Lobby & Common Area Restoration in NYC
The lobby is your building’s handshake. For property managers and co-op boards in New York City, maintaining a pristine entrance is critical for property value and resident satisfaction.
Sani Building Corp specializes in the restoration and maintenance of high-traffic common areas. Unlike standard painters, we are master craftsmen in French Polishing, architectural wood refinishing, and durability upgrades. We work quietly and efficiently to minimize disruption to your residents and staff.
Our Commercial Services Include:
Lobby Woodwork & Paneling:
Scratch repair and French Polishing for concierge desks, wood wall panels, and mailrooms.
Door & Entryway Restoration:
Weatherproofing and refinishing for solid wood or metal entry doors.
Elevator Cab Refinishing:
Restoring scratched wood veneers and metal surfaces inside elevators.
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Maintenance Contracts:
Regular touch-ups for hotels, co-ops, and office buildings.
High-Traffic Painting:
using industrial-grade, scuff-resistant finishes for hallways and vestibules.
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CEO Offices & Executive Furniture:
Restoration of luxury desks, conference tables, credenzas, and built-in shelving.
Service Area
We provide commercial restoration services for buildings throughout Manhattan, Long Island City, Brooklyn, and Queens.
Detailed Damage Repair
Invisible Wood Repair for High-Traffic Areas
High-traffic buildings in NYC suffer constant wear and tear—from delivery carts banging into elevator panels to water rings on concierge desks. Replacing these panels costs thousands; restoring them costs a fraction of the price.
Sani Building Corp uses advanced color-matching and grain-replication techniques to make damages disappear. We don't just "fill and paint"; we rebuild the finish layer by layer.
Common Issues We Fix:
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Deep Scratches & Gouges: Precision filling and grain painting to blend seamlessly with the surrounding wood.
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Elevator Cab Vandalism: Removing "keying" marks and graffiti from wood veneers without stripping the entire cab.
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Water Damage & White Rings: extracting moisture from concierge desks and mailroom ledges to restore the original deep color.
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Sun Fading: Spot-staining and blending areas near windows that have lost their vibrancy.
French Polishing: The Gold Standard for Luxury Lobbies
For historic buildings and luxury hotels, standard varnish isn't enough. French Polishing is a traditional, hand-applied technique that creates a deep, mirror-like "chatoyancy" (depth of grain) that spray finishes cannot match.
Our master craftsmen apply hundreds of thin layers of shellac by hand, using a "fade" pad to build a high-gloss, glass-smooth surface. This process is odorless, dries instantly, and is the preferred method for maintaining high-value architectural woodwork in prestigious Manhattan addresses.
Why Choose French Polishing?
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Instant Cure Time: Because shellac dries in seconds, we can restore a reception desk at night, and it is ready for use by 7:00 AM.
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Eco-Friendly & Odorless: Perfect for occupied buildings where chemical fumes are prohibited.
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Repairability: Unlike polyurethane, a French Polished surface can be easily touched up in the future without stripping the whole piece.
