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September 8, 2025 • F.W. Woolworth Co.

Skylight Framing Installed on Woolworth Building Roof

Worker fastening wood framing with a nail gun.
A nail gun is used to fasten the skylight framing.

Crews completed the framing for the skylights at the Woolworth building, marking a significant step in restoration of the roof. To begin, six openings were cut into the wooden roof decking. The crew then constructed wooden frames—also known as curbs or upstands—around each opening. Installation of the skylight glass will follow once the roofing materials are in place. These raised frames are essential to ensure proper weatherproofing and energy efficiency once the skylights are installed. 

Workers are cutting fresh wood for the skylight frame
 Crew members cut new lumber to form skylight framing.
Raised wood curbs on the Woolworth Building roof skylight openings.
 New wood frames are installed for skylights on the Woolworth building roof.

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