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Links to articles have been converted to PDF's. Unfortunately PDF conversions omit most of the images. Tap Into Summit - February 26, 2013 Historic Windows Get Spa Treatment Circa Magazine - April 4, 2014 A Victorian Time Capsule in Freehold, NJ The Old House Journal magazine - April 2015 Window Sash Painting Tips - article [...]

The Shocking Truth About Windows

Let the buyer beware! Learn how to be smart in a world of dumb builders and sharp salespeople. This is your Ultimate Guide to old windows. Read and learn. 1 - The Truth About Windows Your ultimate guide and education to really understanding everything you need to know about new, old, and historic windows. 2 [...]

Window Screens

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Historically if one had wood storm windows they also had wood window screens. Wood screen windows are just like wood storm windows except there would be screens instead of glass. In my opinion this is an unnecessary luxury that takes up valuable storage space and detracts from curb appeal by hiding your windows. Adjustable Window [...]

Storm Windows, Window Screens & Curb Appeal

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Storm Windows have come a long way over the years. There are the old-fashioned wood storm windows of course. Then there are the bulky aluminum storm windows we all remember from the 1960's that looked like coke bottle eye glasses on your windows. This style has thankfully changed into a high efficiency storm window with [...]

Historic Restoration & Makeover Videos

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1885 Historic Makeover This video is somewhat elementary for this is the first video I created using a not so great program. This 1885 had undergone many changes over the years that totally destroyed any trace of architectural character. Unfortunately it is too late to put all these residents in jail where they belong. Fortunately [...]