December 27, 2014 - OldHouseGuy Blog

Latest News from Old House Guy – December 2014 Edition

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Old House Guy Newsletter & Updates

Hello everybody and welcome to our December newsletter. We thank you for subscribing to your newsletter and wish you all a Merry Christmas. For those who do not celebrate Christmas we wish you a Happy Holiday!

This historic farmhouse built by early settlers is all decorated for Christmas. Stay tuned for an article about this farmhouse in January. See before and after photos of all four sides of this graphic makeover.

Old Fashioned Christmas Tree – 1940’s style

Putting Victorian gingerbread on a Ranch house does not mix.

This can be compared to the putting antique Christmas ornaments on a modern Christmas tree.

If you’re a purist, you need the right tree for your vintage ornaments.

The problem is that you can’t find the same type of tree these days.

Read my story about what I did . . .

How and Why to Write a Good History of Your House

The holidays are here and now is the time to document your memories.

Imagine how you would feel learning about earlier residents of your house – what their lives were like and what the house looked like back then.

You can do the same for future owners. Read on. . .

Evaluating the Energy Performance of Window Retrofit & Replacement

Saving Windows,
Saving Money –

This newly published report analyzes do-it-yourself solutions such as window films and weather stripping, VS replacing old windows with new windows.

Click here for the 2012 Energy Performance Window Report.

Books & Gifts for Old House People

Do you need that special gift for someone that loves old houses?

How about an anonymous gift for someone who hates old houses?

Check out our gifts and read instructions for use.

Previous Blogs

Wallpaper Samples on Your Walls

Choose a wallpaper(s) and send us a photo of your room.

Check out our new Virtual Wallpaper service.

Secret Passages and Hidden Rooms

Secret passages and hidden rooms don’t have to be in a Hollywood movie.

See contemporary versions homeowners are adding to their house and how you can construct your own secret door.

Can Hope REALLY Rise from the Ashes in Ocean Grove?

Beautiful Historic Ocean Grove NJ, suffered a devastating fire. Historic homes were rebuilt but are a combination of Disney Land and bad architecture.

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Thanks!

Ken & Dan