Andy Olenick

Andy Olenick is a Rochester-based photographer and author of several books documenting New York's rich architectural heritage, including Historic New York: Architectural Journeys in the Empire State, Classic Buffalo: A Heritage of Distinguished Architecture, and Erie Canal Legacy: Architectural Treasures of the Empire State.

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Arts & Crafts Houses

Bargain Bungalow

A Chicago couple transforms a neighborhood eyesore into an inviting home—on a reasonable budget.

Walls, Ceilings, Plaster

How To Make Compound Ogee Molding

When you can’t find the right ogee molding off the shelf, here’s how to make it.

Interior Paints & Finishes

Tested: Safer Paint Strippers

They’re better for the environment, but how are they at removing paint? We put the newest breed of strippers to the test.

Construction & Additions

How To Make Decorative Concrete Blocks

Concrete blocks add layers of character to this Queen Anne porch.

Doors & Windows

How To Caulk a Door

When the old caulk around your entry doors begins to fail, learn how to reapply it.

Repairs & How To

How To Strip Hardware

Reclaim the fine details on old hardware with these 5 easy steps for stripping off decades’ worth of paint buildup.

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