Historic doors and ironmongery at imminent risk

This paper highlights the loss of historic fabric — specifically, examining the unintended consequences of fire safety regulations. The nuances of conservation, such as preserving the original craftsmanship while meeting modern safety standards, offer rich ground for discussion. Highlighting how ill-considered decisions might lead to the unjustified removal of irreplaceable historic features underlines the urgency of the matter. The scope of this paper focuses on historic doors and door furniture and the cost in terms of time, trouble and effect on historic fabric in attempting to meet existing and proposed guidance. This article is also included in The Business & Management Collection which can be accessed at https:// hstalks.com/business/.