Church Restoration, Religious Specialties

Church Specialties, Inc., Monroe, CT. Phone: 888.570.1042, Fax: 203-452-0107
Tower bell and church bell specialists with three generations of experience, Church Specialties, Inc. restores historic bells and upgrades bell ringing systems to meet current requirements. Associated for many years with the historic Meneely Bell Company, the Duffy Family of Church Specialties, Inc. can research bells, chimes or carillons from their extensive archive. They provide bell restoration, renovation and systems upgrades anywhere in the New England and Mid-Atlantic states. Specializing in: Tower Bells, Church Bells, Meneely Bells, Bellringing Systems, Bellhangers, Carillions, Chimes, Bell Foundries, Cupola and Steeple Fabrication, Church Restorations.
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Conrad Schmitt Studios, Inc., New Berlin, WI. Phone: 262.786.3030, Fax: 262.786.9036
One of the largest and most comprehensive architectural art restoration studios in the US, Conrad Schmitt Studios, Inc. furnishes a wide range of services for historic churches, courthouses, theatres and other significant public buildings. Employing their own staff of experienced artisans in service of a unified artistic vision, they create and conserve decorative finishes, stained and etched glass, murals, mosaics and statuary. Conrad Schmitt Studios serves clients nationwide. Since 1889. Specializing in: Stained Glass Creation and Restoration, Church Restorations, Decorative Finishes, Design and Decoration, Investigation and Documentation of Original Decorative Schemes, Restoration of Decorative Schemes, Leptat Etched Glass, Murals and Mosaics, Statuary and Sculptures, Conservation of Fine Art, Liturgical Consulting, Gilding, Ornamental Plaster, Wood Refinishing
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Advance Construction and Steeplejack Corp., Red Hook, NY. Phone: 800.794.0619, Fax: 845-758-1902
The craftsmen of Advance Construction and Steeplejack Corporation are dedicated to furnishing complete exterior restoration and waterproofing services for important historic structures in NY, MA and CT. For projects requiring a range of masonry restoration, roofing and restoration carpentry skills, they provide a comprehensive solution addressing both damaged fabric and water entry. ACSC is available to perform inspections and conditions surveys, especially for church steeples and high structures, and to consult on failures and solutions. |

