Historic Resources Committee

We are looking for a recommendation for a firm to restore a copper-plated cast iron railing for a historic building. There isn't anyone locally that can do this kind of work.... We can ship the components, if necessary.

   

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Barbara Shideler AIA
Mason Architects, Inc.
Honolulu HI
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Considering your location and the potential costs of shipping, has powder coating been considered?

There are a number of metallic and "chrome" options that could get the look you desire.  Here is one source with a few bronze options and a copper option - LINK.

Talking with your local powder coater may offer other options.

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Thomas Bank AIA
Architect
Simply Stated Architecture, P.C.
Lemoyne PA
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My firm has successfully completed numerous historic preservation projects involving copper.  We have often relied on recommendations and assistance from Mr. Larry Peters with the Copper Development Association (lpeters@cda.copper.org).  His organization may have member firms that can accomplish copper plating.

Also, Robinson Metals, Alexander City, Alabama (robinsoniron.com), is experienced in historic metals restoration, as is Historical Arts & Castings, West Jordan, Utah.

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Wayne Timmer AIA
WFT Architects, PA
Jackson MS
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