One of the most important historic homes in the country is about to undergo a facelift. The Shrewsbury-Windle House in Madison, Indiana, is the latest ornamental restoration project by Old World Plastering, the most experienced stucco installation and plaster repair service in Cincinnati, OH. Renowned for his historic preservation efforts, master craftsman Greg Colina specializes in restoring worn or damaged antique ornamentation in historic sites to like-new condition, so visitors can enjoy each building's unique architecture and design for years to come.

The Shrewsbury-Windle House

Built in 1849 for pork merchant Charles L. Shrewsbury, the Shrewsbury-Windle House is an example of Greek Revival architecture, one of the most popular residential design styles in the pre-Civil War Midwest. It was designed by Francis Costigan, an important local architect credited with the design of many homes throughout the region. The home's gorgeous interiors, fine stonework, elaborate moldings, and breathtaking spiral staircase make it visually striking and historically significant. The home is a National Historic Landmark and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The Ornamental Restoration Project

Old World Plastering has been commissioned by the Madison Historical Society to restore 40 to 45 feet of ornamental cornice running through two of the house's main rooms. Greg will cut and file an exact duplicate of the cornice's profile using a cutting template mounted on a wooden frame. It takes extraordinary care and delicacy to restore such an ornate piece of molding, especially one that is 157 years old, but Greg has the experience and expertise to restore the cornice to its original glory.

Greg Colina of Old World Plastering, the premier stucco installation and plaster repair service in Cincinnati, OH, has the skill and professional insight needed to complete even the most complex of ornamental restoration projects successfully. Visit the company website for contact details, or call (513) 481-1122 to discuss your historic preservation needs with a friendly expert.