MuralTalk Blog

  • Six Proactive Steps Artists Can Take to Protect their Murals

    Murals have become an increasingly popular way for cities and property owners to add unique, eye-catching visuals to their buildings. To ensure that these murals are protected and can be enjoyed by future generations, artists should take proactive steps to protect their artwork. From understanding the Visual Artists Rights Act (VARA) to using protective mural coatings, there are a number of ways that artists and mural programs can safeguard their murals. Here are six proactive steps that artists can take to protect their murals and help ensure they last for years to come.
  • Three Reasons to Coat Your Mural

    New mural? Whether you’re an artist, building owner, community member or working with a public art program, we know you want to see murals last. We...
  • The Difference Between Varnishes, "Graffiti" Coatings, and Consolidants

    Artists are often saturated with many options when it comes to choosing the right protective coating after painting their murals. Much of the infor...
  • Features of the MuralColors™ Preservation System

    ColorShield™ and OverCoat™ are a two-coating system designed to prolong the life of murals and protect them against the environment, overpainting,...