Category Archives: Disaster/Emergency Response

Smoke and Mold Odor Removal from Smoke Damaged Art, Antiques And Collectibles in the Malibu and Thousand Oaks Woolsey Fire

Posted on December 1, 2018 by Scott M. Haskins

Short Video of Anoxia Tent Treatments – Oxygen Deprivation for Smoke Damaged Art, Antiques And Collectibles  Malibu and Thousand Oaks Woolsey Fire Smoke and Mold Odor Removal While a household item like throw rugs, dishes, toys can be treated with … Continue reading →

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Professional Smoke Damage Restoration Services for Artwork, Antiques and Collectibles in Woolsey Fire, Malibu, Los Angeles

Posted on November 29, 2018 by Scott M. Haskins

In the aftermath of fire in residential areas, once everyone and their pets have been accounted for and taken care of, the next human concern turns to finding and caring for items that represent the history of the person and/or … Continue reading →

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Renown Painting Restorer from Madrid, Spain Julia Betancor Collaborates In Our Lab

Posted on September 3, 2018 by Scott M. Haskins

After a meeting at the national annual conference for the American Institute for Conservation (AIC) in Chicago and a visit in Madrid and Toledo, Spain, renown painting conservator Julia Betancor was invited to come to our lab in Santa Barbara, … Continue reading →

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Amateur Art Restoration Ruins Artwork… Again!!!

Posted on July 3, 2018 by Scott M. Haskins

U.S. & WORLD report “Amateur restoration attempt ruins artwork,” ABC reports during Action News on July 1, 2018 as did dozens of other international news sources including U.S. & World Report Their warning and coaching for you? “Recruiting an amateur … Continue reading →

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Saving and Preserving Collectibles, Heirlooms and Memorabilia from Montecito’s Mudslides of Interest to the New York Times

Posted on May 22, 2018 by Scott M. Haskins

The New York Time’s Visit to Santa Barbara and Their Interest In The Story of Saving and Preserving Collectibles and Heirlooms from Montecito’s Mudslides by Phillip Justice, Guest Blogger   The New York Times recently toured and interviewed Fine Art … Continue reading →

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Thomas Fire and Mudslides- Saving Family Treasures

Posted on January 14, 2018 by Scott M. Haskins

There are family heirlooms, art, antiques, family history items and treasures that can still be saved and preserved in very good condition in a house that is in this situation! Use care in the removal process. Their preservation can make … Continue reading →

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Smoke Damage Restoration of Artwork, Antiques and Collectibles

Posted on January 3, 2018 by Scott M. Haskins

The Thomas Fire in the Ventura and Santa Barbara areas at the end of 2017 was classified as the largest wildfire (acreage) in the history of California. Over 1000 structures were lost in the firestorm driven by 40-70 mph winds … Continue reading →

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Cleaning a painting with smoke damage 30 sec video

Posted on November 30, 2017 by Scott M. Haskins

Cleaning smoke damage from artwork, other framed items and collectibles is a service we routinely take care of. Paintings are often darkened by discolored varnish too. This gorgeous tonalist vintage painting, about 1920, by Granville Redmond  re-emerges from the darkness … Continue reading →

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Rip Repair and Saving Historical Painting of Bishop Ranch Santa Barbara (Goleta) by Henry Chapman Ford

Posted on August 10, 2017 by Scott M. Haskins

Historic Oil Painting from 1875 of Bishop Ranch- Glen Annie in Goleta, CA by Henry Chapman Ford saved from destruction Scott M. Haskins, Painting Conservator   Art restoration has been more than just interesting as my life’s work. Lots of … Continue reading →

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Public Art Protection Varnishing Murals and Oil Paintings for Future Maintenance

Posted on July 27, 2017 by Scott M. Haskins

A common concern for public art on display is protection against accidents, even vandalism, and to find a way to make the often valuable artwork safe for maintenance. Seismic safety, especially along the Wasatch Front in Utah, both for the … Continue reading →

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