As an apprentice, then journeyman, John chose to work with the best and most experienced metalworkers in Chester County, Pennsylvania and the surrounding region. Eight years of experience and on-the-job training learning layout, fabrication and installation of custom sheet metal work and restoration techniques provided the foundation of experience for opening his business in 1986. He has worked extensively with Yellow and Red Brass, Architectural and Silicon Bronze Sheet, Sheet Lead, Pure Zinc Sheet, Silver Sheet, Gold, Silver and Copper Leaf, Sheet Steel and Monel. All of these metals are available for incorporation into new projects.