DAYTON, OHIO

Project History
The Old Court House in Montgomery County, Ohio,
was completed in 1850. Since that time, 14 Presidents
have visited the structure and used its classic front steps
as a platform for addressing audiences. The courthouse
underwent several renovations during the 1900s to
accommodate the flow of legal traffic. These renovations
had the unintended result of dulling the impact of the
original architecture. In 2000, Montgomery County
and the Montgomery County Historical Society partnered
to restore the building, and establish it as a civic focal point,
with a budget of 4.2 million dollars. The limestone exterior
had to be repaired and finished with materials which
would blend seamlessly with the existing stone. Matrix was
used as a repair mortar, not only for its performance and
workability, but because it could be color matched on site.
M3P was used for the extensive cornice repairs on the
gables. The ability of M3P Stain to blend with these large
sections contributed greatly to the completion of the project.

Time Frame – Spring 2004 - 2005

Architects
Jeff Wray
Architects,
Dayton, OH

Schooley Caldwell
Associates,
Columbus, OH

Contractor
Western
Restoration and
Waterproofing Co.,
Cincinnati, OH