Robie House Restoration Pictorial Tour 12.1

Here the glass panel from one of the art glass windows has separated from the metal came. All 174 art glass panels in the Robie House require conservation. Some are missing areas of metal came and are in danger of falling apart in situ. Others are bowing at an alarming rate. Many require reputtying with insulating putty. All need a thorough cleaning. Preservation Trust staff completed a detailed survey of the condition of each window, and created a triage list of priorities for conservation.


	12.1

	Here the glass panel from one of the art glass windows has separated from the metal came. All 174 art glass panels in the Robie House require conservation. Some are missing areas of metal came and are in danger of falling apart in situ. Others are bowing at an alarming rate. Many require reputtying with insulating putty. All need a thorough cleaning. Preservation Trust staff completed a detailed survey of the condition of each window, and created a triage list of priorities for conservation.