The Three R’s: Restoration, Replication + Retrofitting
Given our commitment to sustainability and our expertise using time-tested materials and techniques, the three R’s come naturally to us. We offer large-scale full-service restoration of historic lighting and retrofitting with today’s most energy efficient lamping. We can replicate historic fixtures even if the only reference left is a photo (see King Street Station case study for an example of a photo-based replication). The Three R’s support our commitment to reduce consumption by fixing and reusing rather than replacing. Old fixtures of historic value are usually very high quality and can be expected to last decades if not centuries with periodic maintenance. Retrofitting their lamping makes them as safe and efficient as any new fixture on the market. We are restoring the past and ensuring the future at the same time!
To contact us about Replication, Restoration & Retrofitting services, please find a lighting representative in your area, or otherwise contact us directly.
Capabilities & Experience
- Restoration/Replication research for historic accuracy (including archival drawings)
- Fabricating/Casting new components (bronze, cast iron, aluminum, stainless steel)
- Replacing/Replicating globes, panels, etched glass, art glass (custom blow molds available)
- Replacing all electrical components, rewiring (ETL listing / UL 1598, CSA C22.2 No. 250.0)
- Energy-saving upgrades (CFL pin bases, hardwired LED, efficient lighting systems
Please see Eleek’s Lamping Guide) - Disassembling, cleaning, stripping of old finishes
- Refinishing, reassembling, and testing