Parlor Distemper Time Lapse

Watch as the Parlor is restored back to it's Jefferson-era appearance as the distemper finish is applied to the walls. Distemper is a hide glue base mixed with chalk and pigment.
Painting done by Chris Mills, Brad Steward, and Jenna Stillwell of Chris Mills Conservation.

[@stephenburns3678]

Thank you.

[@dalesmith1293]

Interesting. Never heard of this finish. Color is very different when it dries.

[@jelsner5077]

Cool! I love the color. When do the fireplace mantles come?

[@thomasjeffersonspoplarfore2380]

There were Carrera marble surrounds on the fireplaces in the parlor which were restored just last week! No mantles, however. Just decorative surrounds.

[@barbaragalasso9229]

That is too dark....