Draft Lime Kiln Conservation Plan

...or specialized paint for desired effect. One product TC Resin, offers a wide variety of colors and is very durable. If designed and fabricated properly a casual observer will never guess it is not wood. Its logical use is for site and facility identification. It is used heavily in the advertising industry. Large format signs would need to have a backing of re-enforcement. Values of the material are the minimal amount of future maintenance and the economic initial cost.

Can create textured backgrounds, fancy borders. Graphics limited to large letters and simple line drawings and limited color choices and as such is generally not a good choice for interpretive signing. Very costly, but durable, weatherproof, and vandal resistant. When cost is a factor and the effect of a plaque is still desired there are a number of plastic simulated bronze alternatives that may serve the purpose if properly protected.

Extruded High Density Polyethylene (PolyCarve)

Originally developed for the marine industry, the material is extremely durable as compared to wood alternative and offers virtually 0 maintenance. Up to three layers of polyethylene are bonded through an extrusion process called "A/B/A" format. The surface ("A") being one color with the contrasting core ("B") underneath. The blank can be routed out to expose a color underneath or the surface material can be routed away leaving a raised surface (letters or simple images) in another color. The logical and best application is for site and facility identification as well as travel management and trail markers. The material can accept blows and scratching over time without usually affecting readability of the sign. It will not crack, warp, oxidize, or suffer UV deterioration. Withstands temperatures as low as — 40degrees F and has the ability to repel graffiti. It has some flexible characteristics and as such may require metal or wood reinforcement for proper support. Plastic Lumber (posts) may be used for the support as well. A full set of International Recreation Logos is offered for varied applications.

Stone Imagery

Fabricators carve, etch, or sandblast marble, limestone, granite or other stone. Chemical etching requires a softer stone. Low contrast lettering, graphics are limited to line art and half tones. Moderately hard to mount. Usually needs commercial sign application. Very durable, resisting all influences except geologic time. Good subtle, native material for a short message. Great tactile elements for audience appeal and accessibility, and appropriate in parks and for industrial sites. A beautiful material that can set a strong identity for a site or facility and also has a great application for trailside labels for plants, landscape features or geological interpretation.

Cast Metal

Good for commemorative plaques, title plaques, and historical markers. Provides tactile lettering accessible to people with limited vision. Fabricators make a mold of your design and fill it with molten aluminum, bronze, or iron to create a thick plate with raised letters and pictures.