The Main Barracks building was constructed of Hawkesbury sandstone by convicts between 1841 and 1846. The first building completed was the Officers’ Quarters which was completed in 1842.
The CAP508 system allowed the original substrates to be kept exposed in this first stage works without the need to be lined with fire rated boarding. Required Fire Ratings where achieved and Heritage significance retained.
CAP Coatings CAP508 fire rated paint technology offers a cost effective non-destructive alternative to achieving fire ratings on existing ceilings to comply with Council fire order upgrades.