Brian Gaff (Sofa) wrote

I have never heard of a ghost sign myself.

Neither had I, but it is a useful name.

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Hi All,

Does anyone have any knowledge of preserving / conserving / maintaining
ghost signs?


We have one (B&W) in the village which is Fading fast.

I have read that the reason many have lasted so long is
Because that were originally painted with lead based oil paint.

I presume that's not an option today.

Most of the (few) restorations I've seen online involve repainting to as
new condition.

I think it would be preferable to keep a weathered look, but in such a way
that it didn't need attention for at least a decade or preferably two or
three.

Any thoughts??