Conservation & Maintenance of Heritage Timber Structures

Forest Road is a specialist contractor in Singapore focused on the conservation, restoration, and adaptive reuse of heritage buildings, including iconic Black & White houses. Combining traditional craftsmanship with modern restoration techniques, our team works closely with URA-approved conservation architects to preserve the architectural and historical integrity of each property while delivering high-quality, durable results.

Our Conservation Services

• Heritage Building Restoration & Adaptive Reuse: Carefully restoring historic structures while upgrading structural safety and functionality.
• Black & White House Renovation: Structural and interior refurbishment using period-appropriate materials.
• Timber Repair & Preservation: Repairing roof trusses, beams, wooden panels, and carved timber features while maintaining historical authenticity.
• Masonry & Façade Conservation: Preserving original facades and architectural detailing.
• Modern Material Integration: Aluminium, WPC, and discreet modern interventions for long-lasting structural solutions.
• Condition Assessment & Documentation: Survey timber elements for decay, rot, termites, or warping and document joinery techniques and historical details.
• Conservation Planning & Structural Reinforcement: Restore in-situ where possible, replace with matching timber where necessary, and strengthen structures using hidden steel or modern supports.
• Timber Restoration Techniques: Cleaning, consolidation, repair, and historically accurate surface finishing with stains, oils, or lacquers.
• Preventive Measures: Termite and fungi treatment, moisture control, and installation of protective coatings where appropriate.
• Compliance & Heritage Approval: Collaborating with local heritage authorities and church committees for approvals.

Featured Projects

• Family Justice Courts: Timber conservation and maintenance works for this prestigious heritage project.
• Danish Seamen’s Church: Comprehensive timber restoration, preserving aged wood elements while maintaining the building’s original character.
• Koon Seng Road Heritage Shoplots: Complete timber conservation and restoration works for historic shoplot structures.

Preserve the character and structural integrity of heritage timber structures with our expert conservation and maintenance services. Contact us to learn more.