Leland Torrence Enterprises, Woodbridge, CT. Phone: 203-397-8505, Fax: 203-389-7516
Leland Torrence Enterprises are planners and preservation consultants specializing in owner's representation, analysis, specifications, design and construction management. They are experts in ten year capital improvement plans for historic building envelopes, including maintenance programs. Prolonging the periods for replacement and extending the useful life cycle of these systems is of primary concern. Leland Torrence Enterprises is a full service construction company specializing in serving clients in the state of Connecticut. Specializing in: Preservation Planning, Historic Project Management, Restoration and Preservation, Building Inspections, Construction Management, General Contractors, Historic Projects, Facilities Planning, Buildings Surveys.
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deGruchy Masonry Restoration, Inc., Quakertown, PA. Phone: 215-536-4482, Fax: 215-536-2281
Since 1984, deGruchy Masonry Restoration, Inc. has addressed the preservation needs of hundreds of 18th and 19th century buildings in Eastern Pennsylvania. They are nationally recognized experts in historic materials, including lime mortar, and offer both consulting and artisan services nationwide. Their dedication to and expertise in historic masonry can help prevent the restoration project from needlessly and permanently damaging the historic structure. By working directly with both conservator and masonry contractor they can help to insure the success of the restoration or repointing project. Specializing in: Historic Masonry, Lime Mortar, Terra Cotta, Render, Stucco, Repointing, Waterproofing, Consultation and Surveys, Masonry Restoration, Church Restorations, Masonry Cleaning, Historic Preservation, Needs Analysis Reports, Evaluation Masonry Specifications and Contractor Proposals.
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Thomas D. Osborn, Holyoke, MA. Phone: 413-532-9034, Fax: 413-532-0241
Thomas D. Osborn specializes in the custom design, fabrication and installation of parquet, marquet and inlaid hardwood floors. These are solid hardwood floors, not veneer or laminate, cut in full thickness dimension and hand-fit. Each floor forms an enduring piece of architectural art. Flooring projects can be fully contracted or accent pieces can be developed for installation in collaboration with the client's own flooring contractor. We welcome ideas and sketches from designers and clients. Consultation early in the planning stages is recommended to save both time and money. Specializing in: Mosaic Hardwood Floors, Marquetry, Custom Design, Fabrication, and Installation of Commissioned Hardwood Floors, Parquet Floors, Inlaid Floors.
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American Dream Post and Beam Co., Fiskeville, RI. Phone: 401.822.3122, Fax: (same)
American Dream Post and Beam Company provides structural repair to historic timber framed structures throughout New England. They have restored waterwheels, covered bridges, barns, churches and residences and are dedicated to furnishing a stable, appropriate repair with minimum disturbance to the historic fabric. They can also furnish carefully detailed and finished custom or reproduction frames. ADPBCo has an inventory of dismantled antique timber frames available for assembly and reuse. Specializing in: Timber Frames and Timber Framing, Post and Beam Construction, Structural Restoration and Repair, Roof Trusses and Trusswork, Kingpost Trusses, Epoxy Restoration and Repair, Wood Restoration, Barns, Pergolas, Covered Bridges.
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Kronenberger and Sons Restoration, Inc., Middletown, CT. Phone: 860-347-4600, Fax: 860-343-0309
Kronenberger & Sons Restoration, Inc., is a bonded general contractor specializing in the preservation and adaptive re-use of period historic structures. Serving residential, governmental, religious and commercial clients throughout the United States, they employ their own skilled carpenters, masons and painters and engage other specialized subcontractors on an as needed basis. A family owned business, Kronenberger & Sons Restoration, Inc. has been combining a passion for preservation with construction professionalism since 1946. Specializing in: Historic Building Restoration, National Landmark Projects, General Contractors, Carpenters and Woodworkers, Church Restorations, Masonry Restoration, Plaster Restoration, Stone Restoration, Structural Repairs, Wood Window Restoration, Construction Management, Historic Preservation, Building Moving, Building Movers.
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Dimitrios Klitsas, Fine Wood Sculptor, Hampden, MA. Phone: 413-566-5301, Fax: 413-566-5307
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.
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Sonrise Woodcarving Studio, Cottekill, NY. Phone: 845-687-9139, Fax: 707-361-0206
Sonrise Woodcarving Studio offers exceptional custom handcarving, machine carving, architectural detailing, fine custom furniture and cabinetry, and premium millwork to discriminating private and business clients desiring woodwork crafted to masterpiece standards. Specializing in: Woodcarving, Classical Handcarving, Machine Carving, Fireplace Mantels & Surrounds, Custom Furniture, Custom Cabinetry, Reproductions, Decorative Painting, Pattern-Making, Sculpture, Sculpture and Statuary, Woodcarvers, Hand Carving
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Agricola Corporation, Chicopee, MA. Phone: 413-592-3875, Fax: 413-592-4374
Agricola Corporation offers consulting services and technical assistance in historic preservation to architects, engineers, contractors, developers, and non-profit organizations in Western Massachusetts. Professional services include: Historic Structure reports, National Register nominations, Certified Rehabilitation Applications, Planning, and Regulatory Reviews. With twenty years of experience, Agricola Corporation can help make your project a success. Specializing in: Historic Structure Reports, National Register Nominations, Certified Rehabilitation Applications, Planning, and Regulatory Reviews. Historic Preservation planning, Preservation Planning, Historic Project Management, Building Inspections, Historic Projects.
