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Anchoring and Attaching Terra Cotta: A Modern Solution

March 26, 2014

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Terra Cotta Anchorage and Attachment  Historic structures that used terra cotta had specific ways that it was anchored or attached to a building. However, over time, this anchoring can deteriorate and create safety issues for these buildings. In providing a solution for restoration, TerraGlas offers an alternative way to anchor and attach its products to […]

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Detailing Architectural Terra Cotta

February 10, 2014

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 Architectural Terra Cotta Detailing There are many details that go into a building’s architecture that provide aesthetic beauty and set the structure apart from others.  These include everything from railings, grilles, and grates to cornices, gargoyles and bas relief. Older buildings often used terra cotta to create the architectural detailing. However, with time and exposure to […]

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Replicating Terra Cotta Building Ornament

January 14, 2014

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Terra Cotta Ornament Replication Terra cotta has long been used to enhance building design because it offered the flexibility to create all types of decorative features. These building features include numerous ornamental designs for building facades, including leaves, flowers, and scrolls as well as intricate patterns often found in American architecture from the late 19th […]

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Matching the Color and Texture of Architectural Terra Cotta

December 2, 2013

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Architectural Terra Cotta Restoration- Matching Color and Texture When it comes to the building restoration process, structures with terra cotta facades require special attention and care. The primary challenge is often matching specific details from the original design, including color and texture. Uses for Architectural Terra Cotta In the United States, architectural terra cotta is […]

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Keys to Architectural Terra Cotta Restoration

July 23, 2013

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Keys to Architectural Terra Cotta Restoration Architectural terra cotta graces so many classic and beautiful buildings throughout the United States and the world. It is a stunning architectural style that offers an elegant look while also providing strength and durability to withstand the elements. While terra cotta is considered to be a long-lasting architectural product, […]

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Replacing Historic Terra Cotta- TerraGlas

July 15, 2013

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Replacing Historic Terra Cotta Considered to be a durable, long-lasting architectural material, historical terra cotta can stand the test of time, including being exposed to the elements like inclement weather and even moderate earthquakes not to mention pollution. However, over time, these structures will require terra cotta replacement as part of the historic restoration process […]

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Detailing Architectural Terracotta- Water Leakage

May 1, 2013

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Preventing and Repairing Water Leakage and Damage in Terracotta Architectural terracotta has been used in a wide range of architectural styles – from the Chicago School to the Beaux Arts style. Some incredible buildings emerged from the late 19th century through the 1930s that used glazed terracotta. However, over time, the natural elements have begun […]

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