Terra Cotta Society

Terra Cotta Anchorage and Attachment  Historic structures that used terra cotta had specific ways that it was anchored or attached to a building. However, over time, this anchoring can deteriorate and create safety issues for these buildings. In providing a solution for restoration, TerraGlas offers an alternative way to anchor and attach its products to […]

 Architectural Terra Cotta Detailing There are many details that go into a building’s architecture that provide aesthetic beauty and set the structure apart from others.  These include everything from railings, grilles, and grates to cornices, gargoyles and bas relief. Older buildings often used terra cotta to create the architectural detailing. However, with time and exposure to […]

Replacing and Replicating Terra Cotta Cornices As a favorite architectural feature, the cornice has been used for centuries as a decorative finish to pillars of the Classical age. Even today, they are still utilized both indoors and outdoors to enhance the architectural design. Purpose of Cornices More than just adding beauty to a building’s structural elements, the […]

Selecting the Best Terra Cotta Supplier for your Project To ensure the terra cotta material used on a building restoration project or a new build meets quality and durability standards, it is important to partner with a terra cotta restoration supplier that can meet these expectations as well as deliver experience, knowledge, and personal service.  […]

Keys to Architectural Terra Cotta Restoration Architectural terra cotta graces so many classic and beautiful buildings throughout the United States and the world. It is a stunning architectural style that offers an elegant look while also providing strength and durability to withstand the elements. While terra cotta is considered to be a long-lasting architectural product, […]