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Completed ProjectsHodge's Chile Neon Sign Watch as volunteer restoration specialist Cal Weldele restores this porcelain neon sign. Click on thumbnail for larger image |
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This sign was acquired from the original Hodge's Chile Parlor in Downtown St. Louis. The sign is in fairly good shape for being so old, but needs a little work.
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First the sign is dismantled and all of the old hardware is removed so the porcelain can be cleaned and polished. Then new hardware is installed.
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The inside of the sign is repainted and new transformers are added. All of the remaining original neon is cleaned and any new neon that is needed is carefully measured for.
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After the neon is cleaned, it can be repainted with Block-Out to cover the areas where no light should show through. But first the neon is taped off to prevent any run-over where light should be seen.
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All of the neon is then secured to the sign through the glass tube supports that were previously attached to the sign.
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Finally the sign is finished and it can be hung with care in the Antique Warehouse. |
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