Whether your taste runs to colonial wire-arm chandeliers or hammered copper with mica shades, period-inspired lighting is easy to love. But are reproductions really functional in this age of halogen lamps and organic LEDs?

Hiding the appliances was standard practice for period-inspired kitchens, but that’s no longer the case. Market innovations allow you to choose among multiple approaches in your design.

Plank walls, paneling, dadoes, batten paneling and beadboard—we delve into five old-house wainscot & wall paneling styles.

The hardest-working surface in the house deserves good cover.

Find someone near you who can restore your vintage stove or refrigerator with this state-by-state directory.

Clear glass may not do the trick in a bathroom. But you shouldn’t sacrifice light, ventilation, or beauty in the quest for seclusion—not when so many period-friendly options await.

The definition of “Americana” has shifted since a first wave of interest ca. 1820, but nostalgic collecting has always been diverse and tied to our enjoyment of artifact.

Old-growth wood trim and flooring may last practically forever, but finishes are ephemeral. They need refreshing when they begin to look worn and dirty.

Want a safe, efficient fireplace? Make sure the chimney is in tiptop condition.

Wood columns, balustrades, and even fretwork can last decades provided they’re cut from long-lived, dimensionally stable wood with a low moisture content.

Porch season is in full swing—a perfect reason to refresh your garden structures and outdoor railings.

Whether welcoming guests at the entry or hiding the contents of a closet, traditional doors are a key element of period millwork.

Explore early Dutch architecture and great estates curated by Delaware’s first family, the Du Ponts.

Not every historic house had shutters, but many need them to look their best.