White Papers

Stone

Marble and Granite Floor Restoration (740.18 KB)
A basic understanding of the science behind marble and granite restoration and maintenance.
Marcoat Grout White Paper (773.65 KB)
This white paper informs the reader that there is finally a long-term 100% epoxy grout solution for commercial kitchen floors. Find out in this white paper how you can combat mold on surfaces and enzyme cleaners-resistant grout.
APP Surface Guard (1.45 MB)
Protecting buildings from graffiti and other forms of pollution is an indispensable element in maintaining the attractiveness of urban environments. A clean environment evokes a feeling of comfort, calm and the assurance that your welfare is being considered. Download this white paper to learn how Stuart Dean specializes in providing graffiti protection through a unique portfolio of products.

Wood

Preserving and Maintaining Wood White Paper (549.73 KB)
Buildings have no escape from the elements. When exterior airborne pollutants, rain water, and other contaminants are allowed to dwell on a wood surface they break down the wood’s protective finish. In fact, they break it down three times faster than the normal wear and tear caused by body oils and abrasion. Find out in this white paper the importance of letting professionals deal with your wood and ways to keep your wood’s protective finish refreshed against the elements.

Historic Preservation

Historic Preservation White Paper (775.01 KB)
The objective of historic preservation is to protect, stabilize, and maintain the existing materials while preserving the heritage value of the structure. Download this white paper to learn how Stuart Dean restoration teams focus on the original materials, while repairing and maintaining surrounding elements to match the existing surfaces.

Glass

Architectural Glass Solutions White Paper (495.72 KB)
Damaged architectural glass can be a problem for every building. Download this white paper to learn what causes glass damage, the cost to restore verses replacement, how to prevent damage and our solution to restoring the glass.

Metal

Anodized Aluminum Curtain Walls (836.75 KB)
Planning and budgeting preventative maintenance of anodized aluminum curtainwall systems.
Architectural Metal Solutions White Paper (2.09 MB)
The restoration and preservation of alloys (bronze, brass, and nickel silver).
Curtainwall Restoration Using Field Applied Fluoropolymer High Performance Coatings White Paper (792.93 KB)
This white paper focuses on high-performance coatings, long-term performance of coatings, and the history of the coatings. Also, learn how Stuart Dean analyzes and plans for a coating project.
Procedure for Restoring and Maintaining Blackened Stainless Steel Finishes White Paper (693.42 KB)
In the past, “blackening” of stainless steel was limited. Learn how Stuart Dean can offer the “blackening” refinishing process that will allow the stainless steel to be refinished on site or in our shop. Architects can provide clients with added design options by offering on-site refinishing of the existing stainless steel, rather than having to replace with new material. Additionally, this process allows clients to have a finish placed upon their building’s stainless steel, which will provide them with a unique look for either new construction or building renovation.