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Monumental Construction and Moulding Co., Inc., Washington, DC. Phone: 202.745.0658, Fax: 202.745.5802
MCMC, Inc. is proud to be at the forefront of an exciting revival of the age-old art of ornamental plaster decoration. Our collection of original period mouldings is the largest in the world; a proven resource for building professionals striving to produce credible period work. Since 1979, Monumental Construction & Moulding Company, Inc. has been serving the building industry with stock and custom fabricated mouldings. Our new Tuscan Collection provides the residential client with affordable plaster crown mouldings of the highest quality. MCMC, Inc. ships custom and stock ornamental mouldings throughout the US and the world. Specializing in: Ornamental Plaster, Decorative Plaster, Crown Mouldings, Rosettes, Capitals, Mantels, Custom Fabrication and Reproduction, Plaster Restoration, Domes, GRG. See our Catalog of Traditional Architectural Plaster Forms.
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A. Thayer Smith III, Inc., Downington, PA. Phone: 610.453.5310, Fax: 610.857.4668
Furnishing a full range of ornamental plaster fabrication and plaster restoration services, A. Thayer Smith III, Inc. combines mastery of traditional techniques with new technologies for state of the craft building solutions. ATS, Inc. assists clients with design, fabrication, installation and restoration of ornamental plaster forms and materials, whether new or historical. Working with designers, contractors and clients, A. Thayer Smith III, Inc. has executed the most demanding decorative and molded plaster projects throughout Eastern Pennsylvania, Delaware, New Jersey and the New York City area. Specializing in: Ornamental Plaster, Plaster Restoration, Decorative Plaster, Molded Ornament, Sculpture, Moldmakers, Custom Casting, Cornices, Medallions, Domes, Crown Moldings, Mantels, Capitals, GRG, GFRC, EGRG, Cast Stone.
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Jay Bright, Architect, New Haven, CT. Phone: 203.776.0798, Fax: (same)
Jay Bright, Architect, provides historic building architectural services, addressing issues through technical analysis of chronic problems, historical research and adaptive reuse. As part of a long established network of local practitioners, the firm regularly consults with a wide range of professionals including those providing materials analysis and historical specialty services. Jay Bright is an architect registered in the state of Connecticut and is a Certified Historic Architect by the State Historical Commission. Specializing in: Architectural Services for the Restoration, Remodeling, Conservation and Preservation of Historic Buildings, Residential Remodeling, Additions, Institutional Clients, Failure Analysis, Building Conditions Surveys, Contract Administration and Project Visits.
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Landmark Services, Inc., Medway, MA. Phone: 508-533-8393, Fax: 508-533-8370
Landmark Services is a full service general contracting firm specializing in the restoration and renovation of historic structures, residential and institutional. They maintain a full staff of restoration carpenters, masons, and painters experienced in the conservation of historic elements and the adaptation of historic structures to modern uses. Their goal is to furnish durable, historically accurate, energy efficient upgrades to important historic buildings. Southeastern New England. Specializing in: General Contracting, Restoration, Renovation of Historic Structures, Conservation of Historic Elements, Restoration Carpentry, Adapting Historic Structures for Reuse, Historic Masonry and Reproduction of Period Masonry Work, Remodeling and Retrofitting Period Structures for Modern Uses, Residential, Commercial and Institutional Clients.
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C.G. Bostwick Company, Hartford, CT. Phone: 860.523.5249, Fax: 860.523.5938
The C.G. Bostwick Company has been in the roofing and architectural sheet metal business continuously since 1902. Our many years of experience have made us experts in custom roofing and historical restoration. We specialize in slate roofing, tile roofing, metal roofing and architectural and ornamental metal work. We work on a variety of projects such as Churches, Private Schools, Libraries and Private Homes. Specializing in: Slate Roofing, Tile Roofing, Metal Roofing, Roof Maintenance, Custom Sheet Metal, Gutters and Downspouts, Flashings, Ornamental Copper Work, Sinks, Roofing Sheet Metal, Roofing Slate and Tile, Slate and Tile Roofs, Coppersmiths
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Architectural Timber and Millwork, Inc., Hadley, MA. Phone: 800 430-5473, Fax: 413-586-3046
The team of artisans at Architectural Timber and Millwork are specialists in restoration crafts and builders of timber frame houses and barns. Their 7500 square foot facility is equipped with bridge cranes and the capability of assembling towers up to 60 feet high. From structural steel and forged ironwork to antique beams and flooring, Architectural Timber and Millwork will assist in consultation or take your project from design through installation. Specializing in: Timber frame, timberframing, salvage timber, barn siding, antique flooring, wide plank flooring, chestnut, heart pine, white oak, hewn beams, barn beams, steeple, cupola, dome, custom millwork, reproduction millwork, reproduction mouldings, reproduction moldings.
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Thinline Millwork, Inc., Kingston, NY. Phone: 845.331.1104, Fax: 845.331.1220
Thinline Millworks, Inc. is the umbrella under which Living Tree Woodworking (Nicholas D. Brown III Ð master furnituremaker) and Sonrise Woodcarving Studio (R. Stephan Toman Ð master woodsculptor) of Kingston, New York, are joined in a collaboration of skills, services, products and experience second to none in North America. Located two hours north of Manhattan, we have been providing premiere woodworking services nation-wide since 1982. |

