Materials & Methods
Articles from Traditional Building about traditional materials and methods used for architecture, building, design or restoration projects.
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Chesneys Reproduction Mantels
Chesneys carves replicas of 18th-century fireplace mantels with exactitude born over three decades.
Stephen Payne Discusses the Built Environment
Stephen Payne, of Payne/Bouchier Fine Builders, has carefully crafted houses for decades. Here is his take on the built environment.
The Phillips Collection Project: A Contractor’s Perspective
Trades, technology, and teamwork on the Phillips Collection project.
Building with Concrete
With uses that range from utilitarian to decorative, concrete has been the building material of choice for centuries.
Bronze in Traditional Building
Bronze has been used as ornament for centuries in our built environment.
John Canning & Co.'s Art Conservation at Luzerne County Courthouse
John Canning & Co. conserves a legacy of art and craftsmanship in the Luzerne County Courthouse.
Bricks: Building Blocks
An ancient building material, brick offers a variety of color, textures, and patterns.
How to Repoint Masonry
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.
Successful Painting Techniques
Learn four painting techniques from industry experts.
Restoration of Historic Murals in Omaha's Douglas County Courthouse
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.
The Benjamin Stephenson House
Balancing building preservation and collections care in the 21st century.
Dendrochronology
William Flynt brings science to New England’s historic buildings with dendrochronology.
Life-Long Learning: Woodworking with Hand Tools
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.
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