Welcome to Welsh Color & Conservation, Inc. Welcome to Welsh Color & Conservation, Inc.
Welcome to Welsh Color & Conservation, Inc. Welcome to Welsh Color & Conservation, Inc.
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Welsh Color & Conservation, Inc. is one of the most renowned and experienced laboratories in the United States consulting on the restoration and preservation of historic finishes. We specialize in the investigation and microscopical analysis of old paints and wallpapers primarily related to historic buildings but also to fine art and antiques. Our paint and wallpaper analyses are useful for:


  • determination of original colors or for authentication,
  • dating purposes for documenting sequences of alterations, and
  • determination of paint pigment as well as wallpaper fiber composition.
crossection of a multi-layered paint sample
Crossection of a multi-layered paint sample

Welsh Color & Conservation, Inc. has been serving old house owners, architects, museums and collectors all over the United States for more than 30 years. Our projects range in size from objects of fine art, to small residential buildings and large nationally known landmarks dating from the 18th to the 20th centuries. Through one of two options we can analyze, determine and authenticate original finishes and color schemes. We can either visit your site or you can take and send samples to us for microanalysis by using our Sampling Guide - Paintpamphlet™.

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Contact Information:

Frank S. Welsh, President
Welsh Color & Conservation, Inc.
P.O. Box 767
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010

Telephone: 610-525-3564
E-mail: fswelsh @ welshcolor.com

About Welsh Color & Conservation, Inc.

Paintpamphlet
Historic Paint Analysis - An Overview Color Matching New Paints
Analytical and Consulting Services Publications
Wallpaper Major Projects Completed