A Year of Progress: How 2025 Became Salthouse Stonemasonry’s Most Successful Year Yet
- Sam Salthouse
- Dec 24
- 3 min read
At Salthouse Stonemasonry progress has never been about rapid growth for the sake of it. Instead, it has always been rooted in craft, care, and a long term commitment to traditional building methods. Over the past year, that steady approach has culminated in what we can confidently say has been our most successful and defining year to date.
This success has not come from one single milestone, but from a series of considered progressions that have strengthened our business, our output, and our reputation within the heritage and conservation sector.
Expanding Our Yard Space and
Infrastructure
One of the most tangible changes this year has been the move to larger and more practical yard space. This progression has allowed us to better organise materials, store stone correctly, and dedicate areas for hand tooling, lime work preparation, and project planning.
Having the right space is fundamental in traditional stonemasonry. It improves workflow, protects materials, and allows craftsmanship to happen without compromise. The expanded yard has directly supported the quality and efficiency of our work on site, while also future proofing the business for continued growth.
Investing in Tools, Materials, and the Craft Itself
Alongside our physical expansion, we have made deliberate investments in tools, equipment, and materials that align with traditional practice. From specialist hand tools to improved lime preparation methods, every investment has been made with longevity and authenticity in mind.
These improvements have enhanced our ability to deliver consistent, high quality finishes across all projects. They also reflect our belief that investing in the craft itself is the most reliable way to deliver lasting value for clients and historic buildings alike.
New Clients and Stronger Professional Relationships
This year has seen a notable rise in new clients, particularly within the heritage, conservation, and specialist construction sectors. We have had the privilege of working alongside architects, surveyors, conservation officers, and private clients who value traditional materials and skilled workmanship.
Equally important has been the deepening of existing relationships. Repeat work and referrals remain a cornerstone of our business, and this year has reinforced that trust in our approach, our knowledge, and our attention to detail.
Advancing Our Work with Hot Lime Mortar
A major progression this year has been the continued development and refinement of our work with hot lime mortar. Through hands on experience, testing, and application across a range of historic buildings, we have expanded both our practical knowledge and confidence in its use.
Hot lime mortar remains central to our philosophy. It is breathable, flexible, and entirely suited to traditional masonry. This year we have not only applied it across more projects, but also strengthened our understanding of sourcing, mixing, and curing techniques, ensuring the best possible outcomes for historic fabric.
This focus has positioned us as a trusted contractor for lime based works, and has driven a growing number of enquiries from heritage professionals seeking informed, skilled application rather than modern substitutes.
Our Most Successful Year So Far
Taken together, these progressions have made 2025 our most successful year yet. Success, for us, is not measured solely by turnover or volume of work, but by the standard of what we deliver, the buildings we help preserve, and the reputation we continue to build within traditional construction.
We have grown steadily, invested wisely, and stayed true to the principles that underpin good stonemasonry. Each project completed this year reflects that ethos, from careful stone repairs to finely finished lime pointing.
Looking Ahead
As we move forward, the foundations laid this year give us confidence in what lies ahead. With improved facilities, strengthened expertise in lime mortar, and a growing network of like minded clients and professionals, we remain committed to traditional, hand tooled stonework that respects the past while ensuring durability for generations to come.
This year has proven that thoughtful progression, grounded in craft, delivers lasting success.
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