Recovery of historical decorations and frames

Exterior facades require a layered approach. After removing loosely adhered layers and restoring the plaster, more or less extensive skimming is performed, along with reinforcement in critical areas and, if necessary, treatments that restore the plaster's original grain and appearance (troweled, scored, trowelled, etc.). The choice of finishing cycle takes into account the required breathability, climatic conditions, and exposure to smog.

In historic interiors or homes with high-quality finishes, techniques become more refined. It's often necessary to work with lime products, thin glazes, and natural pigments, trying to respect the original appearance of the walls as much as possible. Where there are underlying decorations or interesting layers, the possibility of partially restoring them, rather than permanently covering them, may be considered.

Wood restoration (shutters, window frames, doors) involves a precise sequence: stripping or deep sanding, repairing damaged areas, replacing irreparably damaged elements if necessary, applying woodworm treatments, and then applying new finishes. Edges are not unnaturally sharpened; instead, we strive to preserve the character of the original elements, eliminating only functional deterioration.

An important aspect is managing the differences between old and new . In areas where the plaster has been redone or the wood replaced, the risk is creating too obvious contrasts. Glazing techniques, thin spatulas, micro-colored stucco, and small controlled aging phases allow these transitions to be accompanied, making the overall effect more harmonious while maintaining the building's history, where necessary.

Decorations and frames are treated with particular care. Overly aggressive mechanical removal can erase details that will never return; for this reason, gradual interventions are often preferred: cleaning with specific products, micro-filling, spot reintegration, and color retouching that restores legibility without creating a "new-fake-antique" effect.

In all these cases, technique is never an end in itself: it serves to strike a balance between conservation, safety, aesthetics, and functionality. A professional restoration is recognized precisely by this balance, not by a uniform "new look" that erases the building's history.