Architectural Features/Charles L. Madden, LLC, Maple Glen, PA. Phone: 215-646-1599, Fax: 215-643-7272
Sculptor: bronze sculptures, mosaics of monumental size, stained glass, marble works & Aubusson tapestries. |

Architectural Fiberglass Corp., Copiague, NY. Phone: 800-439-2000; 631-842-4772, Fax: 631-842-4790
Custom fabricator of reproduction ornament: cornice moldings, columns, capitals, balustrades & themed interior environments; lightweight FRP; molded-in colors & textures; class-1 fire-retardant material; lightweight, easy to install, weather resistant; replicates plaster, terra cotta, cast iron, wood, copper & sheetmetal. |

Art of Glass, Inc., Media, PA. Phone: 610-891-7813, Fax: 610-891-0150
Conservator & restorer of stained glass: painted/fired-glass replication; epoxy repairs; paint consolidation; public, historic & religious projects. |

Artistic Designs Ent., San Marcos, CA. Phone: 800-339-6259, Fax: 760-599-1095
Art-glass studio: design through completion; 23 years of stained-glass experience. |

ATG Studio, Inc., Forsyth, GA. Phone: 877-413-3997; 478-994-8683, Fax: 478-994-8894
Custom fabricator of stained-glass panels: kiln-fired, hand-painted glass; restoration & conservation; glass etching & carving; wood frame & sash restoration; metal art frames; commercial & residential; installation programs. |

Bennett Studio, Keosauqua, IA. Phone: 319-592-3228, Fax: 319-592-3463
Sculptor of monumental commissions: bronze & all other materials; cast or carved; interior & exterior display; especially concerned with portraying the most appropriate composition, thematic symbolism & form for each request. |

Botti Studio of Architectural Arts, Inc., Evanston, IL. Phone: 800-524-7211; 847-869-5933, Fax: 847-869-5996
Designer, conservator, restorer, fabricator & installer: stained & faceted glass, murals, marble, mosaics, statuary, gilding, painting & decorative finishes; ecclesiastical & secular; consultants; historic discovery; protective glazing; frame restoration; since 1864. |

Bovard Studio, Inc., Fairfield, IA. Phone: 800-452-7796; 641-472-2824, Fax: 641-472-0974
Restorer/conservator, designer & fabricator of stained-glass windows: frames in wood, aluminum & steel; beveled, etched, wheel-cut, hand-painted & faceted glass & mosaics; hand-painted, kiln-fired original art & re-creation of historical art. |

Breuer Metal Craftsmen, Inc., Beaver Dam, WI. Phone: 800-569-6812; 920-885-2828, Fax: 920-885-2831
Custom fabricator of metalwork: railings, stairs, steeples, crosses & more; bronze, brass, aluminum, stainless & wrought iron. |

Campbellsville Industries, Inc., Campbellsville, KY. Phone: 800-467-8135; 270-465-8135, Fax: 270-465-6839
Custom manufacturer & installer of architectural metalwork: steeples, cupolas, clock towers, finials, weathervanes, dormers, cornices, crosses, columns, balustrades, picket & paneled railings; aluminum, copper, zinc & lead-coated copper. |

Conrad Schmitt Studios, Inc., New Berlin, WI. Phone: 800-969-3033; 262-786-3030, Fax: 262-786-9036
Creator, conservator & restorer of interior surfaces: columns & capitals in plaster & scagliola: creator & conservator of decorative plaster ceilings & ornamentation, statuary, decorative finishes, gilding, murals, stained glass & mosaics. |

David Wilson Design, S. New Berlin, NY. Phone: 607-334-3015, Fax: 607-334-7065
Designer of glass art: site-specific architectural works; for public, corporate, private & religious buildings. |

Durhan Studios, Inc., W. Hempstead, NY. Phone: 516-481-5656, Fax: 516-481-7905
Designer & installer of stained-glass windows: repairs & restoration; new frames; protective material; religious/institutional projects; emergency service. |

Fiberglass Specialties, Inc., Henderson, TX. Phone: 800-527-1459; 903-657-6522, Fax: 903-657-2318
Manufacturer of FRP steeples, domes & cupolas: dozens of stock sizes & components; fiberglass & custom baptismals; design department assists with custom requirements. |

Fredrick & Emily's Church Furniture Restoratio, Mount Joy, PA. Phone: 800-351-6272; 717-653-4445, Fax: 717-653-5577
Restorer & refinisher of church pews, altars & chancel furniture: layout modifications; pew modifications; cushions & kneelers. |

Geissler, Inc., Old Greenwich, CT. Phone: 203-637-5115, Fax: 203-637-5053
Manufacturer of solid-oak choir chairs: rush seats & optional kneelers & bookracks; since 1877. |

Historical Arts & Casting, Inc., West Jordan, UT. Phone: 800-225-1414; 801-280-2400, Fax: 801-280-2493
Designer & custom fabricator of ornamental metalwork: doors, windows, hardware, stairs, registers, fencing, lighting, gutters, columns, weathervanes, planters, fountains, sculpture, domes, facades & more; iron, bronze, aluminum & steel; restoration services a specialty. |

