Plaques and memorials have meaning. They pay tribute to a special place. They remember a loved one or someone who left a lasting legacy.
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Blog, Metal, UncategorizedPatina 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 example, cooper transforms from a shiny penny shade
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Blog, Metal, UncategorizedYour job as a facility or property manager is to maintain your building’s exterior as well as ensure essential infrastructure runs efficiently – but not at the cost of the safety of your maintenance staff. Efflorescence or cracked brick or stonework may damage your facility’s aesthetic appeal, but injuries to you or your employees should
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Blog, Metal, StoneWorkers are starting to return to their offices as more people get vaccinated and the number of Covid-19 cases drop. However, commercial building design has been dramatically altered by the Covid-19 pandemic. Property managers and tenants alike are adjusting to their new normal with new design trends, redesign of spaces, and certain restrictions in place
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Blog, News, TipsBill and I have always shared a passion for public service. In our separate careers in law enforcement and education, and through volunteer work, we had been investing in our communities our entire lives. When we relocated to Kansas City, we sought new ways to contribute to our new home community. We determined that we
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BlogKC Restoration Culture Series – each month we are highlighting one of our company values. This month we discuss our company’s value of Integrity. Here at KC Restoration, we see communicating integrity like a coach leading a team; you need to talk about it, write about it, demonstrate it and live it. Integrity: Live and
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Blog, GeneralMany facility and property managers struggle with how to transform outdated and worn entrances, elevators and other metal interior surfaces into clean, modern and appealing finishes that will enhance the image of their facility.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 brand new
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Blog, MetalThe cold weather, ice and snow take their toll on commercial properties. Since the winter elements are safety hazards, immediate removal is critical. This is an important safety measure to ensure building occupants and visitors do not slip and fall, but materials that help melt the ice and snow often lead to metal deterioration. Aluminum
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Blog, MetalThe holiday season brings a festive atmosphere to many workplaces, but the relaxed attitude can create unique challenges in terms of facility security. Below are some tips to help you keep your workplace safe—during the holidays and all year long. Devise and implement appropriate building security and visitor procedures. These typically include some combination of locked
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