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Practical Plastering and Related Subjects by Byron Dalton

A Lost Art?

Plastering’s Future Still Depends on Its Past

William E. Rogers reflects on an enduring lesson from a 1937 plastering manual, arguing that apprenticeship, craftsmanship and personal responsibility remain the foundation of the trade.

William E. Rogers ACP

John Wyatt

July 1, 2026

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A timeless message from one of plastering's early masters reminds today's craftsmen that preserving the trade begins with training, pride and a commitment to excellence.

Plastering: Plain & Decorative by William Millar

The Plasterer’s Bible

A Century Later, This Classic Still Defines the Craft of Plastering

Long before digital training, generations of plasterers learned from a book that still earns a place on the shelf today.

John Wyatt

July 1, 2026

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William Millar’s Plastering, Plain and Decorative remains a foundational reference for traditional techniques, historic restoration and the enduring craftsmanship of plaster.

A compilation of interior design images and an American Flag

American History

A History of Wall and Ceiling Systems in the U.S.

From plaster to drywall, see how wall and ceiling systems shaped America since 1607

John Wyatt

July 1, 2026

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A history of the craftsmen, contractors and materials that built America's walls and ceilings.

If Walls Could Talk

Jason Bertoniere Inc. on Historic Renovation

New Orleans contractors revive iconic Benjamin Button home with meticulous restoration work.

John Wyatt

June 4, 2026

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Historic Benjamin Button home restoration showcases expert plastering and painting craftsmanship.

Cupertino Library in Cupertino, California

Innovative Donor Wall at Cupertino Library

Translucent panels and integrated lighting redefine donor walls in a civic courtyard installation.

Aubrie Nader

May 18, 2026

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Cupertino Library’s courtyard transforms donor recognition into an architectural feature, using light, color and material to create an engaging, community-focused public space.

Up Front: A Walls & Ceilings Editorial Column by Mark Fowler

Checking the Fluid Level

A reflection on personal ethics, everyday compromises, and the rare moral courage of those who risk everything to stand against injustice.

Mark Fowler

February 25, 2026

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A reflection on personal ethics, everyday compromises, and the rare moral courage of those who risk everything to stand against injustice.

Restoration

Western Specialty Contractors Restores Historic DeWitt-Seitz Marketplace Mural in Minnesota

Masonry repairs and mural replication mark the landmark building’s 40th anniversary as a mixed-use marketplace

W&C Staff

February 4, 2026

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Western Specialty Contractors’ Minneapolis Branch completed masonry repairs and recreated the iconic north-wall mural on Duluth’s DeWitt-Seitz Marketplace Building, preserving a Canal Park landmark originally built in 1909.

Two Cities That Dared to Impress: Rome’s Ancient Majesty and Las Vegas’s Modern Spectacle

The awe-inspiring grandeur of ancient Rome and the dazzling innovation of modern Las Vegas, celebrating both as monuments to human ambition and craftsmanship.

Mark Fowler

November 21, 2025

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The awe-inspiring grandeur of ancient Rome and the dazzling innovation of modern Las Vegas, celebrating both as monuments to human ambition and craftsmanship.

From Oxford to Houston: A Ceiling Steeped in History and Craftsmanship

Custom-Made GRG Forms Cast Historic Ceiling in New Light

Mario Botelho

August 12, 2025

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Ceiling design inspired by centuries-old limestone ceiling inside England’s Christ Church.

TAT Honored by Preservation Massachusetts for Transforming Historic Landmarks

June 28, 2024

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Highlighting the firm’s national expertise and over-50-year commitment to revitalizing urban centers, creating housing opportunities and strengthening communities through historic preservation and adaptive reuse, The Architectural Team and its late founder, Robert J. Verrier, FAIA, NCARB, earned prestigious honors from Preservation Massachusetts.

Articles Tagged with ''historic buildings''

Plastering’s Future Still Depends on Its Past

A Century Later, This Classic Still Defines the Craft of Plastering

A History of Wall and Ceiling Systems in the U.S.

Jason Bertoniere Inc. on Historic Renovation

Innovative Donor Wall at Cupertino Library

Checking the Fluid Level

Western Specialty Contractors Restores Historic DeWitt-Seitz Marketplace Mural in Minnesota

Two Cities That Dared to Impress: Rome’s Ancient Majesty and Las Vegas’s Modern Spectacle

From Oxford to Houston: A Ceiling Steeped in History and Craftsmanship

TAT Honored by Preservation Massachusetts for Transforming Historic Landmarks

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