Doug Bracken from Wiemann Metalcraft outlines the often used but incomplete and misleading terms used in the ornamental and decorative metals trade.

The history and preservation of decorative wallpaper.

Chesneys carves replicas of 18th-century fireplace mantels with exactitude born over three decades.

Stephen Payne, of Payne/Bouchier Fine Builders, has carefully crafted houses for decades. Here is his take on the built environment.

Trades, technology, and teamwork on the Phillips Collection project.

With uses that range from utilitarian to decorative, concrete has been the building material of choice for centuries.

What is tuckpointing?

Bronze has been used as ornament for centuries in our built environment.

John Canning & Co. conserves a legacy of art and craftsmanship in the Luzerne County Courthouse.

An ancient building material, brick offers a variety of color, textures, and patterns.

Despite its durability, mortar requires periodic maintenance and upkeep. Here's a look at how to determine when to repoint masonry, the materials to use (and avoid), and the steps to take to ensure long-lasting results.

Learn four painting techniques from industry experts.

Read about how the team at BVH Architecture delivered an accurate mural restoration in Omaha's Douglas County Courthouse with methodical forensics and architectural detective work.

Balancing building preservation and collections care in the 21st century.

William Flynt brings science to New England’s historic buildings with dendrochronology.

When it comes to the practice of traditional building, curiosity is an essential trait for all practitioners. It is a trait that has served Ted Ingraham well in his nearly life-long pursuit of mastering hand-crafted woodworking.