Our Work

The only reference available to Saracen Castings was a hazy black and white photograph. Despite this Saracen Castings recognised the original design as it featured in its extensive architectural archives.
The finished building is an authentic replica, full of character and manufactured to the high standards set buy the master craftsmen of the19th century, that restores the park to its Victorian grandeur.


When a major refurbishment was undertaken, it was important that all of the contractors could demonstrate a track record in providing products and a service that respected the character of the building.
Charles Laing & Sons Ltd were commissioned to recreate the central staircase. The intricate ballisters were hand cast in iron that was later hidden beneath gold leaf and set off by the mahogany and red carpet finishes.

The residents of Albert Terrace in the heart of Aberdeen felt that after almost 50 years without railings and exterior stair banisters their homes deserved to have the finishing touches reinstated. Altogether 30 homes made an initial joint approach to Charles Laing & Sons Ltd to research and restore the cast iron furniture for Albert Terrace.
Laings provided 1200 railings and 150 exterior stair banisters for 25 houses to recreate the original exterior character.

Amongst those recognised were: Robert Adam, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Elsie Inglis, William Henry Playfair, Robert Louis Stevenson and Sorley MacLean.

For vintage Bentley owners – as well as other vintage vehicle enthusiasts such as Indian motorcycle owners and Jaguar drivers – the benefit of dealing with Laing’s foundry is that they will undertake one off and low volume castings.
The great thing about Laing’s Foundry is that they have an eye for detail and can provide the highest quality product that more than matches the original,” said Stewart Gordon. “There are very few foundries who are prepared to provide a one-off, Laing’s are always happy to help.”