The Works was built in the 1880s. It supplied sheet, pipe, white lead, putty, solder, oil, varnish, zinc, etc. mainly for the gas, water and roofing Industries in the Plymouth area. Working conditions in lead works were dangerous, involving the handling of corrosive substances and inhaling of poisonous fumes. As a result the life expectancy of a lead worker was far less than the average
Stonehouse Heritage Trail 4, James & Rosewell Lead and Paint Works
Posted: May 2, 2020
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