Trinity Elton Jones, Trinity College
Comprehensive masonry restoration of a collegiate dormitory — including historic repointing, brick rebuilding, Cintec® anchor installation, and joint sealant replacement across the full exterior façade.
The Elton/Jones Dormitory on the Trinity College campus in Hartford, Connecticut, required significant façade restoration due to failing mortar joints and deteriorating masonry.
CLIENT
Trinity College
STRUCTURE TYPE
College Dormitory
LOCATION
Hartford, CT
Services Provided on This Project
Historic Masonry
Masonry Repointing
Masonry Rebuilding
Joint Sealants
Cintec® Anchor Installation
Project Planning
Restoring a Campus Landmark
The Elton/Jones Dormitory is part of the historic Trinity College campus in Hartford, Connecticut. The brick building was in need of significant façade restoration due to failing mortar joints, deteriorating masonry, and compromised structural connections that had developed over decades of exposure.
Cenaxo was selected as the prime contractor to perform a complete masonry restoration of the building's exterior. The scope of work included full masonry repointing, selective brick replacement and rebuilding, installation of Cintec® anchors for structural stabilization, and comprehensive joint sealant replacement throughout the façade.
Our team of skilled masons worked methodically around the occupied dormitory, coordinating closely with the college to minimize disruption to students and staff. The project was completed on schedule and within budget, preserving the building's historic character while ensuring its structural integrity for future generations of Trinity students.
Project Scope
- Complete masonry repointing of the exterior brick façade
- Selective brick replacement and masonry rebuilding in deteriorated areas
- Cintec® stainless steel anchor installation for structural stabilization
- Core drilling into brick masonry for anchor placement
- Joint sealant replacement at windows, lintels, and expansion joints
- Limestone cap and trim repair and repointing
- Coordination with college operations around occupied dormitory
Occupied Building Coordination
Working on an occupied dormitory on an active college campus required careful planning and coordination. Cenaxo's team managed equipment staging, noise schedules, and access restrictions to minimize disruption while maintaining project momentum and meeting the college's timeline requirements.
Project Gallery
Progress Photos
Repointing
A Cenaxo mason on a boom lift carefully repoints the upper levels of the brick façade, working methodically across the building's full exterior.
After
Precision finishing work on a limestone cap — Cenaxo craftsmen ensure every detail matches the original construction quality and historic character.
Let’s Protect What Matters Most
If you’re responsible for a historic building, choosing the right restoration partner matters. Cenaxo provides expert guidance from evaluation through execution — with clarity, care, and confidence.
