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Restoring Beauty in Churches Old & New: A Video

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MIT Architectural-Stone

Types of Architectural Stones Used in Historic Buildings

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The Symbolism of Domes in Sacred Architecture

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Master Artisan John Canning, Traditional Building Magazine

Woodbridge church visitors ‘awestruck’ by restoration work, Fairfield Citizen

Parish of Blessed Michael McGivney, National Catholic Register

To celebrate Fr. McGivney's beatification, his old parish is pulling out all the stops, Aleteia

Wallingford church completes interior work, including ceiling repairs, Record Journal

In a New Film, Master Artisans Share Their Passion for the Labors They Love, Smithsonian Magazine

A Job Well Done: Artisans Who Are Redefining the Historic Trades, National Trust for Historic Preservation

To celebrate Fr. McGivney's beatification, his old parish is pulling out all the stops, Aleteia

Restoration and Preservation, New Haven's first Roman Catholic Church, which houses the remains of Father McGivney, reopens after renovation, Catholic Transcript

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Dedication of Our Mother of Perpetual Help Chapel

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Canning Earns the 2021 Bulfinch Award in the Craftsmanship/Artisanship category

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How to Prepare for a Paint Investigation

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What Happens During a Historic Paint Investigation

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The Use of Decorative Painting in Historic Interiors

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How to Write an Effective Specification for Gilding & Gold Leafing

Qualifications To Look For in a Decorative Painting Restoration Contractor

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Imitation Gold Leaf Vs. Real Gold Leaf

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The Art and Process of Gilding

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Common Types of Water Damaged Plaster

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Ornamental Plaster Ceiling Designs Throughout History

Restoration, Conservation & Preservation

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How to Decide Whether to Repair or Replace Ornamental Plaster

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First Steps: Historic Church Restoration

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Demystifying the Decorative Finishes Mockup: What It Is & Why It’s Important

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First Steps: Historic Church Restoration

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Using Art, Symbolism and Decoration to Inspire

The Cathedral of Saint Patrick & the Wedding at Cana

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Good Work – Masters Of The Building Arts

Orders of Columns in Classical Architecture

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Common Historical Wood Finishes: When, Where, & Why They Were Used

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