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| RESTORATION |
The restoration of a light fixture involves the complete disassembly of the
fixture. All individual parts are cleaned, polished (or patina applied), and
lacquered if requested. All worn parts are replaced with new, and the
fixture is re-assemble to its' original configuration. The light is then
tested for wiring continuity, short circuits, and given a general
mechanical inspection insuring all components are in proper working
order.
An endless array of finishes can be achieved on light fixtures. The use of
patinas on non-ferrous metals (brass, bronze, copper) can create an
"aged" or weathered effect. This effect can be very useful when adding a
fixture to a room where age or color consistency are important. It also
allows for new fixtures to be combined with original antique fixtures.
In the case of valuable antique light fixtures I will usually encourage
simply cleaning the fixture as opposed to polishing. This maintains the
original patina which has not only taken years to develop, but helps
establish a fixtures' provenance and defines details that are sometimes
lost when polished.
The end result is a light fixture that has been returned to its' original "out
of the box" condition. Further, it can be altered in length to suit a new
location, and its' finish modified to match surrounding metal finishes or
light fixtures. Finally, all electrical components will be new, safe, and
ready for many more years of use.
fixture. All individual parts are cleaned, polished (or patina applied), and
lacquered if requested. All worn parts are replaced with new, and the
fixture is re-assemble to its' original configuration. The light is then
tested for wiring continuity, short circuits, and given a general
mechanical inspection insuring all components are in proper working
order.
An endless array of finishes can be achieved on light fixtures. The use of
patinas on non-ferrous metals (brass, bronze, copper) can create an
"aged" or weathered effect. This effect can be very useful when adding a
fixture to a room where age or color consistency are important. It also
allows for new fixtures to be combined with original antique fixtures.
In the case of valuable antique light fixtures I will usually encourage
simply cleaning the fixture as opposed to polishing. This maintains the
original patina which has not only taken years to develop, but helps
establish a fixtures' provenance and defines details that are sometimes
lost when polished.
The end result is a light fixture that has been returned to its' original "out
of the box" condition. Further, it can be altered in length to suit a new
location, and its' finish modified to match surrounding metal finishes or
light fixtures. Finally, all electrical components will be new, safe, and
ready for many more years of use.
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