Now that spring has officially sprung, you no longer have any excuses for putting off the myriad outdoor projects crowding your to-do list. Before you pick up your tool belt and head outside, though, read up on some tips, tricks, and design guidelines for three exterior elements most likely in need of a little TLC (or a complete makeover) this season.
Porch Details for Every Era: Old catalogs yield clues to appropriate styles for columns and other millwork.
Garage Door Design Guide: From the opening of the auto age, garage doors scored serious style points. Today, manufacturers offer a variety of period-perfect portals that evoke those eye-catching early designs.
Gutter Talk: The different kinds of gutters on old houses present some confusing maintenance questions, but the answers are common-sense and simple to perform.
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Stylish Sheds: When choosing outbuildings for your garden, consider the design, adaptability, and placement.
Historic Coastal Village: Things to do and see in Mystic, Connecticut.
Plymouth Federal: Historic Hedge House has been restored with eye-popping wallpapers and carpets true to its 1809 heritage.
Products & Services Directory
K-Style Gutters, $81-$103
by The Copper Gutter Shop
Gutters protect a home from rain that can cause mildew, rot and leaky basements. If it’s too late for routine maintenance, consider looking for period-appropriate replacements. These copper gutters are available in several sizes and styles from The Copper Gutter Shop.
Bookstore Sales
On sale until May 31!
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Architectural Hardware On Sale Retail: $24.99 Sale Price: $21.24 Purchase now! |
Everything you need to know about adding the right finishing touches to your home-improvement or new construction project can be found in this book.
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This book is full of more than 400 top notch ideas for a range of styles and sizes of kitchens. Learn how to make smart choices about what you really want in your kitchen.
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Custom Kitchens On Sale Retail: $29.95 Sale Price: $25.46 Purchase now! |
This book serves as a useful introduction to kitchen design, and an inspirational visual reference for homeowners considering their own custom projects.
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