Tyne Bridge: Revitalising an Icon

The Tyne Bridge restoration has reached an exciting milestone with the unveiling of its first section of new green paint. This marks a significant moment in the restoration of the iconic structure, which has been a defining symbol of Tyneside since its opening by King George V in 1928.

Extensive work has been carried out to clean, repair, and repaint the steelwork, including the removal of over 96 years of paint layers. The new paint, Hollybush (British Standard 4800 colour 14C39), has been carefully chosen to match the original shade while providing exceptional durability, UV resistance, and protection against the harsh environment of the Tyne Valley gorge.

The scaffolding surrounding the Gateshead tower has now been partially dismantled, revealing the stunning transformation to the public. Meanwhile, restoration continues on the Newcastle tower, with scaffolding gradually rising and access tunnels ensuring the busy Quayside area remains open.

This new paint system is expected to protect the bridge for the next 30 years before major repainting is required.

For more details about the restoration process and the advanced protective coatings used, read the full article at Protective Coatings Expert.