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November 16, 2025 • F.W. Woolworth Co.

Interior Painting Is Complete in the Woolworth Building Lobby

Painters applying green primer to drywall.
Crews apply the first coat of green paint inside the Woolworth building.

Interior painting has been completed in the Woolworth building lobby, marking another visible step in its detailed restoration process. Crews used a green paint that reflects the building’s historically accurate 1920s color palette. Before any painting began, an acrylic conditioner was applied to seal porous drywall surfaces and improve adhesion, ensuring a smooth, long-lasting finish. The green tones will later be complemented by brass fixtures, creating a striking, period-authentic look for the lobby and adjoining spaces. This phase blends careful preparation with historically fitting design, bringing the interior one step closer to its completed form.

Learn more about the full restoration plan for the F.W. Woolworth Co. building.

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