The Color People provides color design services to owners, property managers and building professionals anywhere in the United States. Known for developing color schemes for so-called Victorian Painted Ladies, they maximize the value of color to the building, restoration and maintenance project. Paint is one of the smallest items in the budget, but the one with the most immediate potential to influence the response to the work. Color consultation with The Color People can turn paint finishes from an afterthought into an aesthetic and marketing asset with immediate benefits.   Specializing in:   Architectural Color Consulting, Color Design Services, Victorian Colors, Painted Ladies, Mail Order Services for Residences, Single and Multi-Family Housing Projects, Paint Color Schemes, Color Consultation for Commercial and Retail Centers and Hotels.

The U.S. Heritage Group provides everything necessary to develop a total historic mortar solution: architectural support services, scientific mortar testing, custom mortar matching, pre-blended lime mortars, stone repair mortars, specialized contractor on-site training, and quality control services. Many historic buildings are damaged by repair mortars that do not contain lime. USHG assists in educating architects, mason contractors, building owners as well as government agencies in the benefits of using traditional materials to preserve and restore America's masonry built heritage. Historically accurate mortar should always incorporate the original ingredients which, before 1931, almost always included lime putty.   Specializing in:   Mortar Testing, Historic Mortar Analysis, Mortar Matching, Masonry Skills Training Workshops, Lime Mortar, Lime Putty, Lime Paint, Harling, Stucco, Masonry Restoration, Working Advisor Service, Architecture/Design Support and Consultation.

Dimitrios Klitsas, Fine Wood Sculptor is a master wood carver and teacher trained in the classical European tradition of producing architectural ornament. Dimitrios has long worked with clients and designers worldwide to produce masterpieces fully expressive of their vision and intent. He now offers to the field the opportunity to study with a master at his regularly scheduled workshops. Beginning student or experienced artisan, he will help all to define and reach their individual goals for craftsmanship and artistry.   Specializing in:   Wood Carving Classes by Master European Woodcarver, Sculpture and Statuary Skills Training, Architectural Reproductions, Classical Architectural Ornament, Fine Furniture, Carved Entrances, Fireplace Mantels, Freizes, Capitals, Acanthus.

Monumental metal door restoration is the sole specialty of the metalsmiths of F.E. Ciccone and Company. Skilled in the working of brass, bronze, iron and steel, their threefold goal is to restore the original artistry and craftsmanship of historical doors, restore their original functional operation and to seamlessly introduce modern security, operator and access controls. For all monumental building entrance issues, including ADA compliance, it is true that "The Reconditioning and Repair of Monumental Doors is a Feat Requiring A Specialized Hand."   Specializing in:   Monumental Building Entrance and Metal Door Restorations, Repair and Retrofitting for ADA Compliance and Security, Door Hardware Restorations, Restoration of Bronze Doors, Building Night Doors, Revolving Doors, Balanced Doors, Ornamental Doors, Historical Doors, Installation of ADA Custom Operators and Controls, Consultation and Training, Diagnostic Surveys and Consulting Services.

The restoration carpenters of Marlowe Restorations combine traditional woodworking skills with modern wood restoration technology to produce durable, appropriate repairs to historic woodwork of any style or era. They specialize in the restoration of historic wood window sash and trim, structural timber frame repair and in producing renovations to historic buildings that are respectful of and harmonious with the original work. Marlowe Restorations has been serving clients in the state of Connecticut and adjacent areas since 1974.   Specializing in:   Restoration Carpentry and Woodworking, Wood Epoxy Restoration and Repair, Consultation and Training, Wood Window Restoration, Weatherseal Installation, Borate Preservative Treatments, Antique and Salvaged Glazing and Glass, Porch and Trim Restoration, Timber Frame Restoration and Repair, Restoration and Preservation, Architectural Millwork.

The artisans of P.H. Miller Studio specialize in the restoration and faithful reproduction of antique picture frames in the full range of period styles, techniques and materials. Their skills are comprehensive and include invisible structural repair, detailed wood carving, ornamental plaster and gesso foundation repair. P.H. Miller Studio is expert in traditional American and European finishes, especially gilt finishes such the toning and burnishing of gold leaf. They conduct regular professional workshops in oil and water gilding.   Specializing in:   Gilding, Gold Leaf, Custom Archival Conservation Framing, Conservators, Art Framing, Decorative Finishes, Antique Restoration, Picture Frame Maker, Picture Frame Restoration, Wood Carving.