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ST. SENAN'S CHURCH
Kilrush, Co. Clare.

 This project involved the complete restoration of St. Senans
Roman Catholic Church, Kilrush, Co. Clare.

Aspects of the project which were of particular significance
included:

The removal of the existing ground floor, while protecting
existing tombs and vaults. The re-installation of the ground floor
incorporating underfloor heating throughout. New floor tiling to
match existing 19th tiling. Restoration and re-glazing of all
stained and leaded glass windows. The reconstruction of the
stonework in the Rose window in the North Gable. The
conservation of wall mosaic. The reassembly and restoration of
the High Altar. The extension of the existing Sanctuary floor
including the rearrangement of existing Altar Rails, Sanctuary
Marble and the extension of the floor mosaic. The hand painted
stenciled plaster ceilings were also restored, revitalising the
unique character of the building. New services were installed
throughout while maintaining the character of the building.

Original doors were restored to original condition by our own
craftsmen on site

The external fabric of the building was also given a new lease of
life with works including:
Re-roofing using natural slate. The complete reconstruction of
parapet guttering. The re-pointing of stonework. The careful
and discrete extension of ancillary buildings to incorporate new
toilets and offices. The reinstatement of simple landscaping
including the restoration of wrought Iron Gates and Railings.
Restoration of the existing roof structure. Insulation and
weathering of the existing roof.

L&M Keating Ltd continuously liaised with the conservation
architect and implemented the directions of the Clare Heritage
Officer and Project Archaeologist.
Client St. Senan's Church Restoration Committee,
Kilrush, Co. Clare.
Architects Eamon Hedderman Architects,
Holly Park Studio,
Newtownpark Avenue,
Blackrock, Co. Dublin.
Consulting Engineer Malachy Walsh & Partners,
21 Denny Street,
Tralee, Co. Kerry.
Value €3.5m
Programme 10 months
Date of Completion June, 2007.
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