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Rotted column base |
Older buildings have multiple pieces of rotten or damaged bases, mill work or moldings that can no longer be purchased and are too expensive to replace. |
A template or mold can be made (similar to a tooth from a dentist) so that as the impression of rotten wood or damage is removed, you have the exact contour or shapes of all the trim pieces and bottom base.
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After removing all damaged areas, the voids are filled with a wood filler and shaped to the exact original by using the mold we made. To smooth out the imperfections, an exterior, sandable compound is applied and then sanded thoroughly. |
After the repairs are completed, the whole surface must be primed with an oil primer to prevent moisture from getting to the repaired areas. The final coat can be an acrylic exterior paint. On this project we refabricated 4 column bases and saved our client a tremendous amount of money as well as preserved historic value.The 50 year old rotted column bases look like new.
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