase into my cellar, taking care of things like damp proofing, which I’m sure a lot of other people wouldn’t have even thought about. The cellar now has a trapdoor guarding the entranceway, courtesy of Jurraf Paint! And it didn’t cost a ridiculous amount of money either, unlike some of the other quotes I had received … Next problem he solved was sorting out how to get a floor fitted in my dining room with a particularly awkward sub-floor. Previous owners of my flat had installed a bitumen sub-floor. Not the nicest material to work with. But, Jonathan knew exactly what to do. The end result is a lovely parquet herringbone layout. I really can thoroughly recommend this guy. Yes, he is a specialist in period property painting and decorating, but really he can do so much more: he is multi-skilled in things like joinery, laying tiles, cutting stone, laying flooring. He has ideas on what colours will work in what rooms, what furniture will complement the colour schemes, etc. Plus, he knows a lot about maintenance, which is obviously an essential factor in owning a period property. I look forward to working with him again!

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Listed buildings & Conservation areas

These Heritage & Listed buildings across Nottingham Derbyshire and Leicestershire deserve more than standard decorating — they require an understanding of how older buildings breathe, move, and age.

At Jurraf, every project begins with respect for the property’s original materials and the stories held within its walls.

Nottingham & Derby Period Property Services Traditional lime plastering, heritage finishes & restoration for period homes

Whether you’re restoring a Victorian hallway, repairing timber affected by decades of wear, or refreshing a cherished Edwardian façade, the goal is always the same: preserve what makes the home special while ensuring it performs for the next generation.

Learn more about our period property restoration services.

Period Property Restoration Derby

Working exclusively on pre‑1930s properties across Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, Jurraf blends traditional techniques with modern problem‑solving. This means identifying the true cause of issues like damp and water ingress, timber decay, or failing finishes — not just covering them up. It means choosing materials that complement the building’s construction, understanding where heritage methods are essential, and knowing when modern solutions can be safely integrated.

Lime plaster & breathable materials are a bit of mind field to navigate however Jurraf can assist –
For homeowners who value authenticity, detail, and long‑lasting results, Jurraf offers a level of care and expertise rarely found in general decorating services. Your home is unique. The work carried out on it should be too.