Historic Preservation Carpentry
Restoration, not renovation.
Ravenwood Restoration in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, differs from many builders and remodelers in one important way: we do not aim to make old things new, but to preserve all the glory of their age. It is the signs of aging that actually give quality antiques their value; the patina and stress-marks on our old buildings are the finger-prints of their unique history. Our goal can be expressed in three words: Stabilize, Restore, and Protect.
Someone much like myself held these timbers in his hands, shaped and fitted them into usefulness. Calloused hands and small chubby hands grasped this railing. Boots, stockings and bare feet padded up and down these stairs, and wore these hollows into them. These lime-plastered walls witnessed times of joy and turmoil, intrigue and peace. Let us preserve the stamp of those intimate moments, even while restoring these treasures to usefulness and protecting them from decay.
About Us
Ravenwood Restoration is dedicated to the meticulous restoration and preservation of historic buildings. Based in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, we serve the surround regions and New England. With over 25 years in carpentry and remodeling, and a deep passion for old structures, our goal is to stabilize, restore and protect your home or historic building, ensuring its beauty and integrity for generations to come. Plastics and portland cement are smothering our national landmarks, trapping moisture into them, and causing accelerated decay. Please give us a chance to heal your old building.
Our services include careful and educated historic restoration, with an emphasis on windows, doors and shutters, as well as modern remodeling using reclaimed materials. From repairing and replicating intricate woodwork to restoring original features, we pay close attention to detail to bring your vision for your home or historic structure to life.
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