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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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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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