Gilded Age: Challenges for Those Who Leaf

An increase in the preference for preservation over gut-job renovation has paid off for those in the industry qualified in gilding. But in addition to the rewarding work, Gilders’ Studio Pre...

Elevation Awards Spotlight: Library Gilding Restoration

With only weeks left to submit an entry for Durability + Design’s inaugural Elevation Awards, we will be counting down to the deadline by featuring a select nomination each day, giving you a...

Gilding Failure Mars NYC Monument

A year-old $500,000 gilding project has failed on a landmark statue in Central Park, with officials mystified as to the cause.

True or false: Application of silver leaf to a prepared surface is called gilding.

The president of the Gilders’ Studio noted in an interview with D+D last month that industry-wide education is lacking when it comes to understanding what exactly gilders do. Do you think the knowledge gap between specialties in the industry has gotten too wide?

What is the best way for me to assure I’m getting what I want when I specify a decorative finish such as glazing or gilding?

What is the best way for me to assure I’m getting what I want when I specify a decorative finish such as glazing or gilding?

Uncovering History: Paint Analysis & Restoration at the Eustis Estate

from D+D In Depth, December 2017 ; by AMY WOODALL, DURABILITY + DESIGN

When regional heritage organization Historic New England undertook restoration of the...

D+D Online Features

from D+D Print, Fall 2017

E-Book: The Technology of Coatings in High-Rise Structures

Sponsored by AGC/Lumiflon

This eBook consists of articles from Durability + Design (D+D) and the former ...

Architectural Coatings: A PaintSquare Video Education Series

A collection of archived webinars focused on architectural coatings.

Concrete: A PaintSquare Video Education Series

A collection of archived webinars focused on concrete coatings and maintenance.