“Termite Droppings – How to Identify Them”
Understanding Termite Droppings: What Do They Look Like? Termites are often silent destroyers of wood, making their presence known too late when damage is evident....
Paint Over Oil-Based Paint
Historic homes have gotten complicated with all the restoration techniques and preservation rules flying around. As someone with extensive experience in historic architecture, I learned...
“Textured Paint Rollers – Create Wall Depth”
Exploring Textured Paint Rollers Textured paint rollers offer a unique alternative to traditional painting methods. These tools help create distinct wall finishes with minimal effort....
Picture Rail Molding Basics
Understanding Picture Rail Molding: A Functional Design Element Picture rail molding is a versatile architectural feature. It’s a horizontal strip of molding typically mounted high...
“Tamper-Resistant Outlets – Code Requirements”
Historic homes have gotten complicated with all the restoration techniques and preservation rules flying around. As someone with extensive experience in historic architecture, I learned...
Balloon Frame Construction Explained
The Balloon Frame: Revolutionizing Construction The balloon frame, a construction system that played a crucial role in the development of building techniques, fundamentally transformed house...
Mount a Staghorn Fern
Staghorn Fern Mount: Understanding and Caring for Your Mounted Epiphyte Staghorn ferns, scientifically known as Platycerium, are unique epiphytic plants that capture the imagination of...
“Aged Wood – Natural Patina Beauty”
Historic homes have gotten complicated with all the restoration techniques and preservation rules flying around. As someone with extensive experience in historic architecture, I learned...
Using Bondo for Auto Body Repair
Bondo for Cars: A Comprehensive Guide When cars sustain damage, whether from an accident or wear and tear, body repairs are often necessary. Filling in...
Plaster Wall Repair Tips
My 1920s bungalow has plaster walls throughout. After fifteen years of ownership, I’ve learned more about plaster repair than I ever expected. Here’s what actually...