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May 25, 2025 • Brown Brothers

Original Brick Uncovered as Paint Stripping Begins at Brown Brothers Building

Worker applies paint stripping compound to the outer wall of the Brown Brothers building to remove old paint layers. — Crew members apply specialized stripping compound to the Brown Brothers Building brick façade.

Restoration crews at the Brown Brothers Building have begun stripping all remaining layers of paint from the exterior brick. This meticulous process uses a specialized compound that lifts decades of coatings without harming the original surface beneath.

The goal is twofold: To reveal the building’s original 1924 yellow brick façade and to ensure future treatments bond properly to the masonry. This method respects the building’s architectural history while laying the groundwork for a breathable, long-lasting finish that helps preserve the structure.

Detailed view of original yellow brick surface newly exposed through restoration paint stripping. — Yellow brick uncovered beneath decades-old paint at 615 Cleveland Street

Learn more about the full restoration plan for the Brown Brothers Building.

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