Battersea Power Station’s iconic chimneys have been fully restored using the same construction technique as when they were first built.
Nearly 25,000 wheelbarrow loads of concrete have been hand-poured into the chimneys, each 51 metres tall, since the beginning of construction on May 14, 2015.
The chimneys, two of which were built in the thirties and two in the fifties, had to be demolished for safety reasons as they were badly crumbling.
The north-east and south-west chimneys will still be used as chimneys for the new energy centre that will provide heating and cooling to the development with water vapour being released from their flues.
Rob Tincknell, CEO of Battersea Power Station Development Company, said: “Battersea Power Station’s chimneys have been the backdrop for films, music videos and album covers and really are world famous.
“On behalf of our shareholders, I would like to say it has been an honour to restore this iconic symbol to the London skyline so that it can be enjoyed by generations to come.”
Painting of the chimneys began at the end of May
Leader of Wandsworth Council Ravi Govindia said: “These giant chimneys are recognised the world over and as the local planning authority we have a profound duty of care to make sure the rebuilding process is a success.
“The site's owners have understood their significance from day one and have gone to great lengths to restore them to their former glory. And delivered on their promises.”
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