What we clean
Stone, brick, metal and wood.
Soot, black crust, paint, rust and old finishes come off. What is underneath stays as it is.
Carved stone
Granite steps
Stone
Types
Limestone, marble, granite, terracotta
Comes off
Soot, black crust, paint
We watch for
Some pale stone can yellow.We always test a small area first.
Typical work
Carving, lettering, moldings, steps
Brick, halfway
Brick, cleaned
Brick
Types
Old and new brick, glazed or plain
Comes off
Soot, black crust, paint
We watch for
A cleaned patch can stand out,so we blend it into the wall.
Typical work
Entrances, piers, walls, chimneys
Metal
Types
Cast iron, wrought iron, bronze, steel
Comes off
Rust, paint, old coatings
We watch for
Bronze patina. It can stay or go.You decide before we start.
Typical work
Railings, fences, gates, doors, plaques
Wood
Types
Hardwood and softwood, old or new
Comes off
Paint, varnish, smoke stains
We watch for
Veneer and soft wood.We turn the power down, then test.
Typical work
Doors, beams, paneling, pews
Before
After
Paint on old brick
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