Repairs & How To

Repairs & How To

Rebuilding a Mansard Roof

A reader’s innovative project restores the missing tower roof on his Italianate house.

Repairs & How To

Geothermal & Heat Pump Systems

Repairs & How To

The 6 R’s of Tile Repair

How to fix unsightly tilework patches around plumbing fixtures.

Repairs & How To

How To Survive a Home Inspection

A home inspection is one of the most crucial steps on the path to old-house ownership. Here’s how to use it to determine if you should take the plunge on that fixer-upper.

Repairs & How To

Faucet Fixes

Advice from pros on the care and feeding of vintage faucets.

Repairs & How To

Caring for Septic Systems

It only takes a little effort with your septic system to avoid major repair or replacement costs in the future.

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Repairing a Historic Log Cabin

A variety of materials and methods work together in the structural repair of an 1850s log cabin.

Repairs & How To

How To Lay Linoleum Tile

Interested in learning how to lay linoleum tile? A deft hand and a sharp knife can give classic pizzazz to linoleum.

Repairs & How To

6 Ways to Survive a Wallpaper Project

A quick guide to avoiding the most common pitfalls of wallpapering.

Repairs & How To

How to Make Rivets for Shutters

When shutter rivets wear out, make new ones to repair an original hinge.

Repairs & How To

Repairing & Refinishing Old Hardwood Floors

Repairing and refinishing old hardwood floors can be a labor-intensive and complex process. Here’s a look at ways to determine whether you need a simple repair, a full refinishing job, or to simply start fresh with a new hardwood floor installation.

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Strip Paint Off a Radiator in 4 Steps

Return a radiator’s ornamental iron to its original appearance by soaking off the paint down to bare metal.

Repairs & How To

A Look at Radiant Heating Systems

A brief history on the 50-year-old revolution of radiant heating.

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Repair Yankee Gutters in 5 Steps

A homeowner recoats her built-in yankee gutters to repair damaging leaks.

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How To Install a Faux Slate Roof

Re-roofing a house can be an overwhelming prospect. That said, there’s a lot of instant gratification in roofing, and if done on a beautiful day, it can even be (dare I say it?) fun. Whether you’re looking to save money or just have a hand in sheltering your old home, some roof projects are worth undertaking.

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How To Install Kitchen Cabinets

Thinking about trying to install kitchen cabinets yourself? Here are step-by-step instructions for installing kitchen cabinets in an old house kitchen.