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]
Resources
Here is our listing of recommended Books & Magazines, links to various Resources, and some novelties to help the old house owner. Carpenters and Window Restores etc. click here.
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 [...]
Your Porch and How to Avoid Common Mistakes
Is your house a "Clown House"? Avoid the common common mistakes so many people make, destroying curb appeal and making their house into a "Clown House". Learn about your porch railing and other features on your porch. By understanding the key issues discussed here, and sharing them with others, we look forward to enjoying more [...]
Freehold History Destroyed by Preservation Commission & Architect
Preserve Freehold History - Outcry by Residents News reports: The messages from residents were: "Once it's gone it's gone" and "Do the job you were entrusted to do - protect the town's historic resources and preserving the building is the only environmentally responsible approach”. This was the plea to the Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) of [...]