Repairs & How To

Problems with plaster, woodwork, pocket doors–find advice here for old-house inspection, repair, and maintenance.

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How To Protect Your Hearing

Tune in to the dangers of hearing loss on job sites.

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35 Tips for Renovating Old Houses

When renovating old houses, from radiators to roofing, these specialists offer up a wealth of advice that can help fine-tune the care.

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Finding James Madison’s Montpelier

A world-class sleuthing effort has gone into restoring James Madison’s beloved house. The result is one of the best unmuddlings in recent history.

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How to Install a Pocket Door in 4 Steps

Pocket doors are an excellent, historically appropriate option for closing off small spaces. Here’s how to install a pocket door in 4 easy steps.

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How To Keep Projects Under Control

Keeping home improvement projects under control saves you time, money and peace of mind.

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Expert Advice: Repair a Porcelain Shower Head

Learn how to repair a porcelain shower head.

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How To Get Rid of Mold

Mold can trap moisture and ruin wood, and some varieties can even eat through organic materials like paints and finishes. Here’s how to get rid of mold and prevent it from coming back.

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How To Design Repairs That Last

Follow these three basic design principles to ensure that your repair projects will stand the test of time.

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5 Ideas to Keep Water Away from Your House

These easy-to-implement tips can help your house function as it should by mitigating water infiltration.

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How to Repair Vintage Door Chimes

If you have a set of vintage door chimes that has seen better days, here’s how to get them ringing again.

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How To Hang Historical Wallpaper

By popular request, an introduction to historical wallpaper, including skills you can pick up in one room-sized project.

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How to Dismantle Woodwork

When restoring a room, sometimes it’s best to completely remove all woodwork. Here are tips on how to successfully dismantle a room.

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Cutting Kerfs: Learn to Curve Boards

Learn how to cut kerfs like a pro to effectively bend wood and repair the moldings in your old home.

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Tips for Finishing Old-House Woodwork

These Minneapolis homeowners stripped, painted, and dye-stained their woodwork with professional results—and you can, too.

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An Easy HVAC Retrofit for Old Houses

A high-velocity, mini-duct HVAC system can bring an old house up to date with minimal damage to its historic fabric.

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How to Repair Plaster Cracks

Old-house walls often fail through no fault of their own. Use these tips to correctly repair the cracks in your old home.

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