About Us
At Frost Historic Restoration, we specialize in traditional carpentry for historic buildings — restoring wood windows, custom trim, clapboards, corbels, and decorative details that give old structures their character. Based in Albion, Michigan, we work exclusively with historic buildings, using time-honored materials and methods to preserve both craftsmanship and history.
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But our work doesn’t stop at restoration. We’re passionate about keeping these skills alive, which is why we also teach hands-on workshops on window restoration and other preservation trades. By sharing our knowledge, we hope to equip others to care for their own buildings and ensure the craft continues.
C.J. Frost
C.J. has spent more than twenty years working in the building trades, with his heart and hands firmly rooted in historic restoration. He has worked on nationally and state-recognized historic buildings and museums across the country. Before moving to Michigan, C.J. served as Restoration Supervisor at Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest estate in Virginia. Carpentry runs deep in his family — his father and uncle are both builders — and that tradition continues through his work today. C.J. brings a deep respect for the builders who came before, honoring their craftsmanship with every project he undertakes. When he’s not on site, C.J. pursues a wide range of hobbies, including rescuing old hand tools from becoming lamps, learning the art of shoemaking, and restoring his own 1860s Victorian house.​​​​​​
Stacy Frost
​​​​​​​Stacy comes to the historic preservation field from a fine art background — a foundation that shapes her approach to restoration. With an artist’s eye and a steady hand, she brings exceptional attention to color, texture, and finish, whether grain-painting woodwork, repairing stained glass, or refining architectural details. Her work bridges art and craft, ensuring each detail reflects both skill and historical accuracy. When Stacy's not hanging off a 120-foot tall church steeple next to C.J., she's tending to her chickens, knitting, and looking for the next place to explore.