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Protecting A Fresco Mural with MuralShield Matte

Located in the heart of Historic Filipinotown, Los Angeles the historic Saint Columban Catholic Church commissioned a new fresco mural by renowned Filipino-American Muralist Eliseo Art Silva. to serve as the backdrop of a shrine installation.

MuralShield Matte Protects Fresco Mural

Soon after the mural's completion, Eliseo noticed early signs of surface wear and color transfer. Without proper protection, the artwork risked deteriorating over time.

MuralShield Matte was selected as a fixative and protective coating from dust, moisture, and daily exposure without altering its natural plaster aesthetic.

A True Matte Finish

Unlike the MuralShield Original, which dries to a glossy finish, MuralShield Matte dries to a true matte finish that maintains the fresco's original look.

Protecting Fresco Mural with MuralShield Matte

Finished fresco mural with mosaic tile border protected by MuralShield Matte

HVLP Application

This application was done with an High Volume Low Pressure (HVLP) sprayer for quick and accurate transfer with no overspray. The mosaic tile border was also protected with MuralShield Original (gloss finish) to highlight the overall appearance.

Trusted by muralists and conservators to protect public art around the world.

MuralShield Matte and MuralShield Original form a breathable, UV-resistant barrier that guards murals against dust, moisture, pollution, and daily exposure — preserving the artist's original colors and finish for years to come.

FAQs

What is the difference between MuralShield Matte and MuralShield Original?

MuralShield Original dries to a glossy finish, while MuralShield Matte dries to a true matte finish. The matte version was chosen for this fresco so it would maintain the artwork's natural plaster aesthetic without altering its original look.

Why does a fresco mural need a protective coating?

Soon after completion, the mural showed early signs of surface wear and color transfer. MuralShield Matte acts as a fixative and protective coating, shielding the artwork from dust, moisture, and daily exposure so it does not deteriorate over time.

How is MuralShield Matte applied to a mural?

For this project the coating was applied with a High Volume Low Pressure (HVLP) sprayer for quick, accurate transfer with no overspray. The mosaic tile border was protected separately with MuralShield Original in a gloss finish to highlight its appearance.