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Restoration Advice
Educational guidance about condition, repair, restoration, and care.
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How to Plan Statue or Stations Restoration
Read post: How to Plan Statue or Stations RestorationPlan statue or Stations restoration by documenting the complete work, its condition and its setting before choosing a treatment. The material, existing finish, supports, missing parts and previous repairs all affect the…
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Should a Church Repair or Restore Damaged Sacred Art?
Read post: Should a Church Repair or Restore Damaged Sacred Art?Damaged sacred art should be reviewed before the parish chooses repair, restoration or replacement. The right approach depends on the material, condition, history, setting and intended result. A visible problem may be…
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When Does Church Stained Glass Need Repair or Restoration?
Read post: When Does Church Stained Glass Need Repair or Restoration?Church stained glass may need a limited repair or broader restoration depending on the glass, lead, supports, frame and surrounding opening. Full-window photographs and details of the concern help start the discussion.…