I would have any of his people over at my house for dinner!
- Lois Gries, ASID
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Restored bay window of a Chicago historic home.

Historic Home Restoration

To us, an old building is a part of history. It was made using materials that often cannot be found today.

Construction methods were used that ensured the long-term integrity and longevity of the building. Additionally, these buildings were often constructed with a rare level of craftsmanship.

Our role is to be Custodians of the Past!


Restoration

Using epoxy in a historic home restoration.

  • Restore original wood when possible
  • Use similar ingredients in plaster restoration
  • Use paint analysis to understand original finishes and decorations
  • Develop samples to replicate original finishes

Protection

Historic restoration includes protection of the home, the workers and the environment

  • Use state-of-the-art sanders with HEPA filters
  • Make use of high-built bonding primers to boost performance and longevity
  • Utilize safe access methods to reach difficult areas

Beautification

Research is part of the historic home restoration process.

  • Research "period" colors and styles to inspire the color scheme and design
  • Use color to bring out the architectural features of the building
  • Use modern materials and techniques to replicate the past


Protecting the Past ... Inspiring the Future

For us, Historical Restoration is an opportunity to preserve and honor the craftsmanship of bygone generations.

Through our historical restoration work, we help the current and future generation to appreciate the heritage that is all around them, sometimes within their own homes.

Painting in Partnership has established partnerships with both the Barrington Area Historical Society (Link) and the Skokie Historical Society where we give lectures and sponsor special exhibits (Link to Press release).

We bring that Custodian outlook to all the work of Painting in Partnership.


Historical Restoration - A Video Showcase

Art Deco Revival

Once upon a time, a plain white powder room hid in the midst of an elegant Art Deco lake-front home...

Dressing Up
The Craftsman

For decades, this Craftsman-style house was known as the "Big White House on the Corner"...

Preserving
La Grande Dame

A Historic Victorian Grande Dame from Chicago, one of a handful of wood-frame homes that survived the Great Chicago Fire, was starting to show her need for TLC...

Contact Us

Painting in Partnership, Inc.

518 N. Brockway

Palatine, IL 60067


Tel: 847-934-8885

Fax: 847-934-8157


Email: info@paintpartner.com

Our Service Areas

Painting in Partnership is proud to serve Chicago, the North Shore and
Northwest Suburbs, including these communities:

Arlington Heights Glencoe Lake Barrington Oak Park
Barrington Hills Glenview Lake Bluff Oakbrook
Barrington Shores Hawthorne Woods Lake Forest Palatine
Barrington Highland Park Lake Zurich Park Ridge
Burr Ridge Highwood Lincolnshire Riverwoods
Crystal Lake Hinsdale Lincolnwood South Barrington
Deer Park Inverness Long Grove Tower Lakes
Deerfield Kenilworth North Barrington Wilmette
Evanston Kildeer Northbrook Winnetka
Wheaton Naperville Downers Grove River Forest
Northfield Wayne Elgin Libertyville

Some of Our Affiliations (click on any logo for more information)

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