The use of inappropriate chemicals, over-aggressive cleaning or lack of maintenance frequently results in the loss of the original patina on metal and bronze doors and other architectural features. We are able to reverse such losses through the use of specific ph neutral cleaning formulas. We offer metal hardware and fixture restoration, metal refinishing, cleaning and patination services. We can restore lost patina while removing harmful acids and salts. We also can furnish a protective coating treatments to protect metals from corrosion.
The mercury gilt and steel balustrade had been constructed by Allard and Sons. Over time this gold plate had become discolored and required conservation to prevent its eventual loss. In several places over aggressive restoration had all but removed the thin layer of gold, exposing the deeper colored bronze. We...
The Lowell Federal Building, formerly a Post Office, was being renovated for Middlesex Community College for its campus library. The arcade, which had served as the customer service counter, was enclosed with heavy bronze sash and panels. Over the years the centers of several of these sash had been cut out for...
The Art Deco brass metal ornament on the exterior of the building, although previously coated to resist corrosion, had deteriorated over time resulting in greenish-black deposits on the lower portion of the entrance. The conservation process began with the removal of this oxidized coating followed by neutralization of the surface. ...
The William Hall Library, located in the Edgewood section of Cranston, RI was originally fitted with eight pair of high quality bronze framed glass doors. Over the years they had become tarnished and worn, with missing screws and non functioning door stops. We were able to remove the tarnish and white residue...