Prater’s Hardwood Flooring technicians Joel Newsome, left, and Chad Mildram sand the floor inside the Ringgold Depot.
Photo by Katie WardCity of Ringgold maintenance workers and Prater’s Hardwood Flooring together are breathing new life into the Depot through recent renovations of the walls, ceiling and floor, a total project cost of $20,000.
“We will do outdoor work next,” said Ringgold City Manager Dan Wright. “We will redo fascia board, pressure wash and paint the Depot. With it being the showpiece that it is with so many people using it for weddings, concerts and business meetings, we should keep it looking good.”
The Depot, which serves as the Ringgold Visitor’s Center, spans 6,000 square feet and dates back to 1849. It is one of the few antebellum railroad depots in Georgia.
“That [new] floor is beautiful,” said Wright. “The wood grains pop out.”
He said to start the renovations, Ringgold workers cleaned dust off the walls and worked on ceiling ductwork and insulation.