Trump plan to use ‘magic’ paint will ruin Eisenhower building, restoration experts say

Trump administration plans to use mineral silicate-based masonry paint on the Eisenhower building exterior, but 25 preservation experts argue the paint won't waterproof granite or provide structural benefits as claimed. Preservationists are suing to block the renovation project based on these technical concerns.

Mineral silicate-based masonry paint won’t strengthen the exterior granite or keep water out, as President Trump has claimed, 25 specialists say in a Q&A prepared by preservationists suing to stop the renovation project.

This story was originally published by Construction Dive.