Brownstone Restoration
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Brownstone Restoration Services in Edison, NJ
Much has been written and said about the renovation of traditional houses and how they’re were constructed. One topic however that hasn’t been brought to the limelight is the scope of brownstone restoration in Edison.
The term brownstone is used to refer to townhouse covered in any typical house. The design usually gives two means of egress from house. The door which is at the top of the stairs gives access to the parlor level which acts as the home’s entrance. There’s also a stoop’s landing door which gives access onto the backyard, and it’s the entrance to the home’s egress.
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3 Main Steps of Stucco Restoration
1️⃣ Remove Damaged Surfaces
Because brownstone is formed from compressed sand, it’s extremely penetrable and easily takes in water which freezes during the winter time and thaws again in the spring.
This perpetual cycle necessarily cause decay, which needs to be chipped or sanded down until undamaged surface is left exposed.
2️⃣ Reinforce With Cement
Strengthening the brownstone requires multiple layers of concrete.
- A mixed thinner slurry coat is applied first to penetrate deep into the pores.
- A scratch coat is applied and grooved to establish a bond for the top layer.
- A scratch layer is applied allowing for the recreation of historical details.
The resulting stucco-concrete mix is molded into the brownstone’s original shape and left to cure for at least 4-6 weeks to ensure minimum permeability and maximum strength before applying the final brownstone coat.
3️⃣ Apply Brownstone Coating
The last step in the brownstone restoration process is to apply the brownstone coat. At this stage, it’s important to ensure the completed texture and color match that of the original stone.
Once applied, professional masons apply all the ornamental details and embellishments by hand, using levels, sponges and trowels.
The end result of this detailed and delicate process is a brownstone you’ll love!
History of Brownstone
Entry stoops were mainly made from brownstone. The structure was used for stringer stairs which was made up of a mix of brick and brownstone – (Brownstone is an affordable type of sandstone which was used in place of limestone and marble).
That time modern middle-class people could afford a more architecturally designed rather than the brick facade and natural limestone. Brownstone gave a more reasonable look, and the upgrade was chosen by many because it was smooth to cut, mine, carve, shape and transport to the required location.
Brownstone grew in popularity for its ease of cutting, shaping, transporting and carving but its physical structure made it more vulnerable to the harsh weather conditions. This led to the deteriorating popularity and use of these materials.
Opting for brownstone restoration in Wayne, NJ is quite a good idea. With many people spending their earnings on bills and their cost of living, people rarely have the desire and budget of renovating brownstone or replacing the facades with a more stable building product.
A brownstone restoration helps in hardening the wearing surface and makes it more durable when resurfacing the material of the scoop.
List of Our Services
E.I.F.S. Repairs & Installation
There are many different reasons to use EIFS on your structure but it can help us to know specifically “why” you want this type of cladding on your structure.
Exterior Cement Stucco
Cement stucco gives a beautiful finish to the exterior walls of your house. It can be textured in different ways to give it a variety of finished effects that look beautiful on your house.
Brick Proofing & Waterproofing
Wear and tear of a building with time is inevitable. Poor maintenance of bricks can lead to penetration of water, damage and a compromise of the structural integrity. Prolong the life of your building and give it an effective facelift.
All Types of Masonry
Want to give your home a classy makeover? Our contractors are aces in combining bricks, stone and concrete to build you a fairy tale home that will be pleasant on the eye and last you a lifetime.
Exterior Acrylic Paint System
We use high-quality acrylic paints that are stress-resistant to minimize weather-related issues, and we properly prepare the surface beforehand to make sure the paint will bond well. We want your home to look gorgeous for many years.
Acrylic Paint System
Since acrylic finishes are synthetic, they come in a lot of different colors suited for any type of background.
Thin Brick System
When you opt for custom thin cut bricks, you are able to achieve the aesthetic you want without worrying about the weight or size of the bricks.
Brownstone Restoration
A brownstone restoration helps in hardening the wearing surface and makes it more durable when resurfacing the material of the scoop.
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Cultured Stone
Providing quality and aesthetically exciting products, textures and colors for any project you may have.
Interior Plastering
The walls serve as your interior canvas. If your walls lack professional plastering, paint or wallpaper will not look smooth or last a long time. Therefore, it’s crucial to involve professionals for this job.
Reasons to Choose Us
Perhaps you’re wondering what the difference is between a newer company and one that has history behind it. Well, we can tell you that we’re one of the best construction companies in Edison NJ, a fact that is backed by 35 years in the business.
We know what works, what doesn’t work, and we pay attention to even the smallest details, working with our customers to make sure they’re happy.
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Together we’ll fine-tune your new construction, remodeling plans, incorporating your preferred designs and specifications.
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Choosing the best construction company means that you’ll benefit from quality services that are also affordable, with a high return on investment.
Experienced
Workers
No job is too big or too small, we handle it all. We want to exceed the owner’s expectations and help design their dream exterior and interior.
