Arch Moods Materials Paints & coatings Paints & coatings in architecture Explore 5 documented paints & coatings specifications in architecture, with products, uses, original or conservation phases and source references.
Documented materials Verified project and conservation specifications. This is a partial record; original and later conservation phases are distinguished.
Recorded in Edgar J. Kaufmann Sr. House (Fallingwater)
Used for Exterior paint
Product Cemelith
Manufacturer Super Concrete Emulsions
Finish Light ocher
Phase Original paint specification — August 1937 A historical product specification, not the house’s current repainting system. The source identifies the product, manufacturer, selection date and colour description.
Checked 2026-10-30
Recorded in Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum
Used for Exterior coating over the concrete structure
Product Cocoon
Manufacturer Hollingshead
Finish Buff — exterior topcoat approved July 1958
Phase Original museum exterior — 1958–59 The documented latex-and-vinyl coating and Buff colour describe the original exterior treatment, not the museum’s present white finish.
Checked 2026-10-30
Recorded in Don E. Lovness Studio & Cottage
Used for Exterior Douglas fir woodwork
Product SDF
Manufacturer Sansin
Finish Two coats
Phase Studio renovation begun in 2016; owner account published for 2023 conference Applies to the Studio, not the separate cottage. Replacement treatment over the earlier creosote.
Checked 2026-10-30
Recorded in Don E. Lovness Studio & Cottage
Used for Finish applied after curing the replacement floor sealer
Product Hard as Nails
Manufacturer Betco
Phase Studio renovation begun in 2016; owner account published for 2023 conference Checked 2026-10-30
Recorded in Curtain House / Johnsen Schmaling Architects
Used for Exterior cement-board stucco system
Product StoQuik Silver DrainScreen
Manufacturer Sto Corp.
Phase Original construction, published 2023 specification The project schedule names the system; it does not give an installed stucco colour or board thickness.
Checked 2026-10-30