Heritage
Services
STEEL WINDOW & DOOR RESTORATION
With specialist experience in heritage steel joinery, Steelguard carefully restore, refurbish and replicate steel windows and doors. This is to preserve the character of historic buildings, and to extend the life of existing steelwork.
CPO building in Britomart, Auckland. Refurbished all of the steel joinery and replaced over 2000 panes of glass.
Steelguard are heritage specialists who can survey, schedule, quote, and complete your maintenance and refurbishment projects with care and expertise.
We take a considered approach to every project, assessing the condition of existing steelwork and identifying practical solutions that suit the needs of the building. We work closely with clients to ensure each stage is clearly planned and managed.
Authentic Heritage Sourcing
Our Authentic Heritage Sourcing services for heritage buildings involve outfitting structures with our large collection of historic steel components, previously used in some of New Zealand's most notable builds.
This steel framing and hardware meets high standards while preserving the elegant, timeless look of the building, maintaining its aesthetic and authenticity.
Custom Heritage Replication
Our Custom Heritage Replication services take a different approach. Instead of reusing old components, we carefully study the existing features of a heritage building and replicate them using new products, fabricated to match the original design.
This provides strength and durability while preserving elements that can no longer be replaced. The result is a seamless addition that respects the building’s original character and architectural detail.
Steelguard has provided steel joinery, maintenance, and replacement services for the Auckland War Memorial Museum over the decades.
Complete Steel Joinery Refurbishment and replacement of double glazing.
When Chanel built their flagship store in Melbourne, they required an upgrade of the historic steel joinery, and Steelguard provided a complete building lot of custom heritage replication of windows and doors.
We completed fit-outs at the Dilworth Building, carefully preserving its heritage character.
This is part of our extensive experience delivering similar maintenance and refurbishment projects across numerous heritage buildings.
Keiran works on the factory floor as part of our fabrication team, contributing to the production of high-quality steel windows and doors.
He has been involved in a number of heritage projects in which careful restoration, replication, and attention to original detailing are essential, ensuring new work aligns seamlessly with existing architecture while meeting modern performance standards.
Keiran
Steel Fabricator
The Former Auckland Railway Station
“Their approach to the original site briefing on the scope of works and budget constraints through to the completed repairs has been singularly focused on achieving the special demands of the heritage construction by attention to detail and pride. I would be pleased to work with this company again on either a heritage/refurbishment project or new construction.”
PHILLIP HARTLEY MRICS
Salmond Reed Architects Ltd.
Frequently Asked Questions: Heritage Steel Windows And Doors
Can Heritage Steel Windows Be Repaired Instead Of Replaced?
Yes, many heritage steel windows can be repaired or refurbished if the main frame still has enough structural integrity. This may include easing seized openings, repairing damaged sections, replacing worn hardware, improving seals, reglazing, treating corrosion and refinishing the steel.
What Is Involved In Steel Window Refurbishment?
Steel window refurbishment usually starts with assessing the condition of the existing frames, glazing, fixings, hinges, handles and surrounding structure. From there, the work may include cleaning, repairing, replacing damaged components, addressing corrosion, improving operation and applying a suitable finish to help protect the window for future use.
Do You Work On Heritage Doors As Well As Heritage Windows?
Yes. Steelguard works on heritage doors and windows, including steel-framed doors, glazed steel doors, original hardware, ironmongery and related steel joinery. The goal is to retain as much original character as practical while improving usability, durability and performance.
Can New Steel Windows Be Made To Match Heritage Joinery?
Yes. Where original windows or doors are missing, damaged beyond repair or need to be replicated for a new section of the building, new steel joinery can be custom manufactured to align with the original style, proportions and project requirements. This is often useful for staged refurbishments, additions or mixed old-and-new architectural projects.
Do You Provide Heritage Joinery Services Outside Auckland?
Yes. Steelguard is based in Auckland, but we work on projects across New Zealand, Oceania and beyond. The right approach depends on the project scope, site access, documentation, programme and whether the work involves refurbishment, new fabrication, installation or a combination of services.
Can Heritage Steel Windows Be Upgraded For Modern Building Use?
In many cases, yes. Depending on the frame condition and project requirements, heritage steel windows may be improved for smoother operation, better durability, safer glazing, weather protection or ongoing maintenance. Any upgrade needs to be considered carefully so the original character of the building is not lost.
Who Should Use Heritage Steel Window Refurbishment Services?
Heritage steel window refurbishment is suited to building owners, architects, heritage consultants, project managers and contractors working on older commercial buildings, public buildings, apartments, schools, churches, railway buildings, civic assets and architecturally significant properties. It is also useful where original steel windows and doors remain valuable but need practical repair or long-term maintenance.