Business Details
47 Years
experience
Custom Architectural Metalwork & Restoration Experts
Founded in 1979, Schiff Architectural Detail has established itself as a leader in the design, fabrication, and restoration of architectural metalwork. Our expertise spans four decades of innovation in metallurgy, historic preservation, and custom metal solutions. With a 12,000 sq. ft. fabrication facility, we combine traditional craftsmanship with advanced engineering techniques to deliver durable, code-compliant systems like our Century Metropolitan Ball Cap & Rail System.Our team specializes in historic replication, cast stone duplication, and aerospace-grade prototyping, serving architects, municipalities, and preservation groups nationwide. We maintain rigorous quality control through in-house pattern making, custom casting, and metal conservation services, ensuring every project meets exacting standards for longevity and aesthetic integrity.
Services
Metal Fabrication
Historic Site Consultation
Custom Casting
Cast Stone Duplicating
Prototype Design
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of experience in architectural metalwork and historic restoration
- In-house 12,000 sq. ft. fabrication facility with advanced machining capabilities
- Experts in metallurgy and historic preservation techniques
- Custom pattern making and casting from prototype to production
- Federal DOT-compliant railing systems for infrastructure projects
Services
Metal Fabrication
Precision metal fabrication using 5-axis milling, wire-EDM, and CNC machining in a 12,000 sq. ft. facility. We handle micro-machining to large-scale production runs with welding, surface grinding, and hydraulic manifold work. Clients receive durable components for architectural, aerospace, and industrial applications.
Historic Restoration
30+ years of expertise in restoring century-old metal artifacts using traditional blacksmithing, repousse, and metallurgical analysis. We preserve architectural elements like cast fencing, fountains, and monuments while maintaining historical accuracy and structural integrity for museums and preservation groups.
Custom Casting
Full-service pattern making and casting for ferrous/non-ferrous metals. Our team creates archival-quality patterns from original artifacts or photographs, offering short-run to high-volume production with finishing to exact specifications for architectural and industrial clients.
Cast Stone Duplicating
Architectural cast stone solutions for new construction or restoration. We produce precast trim, statuary, and decorative elements with custom colors and textures that match historic materials like brownstone or granite for commercial and municipal projects.
Metal Conservation
Comprehensive metal conservation including blast cleaning, flame cleaning, and manual methods. We apply chemical patinas, powder coating, and urethane finishes to protect and enhance architectural metalwork for long-term durability in urban and marine environments.
Questions
What types of metalwork projects do you specialize in?
We handle architectural metalwork including custom railings, historic restorations, cast stone duplicating, and aerospace prototypes. Our Century Metropolitan Ball Cap Rail System meets federal DOT standards for infrastructure projects.
Can you replicate historic metal artifacts?
Yes, with 30+ years of experience in historic replication using traditional blacksmithing techniques and modern metallurgy to restore century-old architectural elements to their original condition.
Do you work on commercial and residential projects?
We serve commercial clients including architects, municipalities, and preservation groups for large-scale projects like bridge railings, while also handling custom residential metalwork requests.
What materials do you work with?
We handle ferrous and non-ferrous metals including bronze, aluminum, steel, and ductile iron, plus composite materials when weight or cost considerations require alternative solutions.
Are your products code-compliant?
Our Century Metropolitan Ball Cap Rail System is DOT-certified for pedestrian bridges. All projects meet applicable building codes with engineering documentation available for structural applications.
How do you handle custom design requests?
Our team combines artistic expertise with engineering analysis to develop custom solutions from concept to finished product, including pattern making, prototyping, and production runs.
