Building Materials

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...

T1-11 siding. The affordable plywood option that’s everywhere on sheds and cabins. What It Is Plywood with grooves cut in. Looks like vertical boards. Comes...

Epoxy wood filler for serious repairs. When regular wood filler isn’t enough. When To Use It Rotted wood. Deep damage. Structural repairs. Anywhere that needs...

Mineral spirits. Paint thinner. Solvent. Here’s what you need to know. What It Does Cleans oil-based paint and stain. Thins finishes for spraying. Removes adhesive...

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...