FAQ's

Q.   When should you start the preservation treatment?

A. The best time to start preserving a plaque or memorial is
    when it is first installed.  It will be in the best condition of
    its life, fresh from the foundry.  Applying UV protection at
    this time will ensure that the finish will be protected before
    sun has had a chance to do any damage.  The next best time
    to start preserving a plaque or memorial is when you notice
    that it hasn't had proper care. 
 
Q.  Can this preservation treatment cause damage?

A.     Our preservation procedure outlined above does not pose any risk to plaques or memorials. All operations are performed by hand with cleaning agents that are mild & biodegradable.  If necessary, the wax can be removed with no damage to the metal or clear-coated finish.
 

Q.     Are these restoration steps in line with established guidelines?

The above procedures are in line with the material
presented in Metals in America's Historic Building  (U.S. Department of Interior, National Park Service, 1980, Pg. 125-127 "Copper & Copper Alloys; Preservation & Repair"). Although the American Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works does not have specific guidelines for bronze memorials, this process follows their "Code of Ethics."