Project: South Haven Lighthouse Preservation – South Haven, MI Type: Entire Structure – Rust removal and application of rust converter, inhibiting primer and moisture sealants to joints and perimeter ring structure. Date Completed: October 2016 Project summary: The original South Haven lighthouse, a wooden structure, was constructed in 1872. It was replaced by the current steel lighthouse in 1903.… Continue reading South Haven Lighthouse Preservation
Day: October 25, 2016
Ottawa Beach Pump House Restoration
Project: Historic Ottawa Beach Pumphouse Restoration – completed June 2015 Historical Interior and Exterior Restoration, lead paint abatement, masonry restoration, structural steel work, rough carpentry, window and door replication and restoration, finish carpentry and painting Ottawa Beach Pumphouse project was performed in 2015. The work consisted of: Replication of wood doors, restoration of wood… Continue reading Ottawa Beach Pump House Restoration
Manistee Lighthouse Exterior Restoration
At the Manistee Light Tower, Mihm Enterprises completed the exterior restoration, removed lead paint, installed marine coatings, replaced lantern glass, deteriorated metal and concrete steps. Project: Manistee Light Tower Rehab – Lake Michigan
Charlevoix Lighthouse
Project: Charlevoix Lighthouse – phase 1, 2, & 3 Phase 1: Historical Exterior Restoration, Window replacement and restoration or all windows, improved ventilation, and lantern flashing work. Completed 2008 Phase 2: Exterior painting. Completed 2009 Phase 3: Interior painting and brass vents. completed 2013
Chapin Mansion Wood Window Restoration
Project: Chapin Mansion Window Restoration Client: City of Niles Location: Niles, MI Architect: Greg Kil-Kil Architecture/Planning Date Completed: September 2015 Project summary: Complete removal of 51 window sashes, complete abatement of lead paint, epoxy consolidate sashes and jambs, re-glaze window sashes, prime, paint, weather strip & install back in orginal openings. Removal of 7 art… Continue reading Chapin Mansion Wood Window Restoration
Crystal Downs Country Club – Historical Exterior Restoration
Project: Crystal Downs Country Club – Frankfort, MI Type: Historical Exterior Restoration. Historical wood window replacement, painting, wood shingle and copper flashing installation.
Copper Fabrication and Installation
We specialize in copper fabrication including historical reproductions. We are committed to the preservation of our valued historical structures, working with building owners and architects to keep the historical look while often improving function. Our craftsman have vast and varied experience working on historical structures from Lighthouses and period park buildings to private homes, libraries,… Continue reading Copper Fabrication and Installation