Is your front porch missing or does it need to be restored? I have written an 87 page e-book to guide you in your restoration. This information picks up from the information about Porches on my website which you should read first. It also includes many links to other resources. [Read more]
The Metal Porch Roof
Do you have a metal porch roof or asphalt? Is your porch roof the original design? You may have a very authentic vintage home but there is a good chance that your porch roof has been not only replaced but changed over the years. What looks original may not be. Some porch roofs were not [...]
Painting Your Front Door
Painting your front door is one of the most important things you can do to your house. When someone looks at your house from the street, the front door should attract the viewers eyes to welcome them. It must make the best impression on your guests. First there are some things to keep in mind. [...]
Porch Ceiling Color
When choosing a porch ceiling color, most people probably would select a light blue. Everyone thinks that all old homes had light blue porch ceilings. True many did but when looking at archived paint brochures none of the recommended ceiling colors are light blue or anything you would expect. If you are a part of [...]
Porch Railing Height, Building Code vs Curb Appeal
Porch railing height and porch design are extremely important. The height of your porch railing will determine if your house has curb appeal or is just a clown house. Porch railing height of 3 feet or more will destroy the look of your house and all your hard work. Forget about your beautiful architectural features [...]