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The Short Course On Epoxies

Epoxy adhesives can work wonders on restoration projects, if you know how to use them.

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Making Sense of Epoxy

What makes epoxy chemistry ideal for repairs, and why every two-part product isn’t epoxy.

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Tips for Attending a Live Antiques Auction

Here’s my can’t-miss guide to scoring unique furnishings for your old house in an unexpected place: the live auction!

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Questions to Ask Your Old-House Contractor

Finding just the right contractor for your restoration project can be tricky—but these questions will get you started down the right path.

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How to Repair Leaded Glass

Learn to repair your home’s old leaded glass by following along with a fearless DIYer.

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How to Protect Your Home from Fires

Learn the risks and plan ahead to ensure that you and your old house have the best possible chance of surviving a blaze.

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How To Research Your Home’s Past

Five easy-to-find resources can lead you to a whole new understanding of your old house.

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How to Repair a Stone Wall

When masonry buildings need repairs, a few simple tools—and some practice—will make them good as new again.

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Inside Historic Paint Research

High-tech methods make it easier than ever to uncover and re-create historic paint finishes.

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A Place for Everything

The junk drawer is a survival kit.

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How to Move an Old Door

An expert’s step-by-step tutorial can help you put an old door to work in a new jamb.

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How to Create a Faux Bois Planter

If you’d like to try your hand at making your own piece, start small: with a planting container.

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Does Your Old House Have Central Air?

Old homes and modern air conditioning seem to contrast, but there are options. You can achieve summer comfort in the most humid climates, with tradeoffs between price, payback, and aesthetics.

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The Short Course On Epoxies

Making Sense of Epoxy

Tips for Attending a Live Antiques Auction

Questions to Ask Your Old-House Contractor

How to Repair Leaded Glass

How to Protect Your Home from Fires

How To Research Your Home’s Past

How to Repair a Stone Wall

Inside Historic Paint Research

A Place for Everything

How to Move an Old Door

How to Create a Faux Bois Planter

Does Your Old House Have Central Air?