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New Replica Historic House Plans

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As families grow homeowners may require extra space. An extra bathroom, bedroom, etc., is needed and adding onto a historic home may be difficult or impossible. If an addition is not designed correctly it can destroy the integrity of the design and sadly become a Frankenstein house. Realizing a family’s needs are changing and it [...]

Are Colors on Historic Paint Charts Authentic?

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It all began in 1936 with the introduction of the Colonial Williamsburg color chart created to promote interest in their 1770’s paint colors. The Colonial Williamsburg collection changed drastically over the years as research and technology improved to understand these colors. Today most of the big paint companies have their own specialty color collections they [...]

Porch Column Alignment Mistakes

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Porch columns and porch posts support a beam that supports the porch roof. This may sound very simple but this is a crucial area that is frequently done wrong by carpenters today. The design is actually very simple yet carpenters continue to mess up a good design. Here we will discuss two basic types of [...]

Window Boxes for Curb Appeal?

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Window boxes have been around since Roman times and became really popular during the heyday of gardening in the early 1900's. There is a lot more to window boxes than people think. It's not just a matter of going to Walmart and buying a plastic container and planting a nice flower arrangement. Sorry to disappoint [...]

Yankee Gutters, K-Style Gutters, Built-in or Box Gutters

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What Type of Gutters Should I Use for a Historic Home? We all know or should know that gutters are a necessary feature on a house. Gutters divert water away from the house to prevent damage to your home and foundation. While many houses may not have originally had gutters, they are still recommended to [...]
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