Galley Head Lighthouse has stood proudly on the dramatic coastline close to Ireland’s most southerly point for almost 140 years, but the harsh elements and years of neglect had put its future in jeopardy. That was until the Irish Landmark Trust took on the care and management of the dilapidated lightkeepers’ houses several years ago and began the painstaking task of restoring the historic property back to its former glory.
Earlier this year, Leyland’s supremely durable and robust Truguard Pliolite Based Masonry was identified by the charity as the perfect product to restore and preserve the exterior of the lightkeepers’ houses from further damage.
The Pliolite Based Masonry’s smooth and sturdy matt finish is specially formulated to provide excellent adhesion to concrete and is guaranteed to protect the historic landmark for years to come. In addition, the fact it can be applied in temperatures as low as -5oC and is rain resistant within 20 minutes of application meant it was the ideal product for a location so exposed to and at risk from the elements.
Mary O’Brien, Executive Director of Irish Landmark Trust, said: “I’m thrilled that the Galley Head lightkeepers’ houses have been restored to their former glory and given a new lease of life. It simply would not have been possible without the use of Leyland’s Pliolite Based Masonry, which has not only made the lightkeepers’ houses look stunning again, but will also continue to protect it from the elements for many years. The whole lighthouse station looks amazing now and is a truly breathtaking sight against the dramatic coastline, but don’t just take our word for it; why not come see for yourself!”
