Sealing a Historic Fresco Mural at Saint Columban Church: MuralShield Matte

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Sealing a Historic Fresco Mural at Saint Columban Church: MuralShield Matte

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Located in the heart of Historic Filipinotown, Los Angeles the historic Saint Columban Catholic Church commissioned a new fresco mural by renowned Filipino-American Muralist Eliseo Art Silva. to serve as the backdrop of a shrine installation.

MuralShield Matte Protects Fresco Mural

Soon after the mural's completion, Eliseo noticed early signs of surface wear and color transfer. Without proper protection, the artwork risked deteriorating over time.

MuralShield Matte protects the fresco's delicate painted surface without changing its natural appearance.
MuralShield Matte protects the fresco's delicate painted surface without changing its natural appearance.
Before protection, pigment could transfer from the mural surface during normal contact and maintenance.
Before protection, pigment could transfer from the mural surface during normal contact and maintenance.

MuralShield Matte was selected as a fixative and protective coating from dust, moisture, and daily exposure without altering its natural plaster aesthetic.

Unlike the MuralShield Original, which dries to a glossy finish, MuralShield Matte dries to a true matte finish that maintains the fresco's original look.

This  application was done with an High Volume Low Pressure (HVLP) sprayer for quick and accurate transfer with no overspray. The mosaic tile border was also protected with MuralShield Gloss (Original) to highlight the overall appearance.

MuralShield Matte was applied using an HVLP sprayer for precise, even coverage with minimal overspray.
MuralShield Matte was applied using an HVLP sprayer for precise, even coverage with minimal overspray.
The completed fresco retains its original matte finish while gaining long-term protection from dust, moisture, and daily wear.
The completed fresco retains its original matte finish while gaining long-term protection from dust, moisture, and light exposure.

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