The Telephone Building

F.W. Woolworth Co.

Restoration Updates

January 25, 2026 • F.W. Woolworth Co.

Shellac Sealing Begins on Exposed Woodwork at the Woolworth Building

Applying shellac to interior wood surfaces. — Crews spray shellac evenly across interior wood elements.

Shellac sealing has begun on exposed wood elements inside the Woolworth building as part of the ongoing restoration work. Before shellac application, surrounding areas—including walls, windows and ductwork—are carefully masked to ensure the treatment is applied precisely. The shellac acts as a protective seal, helping lock in the finish while reducing odors and adding resistance to moisture. This step supports the durability and appearance of the interior wood details, as work continues inside the historic building.

Shellac sealing on interior woodwork. — Shellac is applied in thin layers to seal the interior woodwork.

Learn more about the ongoing restoration of the F.W. Woolworth Co. building.

MORE BLOGS ON F.W. WOOLWORTH CO.

February 1, 2026 • F.W. Woolworth Co.

Roof Preparation Underway for Solar Panel Installation at the Woolworth Building

January 28, 2026 • F.W. Woolworth Co.

Decorative Columns Added to the Woolworth Building Lobby

January 23, 2026 • F.W. Woolworth Co.

Improvements Underway in Gas Light Alley Beside the Woolworth Building

January 21, 2026 • F.W. Woolworth Co.

Sustainable Stairwell Treading Installed at the Woolworth Building

January 19, 2026 • F.W. Woolworth Co.

Display Case Installed in the Woolworth Building Lobby

January 17, 2026 • F.W. Woolworth Co.

Baseboards Added to Interior Spaces at the Woolworth Building

January 15, 2026 • F.W. Woolworth Co.

Storefront Entryway Takes Shape with Concrete Finishing at the Woolworth Building

January 11, 2026 • F.W. Woolworth Co.

Elevator Interior Takes on an Authentic 1930s Look at the Woolworth Building

January 9, 2026 • F.W. Woolworth Co.

Final Interior Paint Coat Brings the Woolworth Building Closer to Completion

January 7, 2026 • F.W. Woolworth Co.

Vintage Photo Installed in the Lobby of the Woolworth Building

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Restoration Updates | See daily progress on Historic Cleveland Street

The Telephone Building

Streetscape Upgrades Begin Along the Telephone Building

Second-Floor Lighting Installation Moves Forward at the Peoples Bank Building

F.W. Woolworth Co.

Roof Preparation Underway for Solar Panel Installation at the Woolworth Building

Drywall Removal Completes on the First Floor of the Brown Brothers Building

Electrical Removal Completed at 635 Cleveland Street

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An exciting new chapter of historic restoration begins for four unique properties on Cleveland Street in Downtown Clearwater.

See the magnificent transformation now underway

FOR INFORMATION

Scott Dobbins
scott@hybridgecre.com