What we found
159 Franklin Street’s cornice was past the point where patching was a serious option. The metal had thinned through in too many places. The decorative profile had been progressively lost to repeated bad repairs over decades. The bracket-to-wall connection had begun to fail in ways that meant the structural integrity was going to become a question soon.
This was not a “scrape and recoat” job. This was a remove-and-replace job. We were straightforward with the owner about that.
New cornice installed and color-matched to the building.
The Work
Document the existing cornice profile carefully — every dimension, every decorative element — before removing it. Fabricate the new cornice off-site to match. Remove the old cornice, repair the wall connection, and install the new unit with proper flashing and weather-tight detailing. Finish in two coats of color-matched topcoat.
The result
A new cornice that matches the architectural intent of the original — same profile, same proportions, same finish — but with sound metal, proper bracket connections, and a 50+ year service life ahead of it.
Project gallery
A few additional views of the work at 159 Franklin Street.
New cornice installed and color-matched to the building.
Profile detail of the new fabricated unit.
Cornice in context — Franklin Street streetscape.
Want to walk to this project?
159 Franklin Street is a real address. We can meet you there for a walkaround, point out the specific repair work, and answer questions in person. Or we can send you photos of the precise details. Just call Sajin at 631-464-8200.