The façade remediation works of Duresme Court comprises of the replacement of the external façade, and the replacement of internal fire compartmentation and fire doors.
The external work comprises of the removal and replacement of the existing external wall build-up as part of a fire remediation scheme. The works include the removal of the existing facing brickwork, combustible insulation, cladding systems, timber support structures, and associated components, replacing them with non-combustible, A1-rated façade systems.
The existing brickwork, combustible insulation, and supporting timber framework will be removed and replaced with a Weatherby A1-rated brick slip system, incorporating new non-combustible cavity insulation, A1-rated CP boards, and the manufacturer's proprietary support and bracket system.
The internal works will comprise of fire remediation works to identified compartment walls, floors, and fire door openings to improve the building's passive fire protection and achieve compliance with the approved fire strategy. Also the removal of existing non-compliant expanding foam and sealants from around fire door frames and architraves, followed by the installation of tested and approved fire-rated sealants and fire stopping systems in accordance with the manufacturer's installation requirements.
Completion: May 2028
PROJECT
Duresme Court
LOCATION
Durham
CLIENT
Brookfields
CONTRACT
JCT Design and Build
VALUE
£7.2 million