Judson Studios, Los Angeles, CA. Phone: 800-445-8376; 323-255-0131, Fax: 323-255-8529
Designer & custom fabricator of art glass: mosaics, stained & faceted glass; public buildings & ecclesiastical projects. |

Kircher & Associates, Inc., Jaroso, CO. Phone: 719-672-3063, Fax:
Custom creator of expressive, figurative, liturgical bronze sculpture: monumental, life-size & smaller; crucifixes, saints, angels, Stations of the Cross & more; found in collections & churches around the world. |

Lamb Studios, Inc., J&R, Clifton, NJ. Phone: 877-700-LAMB; 973-916-0331, Fax: 973-916-9945
Manufacturer of Victorian leaded-glass windows: Lamb & Tiffany windows; 5 artists, each specializing in different styles; design, installation & restoration; services nationwide; founded in 1857. |

Lynchburg Stained Glass Co., Inc., Lynchburg, VA. Phone: 800-237-6161; 434-525-6161, Fax: 434-525-6168
Full-service stained-glass studio: replication & restoration of antique & historical stained glass; traditional hand-painting techniques; re-leading, preservation & conservation services. |

M. Swift & Sons, Inc., Hartford, CT. Phone: 800-628-0380; 860-522-1181, Fax: 860-249-5934
Manufacturer of gilding materials: 10-24k gold, pure silver, aluminum (in leaf & rolls), composition (imitation gold) & copper; gilding supplies & gold refining. |

MFA Design Group, Cayucos, CA. Phone: 805-995-3579, Fax: Same as phone
Designer & fabricator of custom mosaic murals: for walls & floors; reliefs/sculptures in mosaic glass, tile, stone & exotic hardwoods; public, private, corporate & liturgical projects. |

Mills Architectural Lighting, Stoney Creek, ON, Cana, DA. Phone: 905-643-1066; 905-643-1066, Fax: 905-643-6667
Custom designer & manufacturer of interior & exterior lighting: historical lighting & restoration; for houses of worship, public institutions & theaters; servicing all of North America & parts of South America. |

Munns Mfg., Inc., Garland, UT. Phone: 435-257-5673, Fax: 435-257-3842
Manufacturer of aluminum steeples, pinnacles, spires, cupolas & towers: variety of styles & designs; weathervanes optional; custom copper & aluminum dormers. |

Rohlf's Stained & Leaded Glass Studio, Mount Vernon, NY. Phone: 800-969-4106; 914-699-4848, Fax: 914-699-7091
Designer, fabricator & installer of new stained & leaded glass: restoration & replication; protective glazing; beveled, carved & fused/slumped glass; steel casement retrofitting; established in 1920. |

Sepp Leaf Products, Inc., New York, NY. Phone: 800-971-7377; 212-683-2840, Fax: 212-725-0308
Distributor of Kolcaustico Venetian plaster, surface knives, Mixol Universal tints, Liberaon Black Bison paste waxea & fine wood-finishing products: mica powders; gold, silver & metal leaf; gilding supplies & tools; consultation services. |

St. Louis Antique Lighting Co., St. Louis, MO. Phone: 314-863-1414, Fax: 314-863-6702
Manufacturer & supplier of architectural lighting: all styles; historical reproductions & custom lighting; restoration services; commercial & ecclesiastical projects. |

Stanton Glass Studio, Waco, TX. Phone: 800-619-4882; 254-829-1151, Fax: 254-829-2521
Designer & fabricator of fine custom glass: stained, leaded, beveled, etched & hand-painted; stained-glass restoration & conservation; commercial, church & residential applications. |

Sylvia Nicolas Stained Glass, Mont Vernon, NH. Phone: 603-673-5554, Fax: 603-672-6332
Designer of sculpture & stained glass: leaded & painted/fired glass designs; etching & sandblasting; commercial, institutional & religious projects; combining medieval techniques with modern technology. |

Wehrung & Billmeier, Chicago, IL. Phone: 773-472-1544, Fax: Same as phone
Supplier of gilding materials: metallic, silver & gold leaf from 12-24k, aluminum leaf & imitation gold leaf; products sold in books, packs & rolls. |

Willet Hauser Architectural Glass, Winona, MN. Phone: 800-533-3960, Fax: 507-457-0554
Art-glass studio: sand-carved, leaded & faceted stained-glass; design, fabrication, repair & historical restoration; for religious, commercial & residential buildings; since 1898. |
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