Replica Lithomex Brick for Charleston Old City Jail
The 2012 APT/ IPTW Joint Preservation Conference is almost here. We’ve been busy preparing for the workshop we’ll be participating i...
Mineral Paints and Stains Make a Breathable and Durable Mural on a Historic Building
1 man
560 hours
28 days
1 Beautiful/ Durable/ Breathable Mural
Jim Gloria of the Totts Gap Art Institute completed the first ...
Conserving A Pennsylvania Treasure, New Hope’s Historic Parry Mansion
The Parry Mansion located in downtown New Hope Pennsylvania is one the finest relics of the river town’s historic past. Benjamin Par...
Historic Brownstone Restoration With Breathable Natural Hydraulic Lime
This beautiful late 19th century brownstone was recently restored by deGruchy Masonry Restoration, the Technical Install/Training Te...
Favorite Books on America’s Building Heritage and Masonry, FAQ Friday
While it may not be directly in front of you, information about our building heritage in the United States and countries around the ...
Restoring the Historic French Quarter with Breathable Lime Mortar
Founded in 1718, the French Quarter or Vieux Carré is the oldest neighborhood of New Orleans. Much of the quarter’s historic buildin...
How To Stay Cool While Working with Lime in Extreme Heat
With temperatures across the U.S. exceeding well beyond the 90° F during the day and relentless scorching sun I have been asked the ...
Discussion on Masonry Preservation and Sustainable uses for Lime
Join us June 27th in Lancaster PA at the Central Pennsylvania Preservation Society. Lab Tech Randy Ruth will be presenting on the im...
How do Natural Hydraulic Lime Mortars Compare to Common Type-O Mortars Containing Portland Cement?
For well over 30 years it has been common practice to prescribe the use of a Type-O masonry mortar for use on the conservation of ma...
Yes, We Can Save The Frank Furness 19th Street Baptist Church
This beautiful church was designed by Frank Furness and is located at the corner of 19th and Titan in South Philadelphia. It almost...
