metal restoration

Increase Building Occupant Satisfaction with Metal Refinishing

     Many facility and property managers struggle with how to transform outdated and worn entrances, elevators and other metal interior surfaces into clean, modern and appealing finishes that will enhance the image of their facility. Managers often want shiny stainless steel or custom patina, but they worry about the cost of purchasing and installing […]

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Minimize Lacquer Deterioration During Covid-19

During the coronavirus pandemic, all surfaces are being sanitized more than ever before.  The products primarily being used for disinfection are ammonia-based cleaners such as Clorox and Lysol.  These are effective for killing viruses but Property Managers are indicating that lacquer on metal surfaces is deteriorating faster than usual. The KC Restoration team has been

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The Bachelor Meets Commercial Maintenance

          Let’s talk about The Bachelor! What does The Bachelor have to do with commercial building maintenance, you ask? Hang in there and we think KC Restoration can convince you there is a connection. If you have or have not seen The Bachelor, you probably know the premise. A single man dates

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First Aid Kits: What You Need to Know

When injuries occur on the job, the first aid kit becomes the most important toolbox at any facility. Even if designated personnel have completed first aid training, emergency medical supplies may not be readily available. In the event of an emergency medical situation caused by a serious injury accident, proper and prompt treatment can greatly

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Thinking About Safety

Freedom from danger is an impressive goal for a company to employ, but to bring that goal to reality requires considerable effort: planning, training, commitment, management skills, and above all THINKING about safety. Thinking through and applying safety and health programs have proven to be an effective method of identifying and correcting existing workplace safety

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Prairie Village Park Plaque Restored

This plaque in a local Prairie Village park pavilion saw quite a bit of Kansas weather, battering down the metal and leading to the white staining you can see in these before and after photos. #KCR technicians refinished the bronze, applied a rich brown relief to the background and a protective clear coat that brings back the

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Don’t Let Ice and Snow Melt Ruin Your Metal!

Winter weather has arrived in Kansas City! Soon it will be time for your snow removal contractors to come spread salt around your building exterior to prevent accidents and protect occupants and visitors.  However, the salt they commonly use can be highly corrosive to many of your exterior surfaces. Did you know that the chloride

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New Thresholds Make a Difference!

A great metal maintenance plan starts at the entrance to your property and keeps going through the smallest or sometimes overlooked parts of your building. Entrance thresholds can often be overlooked as we step right over and into a building, but with the number of shoes walking over thresholds, dragging detritus from outdoors or the

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