Where Do Dark Stains on Exterior Facades Come From?

Where Do Dark Stains on Exterior Facades Come From?

It’s very common to see the exterior stone on buildings appear dirty and stained over time.  Dark streaks and darkening of entire facades are hard to prevent in many cases. However, finding main sources of the staining can be removed, lessening the effects of the...
Patina for Exteriors

Patina for Exteriors

Patina is an aging process that happens naturally when metal is exposed to the elements and use. When metal is left untreated, over time the metal oxidizes turning it a different color (i.e.: brown, black, or green), or it can darken the color of the metal. For...
A Top Customer Issue: Wine Spills on Stone

A Top Customer Issue: Wine Spills on Stone

Our customers often call when they need a surface deep cleaned, restored or refinished.   One of our top requests for help is what to do when red wine has spilled and stained a stone surface. KC Restoration has a few tips for red wine stain prevention and treatment:...
What’s Old is New Again

What’s Old is New Again

If there’s one thing that we know to be true about trends (both in fashion AND in interiors), it’s that everything seems to make a comeback. What is old becomes new again at some point when it comes to keeping up with what is in style. Wood When it comes to commercial...
2021 Project of the Year

2021 Project of the Year

KC Restoration completed many projects during 2021 that beautified our community. Several metal, wood, stone and exterior surfaces were refinished and restored around the Kansas City area, adding value and appeal to many properties.  While it was a tough choice, our...
Reconsider Salt Use this Winter

Reconsider Salt Use this Winter

As the winter season deposits snow, ice, and sleet on sidewalks, parking lots, and roads, facility and property managers concerned about safety may be tempted to begin salting. However, salt may not always be the best option to melt ice and snow. Grounds management...