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 Repair a Cobblestone Wall

A seamless, long-lasting repair for cobblestone walls requires a little background on historic methods and materials.

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How To Repair Sagging Shutters

If time and the elements have left your exterior shutters hanging loose, use this step-by-step repair to set them right again.

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Expert Advice: Fix a Leaky Sink

What to do with a leaky sink no plumber will touch? Fix it yourself, per detailed instructions from our plumbing expert.

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Adventures in Stripping Woodwork

One old-house owner’s simple quest to bare her woodwork becomes an obsession that takes its toll on time and tempers.

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7 Easy Ways to Go Green

Going green doesn’t have to be a major investment—here are 7 simple ideas for tuning up your old house.

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Window Repair Tips from John Leeke

Discover the ins and outs of old-house windows through the eyes of a pro who’s spent decades repairing them.

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12 Ladder Safety Tips

Choosing the best ladder for the job is key to using one safely.

Repairs & How To

Fixing the Porch

Don’t let an old porch crumble away. The key lies within the small construction details.

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Best Garage Door Design Tools

We have an array of garage door design tools.

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How to Create Attic Storage

Need more storage space in your old house? Create it by adding knee walls to an unfinished attic.

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Tool Review: Miter Clamps

These simple pieces of bent wire help keep mitered moldings together.

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10 Tips for Rewiring an Old House

What you need to know to get an old house rewired properly, with minimal damage to the building.

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Tool Review: Restorer’s Cat’s Paw

Simple yet versatile, this no-frills hand tool is a must-have for any old-house restorer.

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Tool Review: Oscillating Multi-Tool

This gentle, easy-to-use power tool makes quick and accurate work of jobs traditionally done by hand.

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How to Pick a Good Paintbrush

They’re often overlooked, but the right paintbrush can make all the difference on your next project.

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