We are very excited to show you the exterior restoration of a wood frame house. Brownstoner commenter Williamsburgguys very generously shared photographs and all the details of his renovation with us.
The restoration journey continues as we begin repairing and restoring the original windows in our guest bedroom. Watch the ...
I recently rediscovered the wisdom of saving small quantities of building materials used for home improvements. In my case, I installed a new cabinet-style sink in a powder room. The cabinet was ...
In Episode 38, we continue the window restoration by re-glazing the old frames and take a trip to the vibrant Medieval Festival in Visby. Enjoy DIY restoration tips and a glimpse of historic ...
The Minnesota State Capitol located in St. Paul, Minnesota was designed by Cass Gilbert and completed back in 1905. The original windows had been replaced with aluminum windows 30 years ago and ...
One architectural feature that has always fascinated me is the ‘window’ in its multiple types and forms. Windows allow us to open out and connect to the world outside, bring in natural light and ...
Installing replacement windows can make your home quieter and less drafty, and you might even save on heating and cooling bills. That’s particularly true if you’re replacing leaky old single-pane ...
To test the quality of window replacements, CR test engineers seal one side and rig a specially made device that simulates wind. By Tobie Stanger The best replacement windows keep out noise and the ...
Peter Poulin learned his trade the old way, by his father's side. His dad, Gerry Poulin, was a plaster guy who supported a family of 13 working on Boston's brownstones and Newport's mansions. Peter ...