Abatron, Kenosha, WI
Manufacturer of adhesives, wood consolidants, and wood replacement compounds for structural and decorative restoration. Also available are adhesives and repair compounds for metal, concrete patching and resurfacing compounds, structural crack injection resins, flexible mold-making and casting compounds, protective coatings, fiberglass laminating resins, porcelain refinishing compounds, and high-performance sealants. Free brochures.

Franmar Chemical, Bloomington, IL
Manufacturer of paint remover that removes multiple layers of paint (including lead-based paint), varnish, and urethane, even some manufacturer-applied urethane, without sanding from all types of floors. Soy-Gel brand is odorless, 100 percent biodegradable, and economical. Also makes odorless product that provides a non-hazardous, wet pickup of asbestos-based, vinyl, and acrylic tile and carpet adhesive. Free literature.

LimeWorks .US, Milford Square, PA
LimeWorks.US began in 2001 by Andrew deGruchy, a historic masonry preservation specialist near Philadelphia, who for 25 years actively conserves vintage masonry structures throughout the US. LimeWorks.US has simplified Natural Hydraulic Lime (NHL) and sand mortars into a matching system that anyone with a good eye for color can use. NHL is suitably used in repointing and repair applications and for making colored stuccos for new “green” building designs including straw bale stucco and plaster systems. LimeWorks.US will also perform mortar analysis and duplicate historic mortars for you.

Nawkaw Corp., Watkinsville, GA
Nawkaw Corp.'s proprietary staining process allows color to permeate brick, block, mortar, pre-cast, concrete, stucco, EIFS, and stone. We specialize in decorative staining, renovations, restorations, and corrective coloring, with locations in the U.S., Canada, and Australia. All of our products are field and laboratory tested and have a 25-year guarantee. Free literature.

Polymeric Systems, Elverson, PA
Manufacturer of epoxy adhesives, including specialty epoxy putty sticks for fast, permanent repairs and bonding of wood, metals, masonry, plastics, and ceramic. Also elastomeric joint sealants and caulks. VOC-free, solvent-free products, manufactured in USA. Free literature.

Schroeder Log Home Supply, Grand Rapids, MN
Schroeder Log Home Supply sells quality materials for homeowners, builders, applicators, and government agencies. Products include tools, caulk, chinking, restoration epoxies, fasteners, stains, paint strippers, and books. Free literature.

Specification Chemicals, Boone, IA
Manufacturer of an acrylic waterproofing emulsion used in roofing, plaster wall renovation, and basement waterproofing. Also converts fiberglass and polyester fabrics. Free literature.